Winter Solstice Judged Art Show
This Art Alliance of Idyllwild (AAI) judged art show was held at the Harvey House Friday, Dec. 8. It brought artists, volunteers, friends and family together to enjoy art, live music, a Secret Santa, a potluck and the holiday spirit. As well as an art show, the event also was an appreciation dinner for AAI’s members and volunteers. The dual talent of Paula King and Leslie Andre on their harps made the evening even more magical.

PHOTO BY DONNA ELLIOTT
The judge for this show, Elin Thomas, was thrilled with the quality of entries, though she did admit it made it all the harder to judge.
The winners were:
• Best of Show: “San Jacinto Gold,” Jolene Paige
• Best Theme: “Pine Cove,” Trish Tuley
• “People’s Choice: Seekers of Sweetness,” Sandi Austin
2-D
• First Place: “Sunset,” Rachel Welch
• Second Place: “Sunflower,” Paula King
• Third Place: “Late in the Day, Depoe Bay,” Randy Paige
Honorable Mentions
“Arctic Puffins,” Julie Koppel; “Cliffs,” Cindy Brooks; “Unbecoming,” Kirsten Miller; “Lilies with Polka Dots,” Rachel Welch; “The Divine Within #2,” Julie Lively; “Zava Miishe’s Wardrobe,” Azalia Cressler
3-D
• First Place: “Thriving,” Cory Lavy
• Second Place: “Fireplace Screen,” Dore Capitani
• Third Place: “White Winter,” Sandi Austin
Honorable Mentions
“Soon I’ll Hear Old Winter’s Song,” Art Tobias; “Cathedral,” Ron Singerton
Photography
• First Place: “Relaxing,” Peter Szabadi
• Second Place: “A Winter Sunset,” Lynne Eodice
• Third Place: “Winter Light Shadows,” Delphine Bordas
Honorable Mentions
“Companionship,” Peter Szabadi; “Winter Wonderland, Lois Sheppard; “Ice,” Trish Tuley
Wearable Art
• First Place: “Blue Ice,” Terrie Burrian
• Second Place: “Ice Queen,” Donna Elliot
• Third Place: “Holiday Idyllwild Oak,” Trudy Adler
Honorable Mentions
“Wrapped,” Emily Burton; “Gemstone Glory,” Karen Johnston
From 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 15, AAI will be staging its annual Christmas Art Kit Giveaway in front of the post office. Parents will be able to choose one to two gifts per child.
Shortly, AAI will be planning its 2024 calendar of events. To offer suggestions or to join the board, email [email protected].