AbstrAction, an exhibit of work that explores the actions and re-actions of materials and theme in innovative and thought-provoking ways. The show was juried by Catharine Clark of Catharine Clark Gallery in San Francisco, who chose 52 artworks from over 2000 entries. On view will be 2D, 3D and video art by artists who push and pull at the traditional notions of abstract art, advancing both non-representational and representational forms.

About the Juror: Established in 1991, the Catharine Clark gallery exhibits the work of contemporary artists working across a wide range of media. The gallery has pioneered the presentation of new media art in San Francisco and is the first commercial gallery in the area with a dedicated media room.

Image: Detail from "Reassemble" by Michele Sudduth

AWARD WINNERS

First Place
Seasons, Andy Behrle

Second Place
Credence, Kate Short

Third Place
Hooker v. the Illinois State Board of Elections, Ann Lewis

Honorable Mention
Optic 2, Jenny Balisle
Instructions: Projects of Duration, Elizabeth Bennett
Refugees Looking for a Place to Live, Kristin Lindseth
Black Grape and Tuscan Red, Gloria Matuszewski
Alternative Energy, Chris McCann
A Turbid Tide, Philip McGaughy
In Them We See Ourselves II, Kate Nichols
Floeburg, Catherine Richardson
Ode to Roy, Roz Ritter