SLVBD - Cover Contest

This year’s art contest entries inspire our slogan for the 25th anniversary 2008-09 addition, "Rooted In The Valley." Though the artwork sumbission theme this year was the same as last year, San Lorenzo Valley, the entries were interepreted by artists differently. In an interesting twist, most of the entries this year were of trees. Most of last year's entries were of bridges. Ever since SLVBD’s inception, the art contest for the front cover has always been an exciting event. It is a great opportunity for local artists to receive recognition for their craft. Submissions were judged by impartial people. All entries were anonymous until the winners were revealed. Thank you so much for your interest and participation, San Lorenzo Valley residents!
2008-09 Winners
	1st Place Trees Janet McCool, Brookdale Mixed Media About the Artist: Janet McCool uses everything from elemental minerals and the original powder paints made by William Irwin Hyde* to crayons. Janet has drawn, painted and rubbed on the Trees for at least ten years before she was finally satisfied and made the print that won the cover spot! * William Hyde Irwin (1903-1982) was an artist, and a historial Brookdale resident. Irwin Way is named after his family.
	2nd Place Valley Fog Mike Milich, Boulder Creek Photograph Artist's Statement: This picture was taken from a ridge top early on a winter morning and conveys a view that is quite familiar to all of us.
	3rd Place Redwoods Judi Gremminger, Ben Lomond Watercolor Artist's Statement: I've been painting in transparent watercolors for about eleven years. I love lots of color, texture, and a sense of place. I've taken part in Open Studios 1998, 1999, 2001, 2002, 2004 and 2005 plus watercolor shows at the Art League and Mt. Art Center.
	Honorable Mention Curvy Tree Amber Blavin Photograph About the Artist: Amber Blavin of Queen Photography won our last year's cover contest, with her image titled Woven Sun Lace. When away from taking photos, Amber teaches Line Dance Classes. Make sure to check out her ad, and sign up to learn a dance step or two.

We are now seek 2009-10 contestants for our 26th edition.

See Your Art On The Front Cover Of
San Lorenzo Valley Business Directory
We need you to make the 26th annual San Lorenzo Valley Business Directory (SLVBD) a success. The art contest for the front cover has always been an exciting event. SLVBD now has a larger format and this new website, www.slvbd.com. We would like to showcase your art in both. As always, the printed SLVBD is distributed to every home, businesses and P.O. Box in San Lorenzo Valley. Submit your art today!

SLVBD Cover Art Contest Rules

Entries are due by April 1, 2009. Winners will be announced May 1. All winners will be featured in the 26th annual edition of SLVBD, as well as on the website at www.slvbd.com. First place receives the cover spot.

Artwork theme is San Lorenzo Valley. We want to see what inspires you about this area. The theme may be interpreted many ways, and it's exciting to see what appeals to different people. Entries will be judged by impartial, local people.

Any medium is accepted. Send electronic files. No art will be returned. Each entry must be submitted with the following information.

Artist's Name
Artwork Name
Medium
Artist's Statement
Address
City/State/Zip
Phone/Fax
Email

The winning artwork becomes the exclusive property of SLVBD, which shall retain the rights to make any modifications deemed necessary and/or for use in future promotion.

SLVBD reserves the right to discontinue the competition if, in the opinion of the judges, the submissions fail to achieve an acceptable level of originality and design excellence.

By submitting your artwork, you agree to the terms and conditions described above.