25th Annual Art at the Crossroads Open Regional Art Show

Join Crossroads Carnegie Art Center on First Friday, September 1^st, for the opening the 25^th Annual Art at the Crossroads Open Regional Art Show. This show features the First Friday reception, which starts at 5:30 p.m. Our judge is Sam Hopple, an independent curator, arts writer, educator, and administrator. This exhibit is on display until September 30, 2023.

About the Show:  Crossroads welcomes all media types for this judged show. Artwork will be accepted until Monday, August 28, and the show will open on Friday, September 1, 2023. Monetary prizes and awards will be presented at the judge’s discretion. The judge will announce the winners at 5:30 p.m. A People’s Choice award will be selected by the community and patrons who attend the opening reception and cast their vote before 7:45 p.m.

“It is important to submit artwork on time and meet all of the guidelines in order to participate in this exciting event,” said Angela Blair, Art Director. For additional entry criteria, rules and information please contact Angela Blair, Art Director at Crossroads Carnegie Art Center at angela@crossroads-arts.org or 541-523-5369.  Watch for entry Criteria & Rules and show schedule at crossroads-arts.org
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The Barbara Wilber Family Fund is generously donating a $1,000 prize to the recipient of the “A Unique Lens” award for outstanding innovative and unique artwork.

“Crossroads was humbled to receive such a generous gift from the family of Barbara Wilbur, who have committed for 10 years to provide a $1,000 a year award for the September Open Regional Show, each year in a different category.  Barbara, who passed August 23, 2022, left a remarkable legacy of artwork.  Crossroads is honored to share her love of art with a new generation of artists and support their artistic vision.  A fitting gift from Barbara.”  Ginger Savage, Executive Director

“Crossroads provided a wonderful community and artistic resource for a significant part of my life, especially in later years. During the nineteen-sixties, I was able to pursue my art after work with a group in town that preceded Crossroads. Returning to Baker City after living in Portland, Crossroads on Main Street became my second home. Then Crossroads moved into its current location at the Crossroads Carnegie Arts Center, becoming the crowning glory for the celebration of art in Baker City.” Barbara Wilbur

• Best of Show

• People’s Choice

• 1^st Place (2D and 3D)

• 2^nd Place (2D-3D)

• Honorable Mention

• Outstanding Realistic Watercolor donated by Quail Crossing Studio

Crossroads is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the First Friday show opening continuing until 8 p.m. each month. For additional information please contact Angela Blair, Art Director at Crossroads Carnegie Art Center at angela@crossroads-arts.org or 541-523-5369.