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Art Show, Poetry & Photo Contest
Art Winners 2019
EAGLE
1st Garvin Currell
2nd Debra Hoskins
3rd Jay Newman
NATURE/PHOTO
1st Debra Hoskins
2nd Robert Funston
3rd Berta Baker
NATURE/PAINTING
1st Vicki Johnson
2nd Monica Bretherton
3rd Vicki Johnson
MIXED MEDIA
1st Candis Morth
2nd Glenn Zachary
3rd Karen Lewis
YOUTH-up to age 10
1st Ava Gilles Arnold
2nd Tzadkiel Fronterhouse
3rd Lilly Fronterhouse
YOUTH-up to age 17
1st Mikayla Ostreim
2nd Jessa Campbell
3rd Michael Willand
Eagle Festival Haiku Winners 2019
AGE: K – 5th Grade
First Place: Galilea Valverde
river blue and cold
talons sharp eagle soars proud
run salmon life’s short
Second Place: Sophia M.
soaring high in sky
diving down to eat some mice
I’ll go to my nest
Third Place: Brayden Ingalls
orcas rule the seas
on the top of the food chain
apex predator
AGE: 6th–12th Grade
First Place: Elizabeth Dickson
the cool mist clinging
droplets on web like flies trapped
caught in silken strands
Second Place: Sierra Schmitz
crushed by heavy boots
the colorful leaves crumble
free of shape at last
Third Place: Samantha Sky Hatch
to the sky I said
why are you so blue my sky
you are forever my name
AGE: Adult
First Place: Judy Tilley
attaining freedom
fledgling eagle proudly soars
swapping nest for sky
Second Place: Pat Cavit
white wings on grey skies
cold respite in sodden fields
welcome winter guests
Third Place: Joanne B. Peterson
proud boy nets first trout
sudden splash fish flies away
eagle wins the prize
Nature Fine Art Show and Eagle Photo Contest
Day and Time: Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Olympic Theater, 107 S. Olympic Ave.
Arlington, WA 98223
Enjoy the natural depictions of the beautiful Pacific Northwest flora and fauna as created by local artists. People's Choice Nature Art will receive $200 and a ribbon, Eagle Photo winner will receive $200 and a ribbon. Ribbons will also be given in the other categories, including: nature photo, nature painting, mixed media, children's art.
How to Enter Art and Photos
Entry form can be found here, or fill out at the drop off location on Friday, February 2. Up to four entries must be delivered to Olympic Theater, in downtown Arlington on the day before the show, from noon to 6 p.m., Friday, February 2, 2018. No submissions will be accepted after this time. Olympic Theater is located at: 107 S Olympic Avenue, Arlington, WA
Requirements
- Open to Snohomish County and Camano Island Residents
- $5 per entry for up to four entries
- Children's entry fee is a donation to the food bank
- Two eagle photographs maximum and up to four entries total
- Artwork must be sized from 8-by-10 inches to 18 by 24 inches (including frame)
- Photos can be framed or canvas wrapped
- All 2-D art must have a wire for hanging
- All entries must be labeled on back with artist’s name and phone number
- Submit with completed entry form
- Art must be picked up after the show on Saturday.
Youth Category
Youth art will be judged in two categories, up to 10 years old, and 11 to 17 years old and they are eligible for the People’s Choice Award. Youth art must meet art entry requirements
Eagle Photo Contest
Photos submitted for the photo contest will be featured in the art show. Along with a $200 cash prize, the winning eagle photo may be displayed on the City’s website, featured in the City newsletter, and may be used in other ways to promote the City and future Eagle Festivals.
Hosted by the Arlington Arts Council.
Haiku Poetry Contest
The Nature Haiku Poetry Contest is presented by Arlington Arts Council. There are 3 age categories with $50 first place, $35 2nd place, and $20 3rd place prize for each category. Contest ends January 28, 2019.
The Nature Haiku contest is open to Snohomish County residents. Haiku poets are challenged to convey a vivid message in only 17 syllables. The format of the haiku should be the traditional non-rhyming three line poem of 5 syllables in the first line, 7 syllables in the second line, 5 syllables in the third line, and have no punctuation. The theme of the poem should be connected to nature. You may submit a maximum of two haiku, each on its own entry form. Prizes will be awarded in three age groups (k-5th grade, 6th-12th grade, 19 years and older). First prize in each age group will be $50. Haiku entries have been used in public art within the City of Arlington. All entries must be received by midnight January 28th for display at the Eagle Festival on Saturday February 2. Please submit online or by mail to: City of Arlington, Recreation, 238 N Olympic Ave, Arlington, WA 98223, or place in collection box at Arlington Library or Arlington City Hall.
Fabric Art Demonstrations
Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Location: To be determined
Spinning wool fiber and other related crafts by NW Regional and Valley Spinners, Unique mixed media dolls by Dollirious Cloth Doll Club, Thread Painted Quilts by Judy Irish, Art of Embroidery by Cathy Callan and Fabric Basket Weaving by Sherri McCarthy. Children and adults alike will delight at seeing and interacting with the Textile Artists as they demonstrate.
Rock and Gem Display
Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Location: To be determined
Marysville Rock and Gem Club will present a large rock and gem display. They will also demonstrate beading, faceting and knife knapping.