August 2020 Judges:  Professional artist Spencer Meagher judged the Representational Professional and Novice/For the Love of Painting categories; Professional artist Chantel Barber judged the Abstract Professional category.  Learn more about the judges at the Gateway International Painting Competition.

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See professional artist judges' comments on all finalist paintings. Painting are presented in random order, per category. Click directly on the painting image for additional information. Best in Show (over 10 entries) receives a cash prize in addition to a free promoted painting entry credit. All Finalists receive a free promoted painting entry credit. Free painting credits are available to artists when they next log in.
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REPRESENTATIONAL PROFESSIONAL CATEGORY

Summer Sun

Name of Artist: Deborah Tilby

Award: FINALIST - Free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Spencer Meagher, Representational Professional

Water lily

Name of Artist: Monika Harmund Csanyi

Award: FINALIST - Free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Spencer Meagher, Representational Professional

The Devil Is In The Details

Name of Artist: Eugene Kuperman

Award: FINALIST - Free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Spencer Meagher, Representational Professional

Blueberry Pickin'

Name of Artist: Sharon Repple

Award: FINALIST - Free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Spencer Meagher, Representational Professional

When the Dust Settles

Name of Artist: Laurie Cook

Award: BEST IN SHOW - Cash award and free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Spencer Meagher, Representational Professional

Judge's Comment: "I love this painting! It underscores my contention that any subject can make a wonderful painting when placed in the hands of a skilled artist. Laurie's subtle use of color in the highlights and shadows, not only shows her skill and understanding of color theory, it gives this painting the impression of being almost monochromatic. The gentle play of cool shadow against warm highlight brings a certain drama to this otherwise simple subject. The placement and orientation of the skull on the rock creates a strong design, enhanced by the cast shadow from an unseen light source, offering the viewer a peek into the more minute details of the subject. The intensity of light bouncing off the cap of the skull diffuses the near black of the background further enforcing the believability of the story of light in this painting."

Walk Through Summer Garden

Name of Artist: Rajat Shanbhag

Award: FINALIST - Free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Spencer Meagher, Representational Professional

ABSTRACT PROFESSIONAL CATEGORY

Boreal

Name of Artist: Patrick Joosten

Award: FINALIST - Free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Chantel Barber, Abstract Professional

Abstracted Nude in Blue

Name of Artist: RD Mitchell

Award: FINALIST - Free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Chantel Barber, Abstract Professional

Komorebi

Name of Artist: Terri Field

Award: BEST IN SHOW - Cash award and free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Chantel Barber, Abstract Professional

Judge's Comment: "Komorebi immediately grabs the viewer with its glorious color and intricate patterns. Delicate, yet bold at the same time. Drawing in for a closer look, one is rewarded by its mystic network, beautiful subtle shading, and delightful movement. A stunning piece!"

Materialization of the Soul

Name of Artist: Snježana Boyd Žana

Award: FINALIST - Free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Chantel Barber, Abstract Professional

NOVICE / FOR THE LOVE OF PAINTING CATEGORY

Bohemian Blues

Name of Artist: Karen Burns

Award: FINALIST - Free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Spencer Meagher, Novice / For the Love of Painting

Cry baby

Name of Artist: Lazar Sorin Niculae

Award: FINALIST - Free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Spencer Meagher, Novice / For the Love of Painting

Island-City Pirate

Name of Artist: Christine Metropulos-Friedrich

Award: BEST IN SHOW - Cash award and free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Spencer Meagher, Novice / For the Love of Painting

Judge's Comment: "The massive scale of Island-City Pirate (48 x 60 inches) allowed the artist ample space to "climb inside" this scene. By detailing the reflection in the sunglasses against the facial expression Christine has placed a story within a story. The macro view of the models countenance leaves the viewer wondering what is sparking his unusual appearance..perhaps the glare of sun on water? Clues to the answer can then be found in the reflection in the lens of his Guess shades. We see details of the boat's interior skewed by the curve of the lens. We also see confirmation of the brightness of the sun's glare on the water as well as the wake of a passing boat. Every successful painting tells a story and leaves the viewer wanting more without giving away all the details. This painting meets all these criteria."

The color of the sunset

Name of Artist: Yao Liu

Award: FINALIST - Free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Spencer Meagher, Novice / For the Love of Painting

Ornaments and Glasses

Name of Artist: Ashley Tsang

Award: FINALIST - Free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Spencer Meagher, Novice / For the Love of Painting

Lucky Goose

Name of Artist: Silvia Schmidt

Award: FINALIST - Free promoted entry

Judge and Category: Spencer Meagher, Novice / For the Love of Painting