Utrecht Competition 2010:
3rd Honorable Mention—Painting
Eli at the Creek by Thomas Wheeler
Oil on canvas, 15 x 30.
Wheeler lives in Washington, and loves painting natural subjects, rocks and water, as well as people and figures. He completed a BFA from Brigham Young University in 1997 and desires to spend spend more time painting and creating artwork, focusing on strong composition and principles of good design.
Prize Information:
Grand Prize—The Grand Prize winner receives a 6-week full scholarship
to the Grand Central Academy of Art in New York City, and up to $3,500
to cover travel expenses and accommodations.
Category Winners—The top three winners in each category (Drawing,
Painting, Sculpture) will be awarded a Utrecht ArtSmart™ gift card.
First place receives a $1,500 ArtSmart™ gift card, second place gets a
$750 ArtSmart™ gift card, and third place wins a $500 ArtSmart™ gift
card.
Honorable Mentions—The three honorable mentions in each category will
receive Certificates of Merit from Utrecht and a subscription to American Artist.