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Art Competitions are a good way to get noticed in a world full of artists wanting to get noticed. And even though they are only one person's opinion, it can be a good way to gauge your progress if you pick the right shows. What shows are the right ones? Shows that are judged by artists you respect. An art contest's results, or the paintings that win money can tell you alot about what judges are looking for and how far or how close you are.
Oil Painters of America: www.oilpaintersofamerica.com
Associate Division Winners:
Honorable Mentions
Kim VanDerHoek: www.kimvanderhoek.com
Patricia Rice: www.patriciamcmahonrice.com
Marc Anderson: www.marcandersonillustration.com
Alan Wylie: www.alan-wylie.ca
Allie Zeyer: www.alliezeyer.com
Brian McClear: www.mcclearart.com
E Melinda Morrison: www.melindamorrison.com
Matthew J Cutter: www.matthewjcutter.com
Blair Atherholt: www.blairatherholtart.com
Steve Stauffer: www.stevestauffer.fineartstudioonline.com
Jim Wodark: www.jimwodark.com
Third Place, Jason Sacran: www.jasonsacran.com
Second Place, Robert Goldman: robertgoldmanfineart.com
First Place, John Buxton: www.buxtonart.com
Signature Division Winners
Honorable Mention
Michele Usibelli: www.micheleusibelli.com
Charles Young Walls: www.CharlesYoungWalls.com
Linda Besse: www.besseart.com
Third Place, Greg LaRock: www.greglarock.com
Second Place, Patrick Saunders: www.patricksaunders.com
First Place, Dave Santillanes: www.dasanti.com
Art Judge, Steve Atkinson: www.steveatkinsonstudio.com
All music in this video was paid for and provided by www.artlist.io

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@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

I want to thank everyone who commented on the choices I made for the winners of this competition. For the most part (with very few exceptions) you've been supportive and kind. I just ask you to remember, these are one person's choices and that if you disagree with mine, your choices are every bit as competent and "right" as mine. It's all a matter of personal taste and experiences that make a painting "Speak To You". Paint On!

@malphainstein 4 года назад

Draw Paint Repeat please checkout my first art video I posted and let me know what you think thanks!

@jeffhreid 4 года назад

Very interesting submissions. Every competition can go in many different ways. Art is subjective in how it makes us respond. One thing is sure, they are all technically very accomplished works. I enjoyed the video. My opinion is that you picked some wonderful paintings. Cheers

@juldor93 4 года назад

3:20 omg I thought it's a picture until you said it's a painting

@rumblef1sh 4 года назад

it's almost a shame that one person had to win - so incredibly well done are all of those paintings, despite they're all very different. Winter Creek is probably my favourite too, but Entering Yellowstone was also hugely impressive. But as I say, they were all superb in their various ways :)

@carbonc6065 Год назад

The contrast & dichotomy from the first two paintings is amazingly staggering to witness.

@Positive_Pepper 4 года назад

The signature first place winner, Dave Santillanes "Winter Creek" was pretty good. But it goes to show you that personal opinion and personal history make a huge difference when judging someone's work. "Winter Creek" didn't "speak" to me at all in the way that it spoke to you, whereas Blair Atherholt's painting, "Evensong" was very affecting to me. The strong, almost sharp gestures in the painting strokes, and the cool colors harken me back to living in Japan and that feeling of isolation.

@adelak 3 года назад

I have the exact same opinion, Evensong is definitely one of my favorites from these.

@cathyhunnnicutt2349 4 года назад

The Arctic Bear and The War Dancer were my favorites. But they all were beautifully done. I really did enjoy this video please do more. I can not wait to see our next video painting.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Hi Cathy, I'm happy to do more of these as the opportunity to judge more shows comes along. Until then, I'll be posting lots of different kinds of painting and drawing tutorials, as well as reviews. I have one of an ecorche horse drawing cast coming up that will be very informative and helpful in learning how to best use them to help learn anatomy. Thanks for watching!

@rachelwaisapy9233 4 года назад

Ajax

@amberakart 4 года назад

As an girl from the south, who ended up living in Minnesota for five years, and now lives in Alaska, I also loved Winter Creek, and laughed when you said you lived in Minnesota for 20 years. These were all beautiful and I wish I could paint with oils. I've been only using acrylics. I think I am scared of oils. Lol :)

@TTundragrizzly 4 года назад

I also live in Alaska. Soo ready for summer.

@sebastianmelmoth685 4 года назад

Many of these have that "dead" photograph feeling. The landscapes and that still life though - gosh, some gems there.

@waltpierluissi2301 4 года назад

Amazing show, but my number one is the warrior dancer.... the paint gives me a sense of being watching a great man with great wisdom and bravery.... I am only watching a digital image on my screen and still I can imagine the brush strokes and decision making in the process. To me is a great painting.

@michellewu7816 4 года назад

The Winter Creek from David Santillanes reminds me of Monet's painting. I can totally feel the coldness and peace in this painting. It's number one for me too. Great comments, but I kind of believe the artist has visual memories and it was painting from the photo afterward.

@malphainstein 4 года назад

Michelle Wu please checkout my first art video I posted and let me know what you think thanks!

@flooklh 4 года назад

I really loved the Indian man... Beautifully painted. He looked like I could reach out and touch him...

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

He is special isn't he? Thanks for checking in Lindy.

@Xplorer228 4 года назад

I know you guys don't mean ill by saying "Indian" but if you want to admire or respect our culture please say Native American. If you just think of the history and why we're called "Indian" and what happened thereafter, and still is, I think you'll see why this change in nomenclature was first introduced 40 years ago.

@flooklh 4 года назад

@@Xplorer228 I'm so sorry you were offended. It certainly was not meant disrespectfully as you can see from my remarks on the painting

@flooklh 4 года назад

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt Yes he is very special. I'm sorry that my remark seems to have upset someone.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

@@Xplorer228 I know lots of "Native Americans" and they have no problem with the term Indian. So, go peddle your devisiveness somewhere else.

@anetajohnson8446 4 года назад

iM not into oils as an artist, mostly watercolors! I enjoyed your judging , I think the bird flying out of the water should have won,top awards! excellent realizim, had action, and most elements of good art. I know how hard it is to create realisitc water waves.The water and bird were spot on real! T hanks for sharing your knowlede! A funny thing about art, sometimes you can sweatblood trying to make a great piece of art, and sometimes everything just falls into place! and you say,, "Howed I do that???

@vaderetro264 4 года назад

Aneta Johnson That painting is little more than a photo copy. You need a good photo and a computer to tell you what colours you need for each area...

@dagoelius Год назад

That war dancer painting was something else.

@johncollado1151 4 года назад

Hi Steve .... I've never entered any art competitions and I'm far from doing anything remotely worth showing anyone in oils.... so, everything you've shown in this video looks extremely good to me, they all should have won first place! Your explanations of why you judged the way you did was very helpful, though. Good video.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Hi John, it was fun to say out loud what was rolling around in my head. There were so many wonderful paintings that I would have loved to call out. I thought I was pretty brutal on the first round and only picked ones that I thought had a shot. But even with that, I had over 80 paintings left in the running. Dang! Thanks for your awesome support buddy, I do appreciate it!!!

@johncollado1151 4 года назад

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt I enjoy your channel very much and you might actually get me to do an oil painting someday!

@fred5968 4 года назад

Fascinating video. I can't disagree with your criteria, your picks, or your comments. But I marvel at how difficult it must have been to choose between such fantastic art!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Thanks Fred, I'm so glad you enjoyed it. It was almost more work to do this video than judge the show... grin. In the video, I had to gather all the paintings, the artist info, painting name and size, artist website. And clearly vocalize why I chose what and why. Not to mention make sure I clearly gave my criteria for judging. Needless to say, I learned a lot from this video, hahaaha! Oh, and try to keep Uncle Albert away from the camera, and that's never easy.

@jakethesnake1366 4 года назад

My favorite landscape, Dead Horse. Best overall, Rock Shelter. The one I would buy on the spot, A Sonnet in Blue. Great video thank you.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Good choices Jakethe Snake! I can't disagree with any of them. ASIB... not everyone's cup of tea. I get it! Thanks for commenting and watching!

@jakethesnake1366 4 года назад

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt . I just got your response, and I realized I made a serious typo . I meant to say the one I WOULD buy on the spot was A Sonnet in Blue. I agree it's not for everyone, but I absolutely love it. Much apologies to the artist for the original comment, I meant the opposite. Cheers

@bonitatrost1028 4 года назад

Dead Horse Point my favorite. Reminds me of all the good times walking Arizona and appreciating the solemn stillness and quiet beauty of the desert high country. I wish I had painted it too. Winter Creek and War Dancer were my other choices.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

It's a beauty Bonita. Arizona and southern Utah are breathtaking in their magnificence. All your choices are such strong paintings!

@ladykokob9149 4 года назад

I love Winter Creek ..... the atmosphere was so cold and icy and yet the creek leads our eyes up and away from the weather to the homes in the distance where - hopefully , its warm in there! Yep, I would buy that painting too . I would never tire of looking at it.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

I heard from John Buxton and his disappointment (jokingly) about not getting a critique of his winning painting "Rock Shelter" in my video and only a moment of silence to enjoy it. Fair point, so here's what I say about his painting: IT'S AN AMAZING PAINTING, and deserved to be where it was. The light effect, great. For anyone who fancies themselves an oil painter, try painting a waterfall effect like this. Splashing and backlit. No? I didn't think so. That's a masterful handling of paint. I love how you have the 2nd and 3rd figures in the shadows. There, but secondary to the focal point. But if they weren't there, your painting wouldn't be nearly as effective as it is. And, like I say in my criteria of what I look for, the story is the thing. Thanks for bringing me into their world for just a moment, I loved it. I could look at this painting forever and it would make me smile every time!

@scarletisbell8520 4 года назад

War Dancer was my favorite. It evoked many emotions and memories for me. The composition was great and yes I loved that greater than life look. Great post👍

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Hi Scarlet, it's a very special painting and has gotten a lot of commenters saying that it was their favorite one too. Thanks for your support, it's much appreciated!!!

@notan... 4 года назад

Thanks for the commentary. Congrats Dave Santillanes from a fellow Minnesotan. Love the atmosphere!

@kristiLB93 2 года назад

This was sooooo interesting to listen to. I personally loved so many works shown here, but War Dancer and the final piece - the snow scene were just amazing. I loved the snow scene because, as you mentioned, it just "rings true" - I grew up in Northeastern Pennsylvania, and indeed, I immediately felt that scene in my very bones. Thanks for posting!

@gavinyates9189 4 года назад

Should I just do it or should I just say no, knowing when to say when time and time again, this will bring forth you being and a plus extraordinary fantastic and the super duper contender, I guarantee it.

@pixiemorris 4 года назад

I really enjoyed your video, thank you so much for taking the time to make it and share your knowledge. I appreciated your humor as well!

@brucebissell7626 2 года назад

THANK YOU. GOD BLESS.

@NAVINARTSTUDIO123 4 года назад

Wow wonderful all paintings very good super

@kyraa6320 Год назад

I have a feeling that judges love symplification

@jellevanderbeek650 4 года назад

I think they are all fantastic. For me, I was immediately mesmerized by Rock Shelter. It has the strongest story of all. I'm a bit lost for words when it comes to the lighting in the scene, how it burns out when the water splashes on his hand. I actually jumped up a bit when the video continued, I was sucked into the painting that much.

@bhamhawker 4 года назад

This is really, really informative and helpful. Thanks!!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Hi Ryan, I'm glad to hear that you liked listening. I hope it helped you along your artistic path. Good luck and paint on!

@20greeneyes20 4 года назад

War Dancer is amazing, such detail,lighting and shadows. It's outstanding and powerful. How in the world do you rate one over the other all are so different in styles and mediums and subjects, HOW????

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Bwahaahaha, it ain't easy, but it's what they paid me to do, 😆!!!

@20greeneyes20 4 года назад

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt Thanks for taking the time to reply !! I'm sure it's not easy. I've learned so much from you explaining every subject in the video it's very helpful. Thanks again 😊

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

@@20greeneyes20 Thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment!

@eilmlilm2490 4 года назад

I enjoyed this great video. I liked all the paintings, as I am a lover of art.

@Floatingaxe 4 года назад

OMGosh...how wonderful each painting is! My favourite is, 'Sonnet in Blue', by Charles Young Walls.

@jakethesnake1366 4 года назад

I agree 100%. I'd buy it on the spot...if I had any money 😁

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

I hear you, it's a beautiful painting and is wonderful! Thanks for watching and commenting!

@TTundragrizzly 4 года назад

Grest stuff!! Oh btw I'm originally from Arizona. Now been in Alaska for 21 years! So I totally understand your comments about that 1st place snowy painting. I'm tired to the bones of snow and ice. Argg! Lol

@sarahbearman4626 3 года назад

A Sonnet IN bLue is and aspiration of mine to do something like that. I also was impressed with Evensong.

@clevepage 4 года назад

Nice job Steve. Thanks. I believe the Charles Young Walls piece has the wrong website associated with it.

@joehorvath4660 2 года назад

David gave lessons and had several pieces of art in The Evergreen Gallery during the time I was taking workshops there. The gallery is located in Evergreen, CO, west of Denver metro. His paintings are magnificent; simple and beautiful.

@SolaceRadioMeanderRadioNetwork 4 года назад

Beautiful paintings, all. In addition to the composition, the shadows in The Woodpile are incredible. It's similar to scenes I've beheld much of my life in southern Colorado and New Mexico. In Dead Horse Point Juniper, the pink tones and the patterns in the rocks reminds me of places here in the San Luis Valley. The greens are great, too. Forgiven has astounding detail and is so well done, and I agree, the name of the painting is truly an extension of it. Having spent many an hour on Lake Powell, I feel in love with rock formations, and Onto Coal Mine Canyon is breathtaking. Rock Shelter is so beautifully done and it's intriguing. Ice Bear, War Dancer, and Winter Creek are also among my favorites. All of the paintings are beautiful, though, and worthy. These artists were fortunate to have such a knowledgeable judge. Thank you for the explanations. They are so helpful.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Thanks for watching and commenting MeanderMedia! I apologize for not seeing your comment until now, I don't know how it slipped by. Paint on!!

@rodrigocasarez1810 4 года назад

I live in Moorhead Mn this painting also speaks to me being from the great white north. Good choice.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Moorhead... you get it then, lol. Thanks Rodrigo and stay warm. Watch out for flying freeway ice coming off the car in front of you!

@magnusgranskau7487 4 года назад

My favourites were in no particular order Evensong, Onto coal mine canyon, Rockshelter and Dead horse point juniper.

@joanreno2771 4 года назад

Such an informative video! Incredible art, but so interesting and educational referencing the how and why's of your judging!

@PleinAirAdventureswithTezDower 4 года назад

I'd pick the War dance Indian man first but I love the 1st prize painting also. It's subtle and the tones are spot on. The light on the 2nd place is awesome too. Great decision, You did well I think. Happy Painting Mate I'm off in the morning to paint a pastoral painting. 🎨😊

@John-mz8rj 4 года назад

Great work. Art must be pushed to the limits. It all seems a bit safe. Blob on, as we do.

@chammikaiser7740 4 года назад

I enjoyed every moment of this video. It was really interesting and inspiring . Wonderful choices Judge!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Thanks so much Chammi! I'm really glad you found it helpful... paint on!!

@beachlife2968 4 года назад

Steve i think you are fantastic how you explain everything you do. I notice that you are left handed like me and i have read how we may differ from right handed people is that we seem to work backwards, so we like to have everything in place and visually see the finished look and have the drawing and block in stage all worked out before painting. Now i have seen people just start in a corner and make their way across it with no blue print on the canvas and it still turns out beautiful but it's something i cant do. I probably haven't explained very well but knowing you are so knowledgeable i just wondered if you had given any thought to the difference between left and right handed.

@AbiNomac 2 года назад

Shocked at your choice of 1st place winner. I wouldn’t have picked the snow scene but that’s just what I think

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 2 года назад

That's why knowing what the judge paints when you enter a competition is so helpful. It helps you to know the taste of who's choosing the award winners. No wrong choices, just personal preference. Thanks Abi!!!

@AbiNomac 2 года назад

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt - I trust you when you say it’s helpful but what about in the instance when there is a slightly better painting in front of the judge and they know in their head it’s slightly better but heart wise they are leaning to their preferred genre? I’m sure there are judges who will follow their heart. That seems unfair to me.

@robertcheney6753 3 года назад

juxtaposition , very interesting composition and inspiring colors

@petalparker5 4 года назад

Two faves #1 War Dancer - kills the rest, imo. #2 Winter Creek - stands alone for it's quiet power.

@imagicarolina 4 года назад

I just found you channel today, bravo!. You are a very talent artist.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Welcome Imagicarolina and Thank You!

@irwintatyana9066 4 года назад

Hi I LIVED IN PRESCOTT AZ Delano AVE best place ever ! My favorite is Native war dancer so many colors and expressions in the eyes

@andrewhart6377 4 года назад

That 'Bacon' symbol should narrow the field somewhat. Hahaha !

@Baked_intell 7 месяцев назад

The bird picture your comment on composition was right up or down would not make as much difference as head left take that image and flip it same painting will blow your mind we read left to right in the usa animals will process better if viewed head left

@rebeccapage4411 4 года назад

Fun and instructive video. Question, the face of the war dancer second choice seemed kinda dead center on the canvas, like others you criticized. Why wasnt it a problem to have the face nearly dead center in that piece? And yeah, that winning landscape was stunning. The overall color/comp/edge treatments were masterfully handled. The ability to include so many nods to very specific details in a loose painting was 🤯.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Hi Rebecca! The face of the War Dancer painting is too close to the center for my taste and if I'd been painting it, would I have cropped it differently? Probably. I think it didn't bother me enough to knock it out because all the other aspects of it are so powerful. It's a brilliantly painted piece. The criteria I give at the beginning of the video are guidelines, things I consider but not carved in stone. And I believe portraits can bend that rule much more than, say, landscapes can. For me, it's more about the attitude of the sitter and the mood it conveys. But, like I said, I probably would have cropped it differently. Maybe that's why it came in second and not first? I know, I know, I kinda geeked out on that one, but I think all of the things I called out were things I've tried to do when painting on location in the past and struggled with. Sorry if I made you lose your mind, but it was just so danged fun!!! Thank you so much for watching the whole thing and giving your inpressions, I do appreciate it...Paint on!

@marionsabandal1419 4 года назад

wow amazing paintings..i wish i could paint like one someday 🇵🇭😊👍

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

If you keep at it Marion, you very likely could. Paint On!!!

@kristinaj2206 3 года назад

Wow

@mailie6403 4 года назад

The winning Winter scene was beautiful, but I felt the icy water stream cut the painting into two equal halves weakening the composition.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

I completely understand that Moira. It didn't bother me for this painting but it usually would. I think it helped to add to that peaceful serene scene for me. It's one of the things that makes Art such a personal thing, we're all coming from different places. Happy Painting!!!

@mailie6403 4 года назад

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt Yes Steve you are absolutely right. Thank you it is an excellent point you make.

@hichamtakache8465 4 года назад

Great.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Thanks Hicham... I appreciate the compliment and I know the artists do too!

@jasonhawkins8022 4 года назад

Rule #1 avoid those tangents and common lines!

@michaelmiller8205 4 года назад

Dali wouldn't have ha a chance.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

ahaaaha, not true! He's just in a different category of painting... love Dali!

@ajaypawar4461 2 года назад

「もっと多くの人が必要なので、このビデオをもっと

@imabodybuilder 4 года назад

Charles Emerson Winchester III... LOL!!!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

teehee... wasn't sure if anyone would get this or not. Thanks for catching it!

@1marcelo 4 года назад

Manhattan mosaic at 3:58 is much better than the winner. It looks like a mosaic precisely BECAUSE it is blurry. The judge doesn't seem to know what a mosaic is.

@flat_foot9017 4 года назад

Michelle Usibelli's painting had great composition? -_- sure ok

@KazuAnki 4 месяца назад

I like how you said all the things you consider before choosing a painting but then ended with a painting on the 1st place just “because I felt like it”. Uhm? What’s the point of a judge then?

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 месяца назад

Thanks for your question and I"m glad you asked it. When I'm judging an art competition, I consider all of those things I talk about in the video. When you get to the big winner, since for the finalists, all of those boxes have been checked and all of them are outstanding, the big winner comes down to personal preference. It's disingenuous to say otherwise. It's the reason that different judges might, and probably would chose completely different winners. It's the reason ringside judges can watch the same boxing/MMA match and have split decisions. We all see things our own way. When I say "I felt like it", that simply means I preferred this painting over the others. I hope that helps a bit. Thanks for watching and Paint On!!!

@KazuAnki 4 месяца назад

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt thanks for answering. I get it now. Best of luck! :)

@chriss8467 3 года назад

Its unfair to judge art by a single person's taste n preference...public voting would be more fair or at least a board of judges... for example the winter creek is so boring(dirty ice)but since u had connection with the subject matter u liked it!!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 года назад

Yep, that's 100% right Chris. That's why you can't put too much emphasis on how you do in any one show. Most shows do have a people's choice award, where the people who see the show vote for their favorite painting. And that's always a good one to win. Many big shows have a jury of 2 or 3 judges handing out the awards. No person is the end all or be all of taste, and surely not me. However, I thought it would be helpful to let people know what I chose and why I chose them, nothing more. =0)

@Melopeed 4 года назад

all paintings are a bit kitschy.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Thanks for the feedback Melopeed. I went to your channel hoping to see some non "kitschy" paintings, but you haven't uploaded them yet. I'll keep checking back....

@Melopeed 4 года назад

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt you have problems with critique? If you want I can make a video collecting 20 of the best known art galleries here in Brussels and ask them what they think of these paintings, if you need authority to listen.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

@@Melopeed I got no problem with critique, but my point is that everyone has different taste, not just yours.

@brandy3198 4 года назад

Here's the thing, anyone can critique or judge a work of art as Melopeed says we all have different tastes as would your friends in Brussels. Just because someone in the business says it is good or not, does not mean it is good or not only that that person views it as such. personally I'm not into hyper-realism, for me that's what cameras are for, that being said I can appreciate composition but mostly I enjoy the imajination for that is where it all begins.

@hristoborisov3713 4 года назад

this is so subjective and opinion based xD although, what isnt

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Yep, that's so true. Especially in art, but it doesn't stop us from trying to improve. =0)

@rayvencollins5422 4 года назад

Anyone else disappointed that what looks to be a preliminary sketch before the final painting won? that is the flattest snow ive ever seen. looks like a quick layout for practice and not a finished piece. what a disappointment. Its also funny how he says he loves western art and that artists do it thinking they will win and says thats not the case, however, it was a western painting that places second lmao This guy is a joke

@akshayakrishna_1188 3 года назад

It's unfair when a judge judges a painting based on how the painting touches them personally without valuing the painting based on the work, skill and other such values.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 года назад

I judge on all those things and then when compared to other paintings of equal quality, I, like everyone else, have personal experiences that inform my opinion. To say you don't would be dishonest. And that's not how I roll. But remember, this is how I do it, and all judges have their own criteria. So what I think is the best, might not even be on the radar of another judge. All art appreciation is subjective.

@svalliance8373 4 года назад

wow all you did was prove favorite artist will win regardless of what is entered. you knew all of the winners, sucks when winning is about who you know and not what you have done. sad

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Where on earth did you get that S/V Alliance. I don't know almost any of these artists personally. I know 2. So your comment sounds like sour grapes. Sad.

@xaraort 4 года назад

My favorite was "A sonnet in Blue" and my goal to reach that level in portraits !

@deni9626 4 года назад

Dead Horse Canyon and war dancer and Ice Bear were my favorites. Every painting shown was wonderful, amazing to have so many-with varied types that were almost equally wonderful. This had to be an extremely hard show to judge.

@mikemarino7200 4 года назад

The wood pile was the one I liked the most.

@dougg1075 4 года назад

Order seems right to me:) I love art that looks great on the wall up close and from a distance and I’m gonna say Coal Mine Canyon would be amazing in a living space. Holy smokes. All paintings were amazing and the real prize all these artist possess is the ability to create beauty on this level:) thanks for the insight.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Yes, I agree that Coal Mine Canyon is so special. And it's pretty big, 48X48" if I'm remembering right.

@lacasadepapel9365 4 года назад

so true, the canyon painting made me so attracted at first sight

@taylorvanbuskirk8040 4 года назад

I would be a lousy judge. I thought they were all amazing. However, Dave Santillanes' painting was the only painting that made me go, "Wow!" One source of irritation. Facebook didn't notify me when this video showed up. It's 6 days later and only now am I seeing this. I'm obviously subscribed and I have the "bell" icon selected. Shame on you Facebook!

@Dr10Jeeps 4 года назад

Wow! Some absolutely beautiful works of art. I didn't really have a favourite per se. I really enjoyed your commentary on each one. Very informative. Thank you.

@_trismegistus 4 года назад

Was Manhattan Mosaic just submitted with a blurred capture? Hard to tell from the video as the painting is impressionistic and blurred as a style choice, and youtube compression keeps detailed smudged.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Hey Joeyisfunny, that was what it looked like to me, it was blurry and hard to make out the details.

@AnnieNTibbersz 4 года назад

My favorites Manhattan Mosaic Dead Horse Juniper The Old Hay Barn Rock Shelter Mellow Morning Reason: Because I like them lol

@okiltex 4 года назад

Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I didn't always share your aesthetic preferences, but I could understand and respect the reasoning behind your decisions. Also, it was eye-opening to see how much a judge's personal experiences connect them to some paintings more than others.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

It's so true John, we all have our personal experiences that shape our tastes. That's why you can never tell which piece will speak to any particular judge. After you check the boxes of competency/excellence in the different parts of a painting, it comes down to personal experiences. You're exactly right! Paint on!!

@flysmask 4 года назад

The Hay barn, War dancer and Rock Shelter were my top three from 3rd to first. There was something about them that spoke out especially to me. Your commentary was very interesting and informative. Composition and colour contrast is something that I definitely still have to work on a lot, so your commentary with the about the more loose interpretation artworks really helps :).

@theartist_harlivi 4 года назад

Your thoughts on the winter creek scene and how much you admired the artist were really touching.

@michaelgabriel4442 4 года назад

I think every artist was incredble. I got mesmerized by the last winter scene and the American Indian in the sky above. Enjoyable indeed.

@non-it5ip 3 года назад

"Rock Shelter" Maestry, narrative, composition, light, mystery... Thank you for the video, REALLY appreciate!

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 3 года назад

Glad you found it helpful, thanks for watching!

@ScotCampbellwindowpainter 4 года назад

Winter Creek was so atmospheric and rich in it's simplicity

@tehjoyce371 4 года назад

The 1st placed one gave me goosebumps

@liviemillie6455 2 года назад

The Winter Creek one- I can't even explain it, and like you I can't stand cold weather, but there's just something so magical. I'd frame it and put it on my wall even though it doesn't match the decor. I just ... it's stunning.

@InternetPirate7 Год назад

Agreed

@charmcrumrine8750 4 года назад

August, outdoors, in St George during the day is a course in survival. I have taken workshops with Ron Rencher and Jim Woodark here in St George in the summer. Remember to bring your own food and lots of water and a wet bandana for around your neck. We bailed one day and had to came inside. Good luck I know it will be an amazing workshop.

@CarlOlsonArt 4 года назад

This was an insightful video... thanks for walking us through your thought process on selecting these wonderful paintings. Just last week I saw Patrick Saunders painting. It was stunning to see in person.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Hi Carl, you're welcome and thanks for watching! I've not seen one of his paintings in person yet, but I'm sure I will one day soon... lucky you! Did you see this hay barn painting, or a different one?

@CarlOlsonArt 4 года назад

Draw Paint Repeat I saw several of his paintings and they were all good... the one that stood out was his Native American painting War Dancer. He told me he had recently completed a much larger version of it - I would love to see it, too.

@CarlOlsonArt 4 года назад

Draw Paint Repeat it must be difficult to judge from photos because seeing the originals in person takes it up a considerable notch 😎

@ordazmin 4 года назад

I really wonder why those 16 blind fools clicked thumbs down.. ??? what a shame

@20greeneyes20 4 года назад

They are people that aren't open to constructive criticism and think they have all the answers and that's sad. Ive learn so much here I always welcome points of view and advise.

@betsyoglesartist 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing your insights Steve. This was very interesting. I have to say my favorite was the dusty old hay barn. It made me feel like I was standing right there in the hay loft.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Right? It's an amazing painting for sure Betsy. It almost makes me sneeze... thanks for letting us know your thoughts.

@ruthatkinson6320 3 года назад

i loved "Indian man ""winter creek"beautiful

@coopart1 4 года назад

Enjoyed ! thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

You're welcome Jeff. I appreciate you taking the time to comment after watching and I hope you found it helpful!

@ricknico2577 11 месяцев назад

Funny how I seem to prefer the honorable mentions.

@sambarboo4701 Год назад

So much to think about as an aspiring painter.

@cathyhunnnicutt2349 4 года назад

Can't wait to see them. I have a question. I am having trouble seeing shadows and highlights in a photo before I start to paint it. I am not that good with these photo websites that are supposed to help you with these two things . Do you have any recommendations. ? Thanks so very much in sharing your awesome talent and knowledge and taking time with your paintings explaining your techniques. I is so hard to follow the time lapsed paintings they are not helpful to me at all. I guess that is because I am a beginner. Thanks again.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Cathy, just about everything about painting and drawing too, is difficult when you're beginning. I don't think there's an easy way around this. Just do your best, and practice often and you'll see progress. That seems to be the mantra that I hear often, and there is truth in it: "Practice makes Progress". I promise that if you want it, and show up day in and day out to practice, you will get better and be amazed at how much you grow in a short time! Imagine how much better you'll be in one year's time if you sit down for even 15 minutes a day!!

@cathyhunnnicutt2349 4 года назад

@@SteveAtkinsonFineArt Thanks for the advise. You are so right!! I guess the old saying Practice makes perfect is the ticket. Thanks again for responding.

@dougg1075 4 года назад

I think the Bear should have placed much higher, beautiful and sure stirs emotions. I would never want to judge art on this level that’s for sure:)

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

It's a great painting no doubt! It almost makes me think it was painted by the great Robert Bateman, it's that freakin' good!

@daniellegibson7299 4 года назад

Wow! I liked them all! I have a lot of work to do.

@AbiNomac 2 года назад

This is a great video. Subscribed

@ManuLeMayan 4 года назад

Art completely LOST the ability to communicate a deeper esoteric message the old masters knew so well. For the last 200 years all we see is pretty pictures and nice colours. Art today is shallow.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 года назад

Hi Manu De Backer! While it may be true that most art today doesn't tell the stories like the old masters used to, it's good to remember that most of the stories they told were commissioned by the church and so they dictated to the artist what was to be painted. These days, regular folks are buying art and if you would like to eat and buy supplies, you paint what will sell. But, there are plenty of artists who paint deeper subjects, just not in this show. There is something for everyone out there, but I for one am glad all art isn't the same. It's likely that my channel isn't for your taste and that's OK! I do appreciate you watching and sharing your thoughts... Paint on!