On display in the Betty and Art Robins Group Gallery at the Columbia Art League
Reception: Friday, January 17, 6-8 pm
Ribbons will be given out at the reception at 6:45 pm.
One of our favorite shows of the year is all about food, and this year’s theme (À la Carte) is inspired by those foods we order in addition to our meal, like that extra tamale that will absolutely make you unbutton your pants when you get to the car. Or if you’re looking for something to hold you over until your next meal and a piece of spanakopita sounds like the perfect stop-gap, the à la carte menu is a lifesaver. À la Carte coincides with our event, Let Them Eat Art! Local chefs get inspired to create a mouth-watering dish for guests to enjoy based on a specific artwork in this year’s show.
À la Carte is a juried show open to all artists 16+ years old, all media welcome.
Juror’s Statement
Serving as the juror for this year’s À la Carte exhibition is an honor. This collection of artworks showcases extensive use of mediums and styles that reflect the unique perspectives of those who live and create here in our community.
What stood out to me in reviewing the submissions was the obvious dedication each artist has to their craft. Whether through the use of traditional techniques or contemporary methods, the works on display offer a window into the world as seen through the eyes of our neighbors.
While selecting pieces for recognition was no easy task, I had in mind a few key criteria: originality, technical skill, emotional resonance, and the ability to provoke thought. Ultimately, I sought work that demonstrated craftsmanship and captured the core of what makes this community so special—its creativity.
- Bo Bedilion
Art Professor, Columbia College
