The Clark Gallery at the Honeywell Center recently held a themed artist competition entitled “Trees,” which from April 23 through May 19. Corporate sponsorship for this themed art competition is provided by Duke Energy.

“The response for the tree-themed art competition was outstanding”, according to Clark Gallery Manager Andrea Zwiebel. “A total of 85 artists participated with 212 entries, 74 of which were selected for the show.”

Judging the competition this year was Lynn Watson. With a BS and MS in art education, Watson is retired from 31 years of teaching. The accepted entries and award winners are as follows:

Winners:

• James Adams – Moroccan Olive Grove
• Cherie Droege – Putting Down Roots
• Jerry Ginther – Life Falls Close To The Tree
• Marilyn Kruger – Roots and Relationships
• Susan Ring – Looking Up
• Carl Saathoff – Mystree

Honorable Mention:

• Gretchen Coplen – Essence Tryptic
• Deana Harvey – Tea Tree & Mt. Fugi
• Judy Marquart – Life Goes On
• Teri Partridge – Gather Together
• Brenda Ramseier – Heritage
• John Stachera – Down By the River

The Themed Art Competition is an example of how the Clark Gallery supports the visual arts. The Clark Gallery hosts more than ten exhibits per year and features students, amateurs, and professionals. Because the Gallery encompasses the semi-circle of the Honeywell Center Porter Lobby, foot traffic exceeds 170,000 guests per year. The Clark Gallery is open to the public. Artwork may be purchased through the Center’s box office between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For a complete program listing, visit www.honeywellcenter.org/clark-gallery or call (260) 563-1102.

The Honeywell Foundation seeks to provide artistic, social, cultural and recreational opportunities for all. The Foundation operates the Honeywell Center, Honeywell House, Eagles Theatre and the 13-24 Drive In. All programs and activities are supported by gifts from individuals, businesses, the Indiana Arts Commission (a state agency) and the National Endowment for the Arts (a federal agency).