MONMOUTH MUSEUM MAIN GALLERY
Opening Reception & Awards Ceremony
March 2nd, 2025 | 4:00 - 6:00 PM
ARTIST LIST
Bonnie Ambrosia
Susanna Anastasia
Ellis Angel
Phyllis Antonini
Medha Atre-Kulkarni
Danielle Austen
Lisa Bagwell
Marilyn Baldi
Sue Barr
Anne Bascove
Jess Bell
Miriam Bisceglia
Cheryl Bomba
Joseph Borzotta
Joan Marie Brenner
Barbara John Calvo
Thomas J. Camal
Jennifer Carberry-Landis
Elana Celano
Katy Champion-Uras
Stella Chang
Stephanie Checton Palumbo
Pauline Chernichaw
Larry Chestnut
Mary Christensen
Christine Cittadino
Helene Condouris
Lydia Congiu
Melanka Coppola
Marie Corfield
Mike Cummings
Lisa DeLoria Weinblatt
Justin DeMattico
Bonnie Diana
Jacqueline Buck Donadeo
Kathryn Dorsey Lucas
Harry Vincent Douglas Jr.
Bob Dowd
Meta Dunkly Arnold
Val Dyshlov
Elise Fechtmann
Sandra V. Felt
Sarah Fishbein
Ann Marie Fitzsimmons
Eva Marie Fitzsimmons
Laurie Flannery
Lisa Foley
Nette Forné Thomas
Johanna Foster
Phyllis S Frazer-Mayer
Trisha Gianakis
Emily Gilman Beezley
Anita Gladstone
Nalini Goel
Audrey Goldman
MaryAnn Goodwin
Sheila Grabarsky
Katherine Grady
Dino Gravato
Cheryl Griesbach
Elizabeth Grimaldi
Frances Gunther
Hema Gupta
Josephine Guscott
Anita Gutkin
Meg Hadley
Joyce Hagen
Natasha Halbout
Jeffrey Hartman
Jude Harzer
Leslie Hecht
Susan Hensel
Bill Hersch
Joe Hom
Laura Hughes
Judith Hughes
Robert S. Hunter
Damien Jackson
Kevin Jakubowski
Eleanor James
Jason John
Dietrich Katz
Armor Keller
Eileen Kennedy
Colleen Kirton-Archer
Helene Kleiner
Belle Koblentz
Sophie LaBell
Jamie Lehrhoff Levine
Christopher Mac Kinnon
Rory Mahon
Frankie Mainieri
Alex Mambach
Rachel Mambach
Joan Manley
Jessica Margo
Bryana Martinez
Penelope Marzec
Randy Mayer
Jennifer McCarthy
Cathleen McCoy Bristol
Lucretia McGuff-Silverman
Patricia Meko
Maryanne Mezzacappa
Victoria Rae Miragliotta
Sarah Mognoni
Manuel Monge
Atsuko Mu Yuma
Charles Mulford
Nancee Nadler
Rebecka Nall
Patty Niebling
Shayla Nolan
Maureen O'Shea Carroll
Francis Owens
Dot Paolo
Michael Paris Mazzeo
Michael V. Pascucci
Cheryl Patton Wu
Susan C. Penn
Elvira Peretsman
Cheri Pessutti
Eileen Petruch
Katharine Philip
Deborah Pohl
Jack Quinn
Mike Quon
Mark Rabinow
Richard Rappleyea
Gail Richardson
J. Derek Riddle
Nancy Ring
Suzanne Ritger
Nina Rosenberg Nemeth
Irene Rousseau
Barbara Rowan Umar
Ellen Rubinstein
Andre Russell
Pamela Ryan Leitman
Elena Samarsky
Bill Santelli
Sharon Sayegh
Joshua Schaefer
Michael Scherfen
Kristopher Schoenleber
Gwenn Seemel
Deirdre Sheean
Denise Sherman
Mei Shibata
Elaine Shor
Marcie Shrewsbury Lopez
Val Sivill
Arlene Smelson
Denise Soppas
Nancy Staub Laughlin
Victoria Steel
Anna Szalc
Christopher Taylor
Sandy Taylor
Doug Testa
Michael Teters
Scott Thiele
John Troisi
John Troisi
Srinath Vadapalli
Denise Van Dyke
Joseph Vidich
Brittany Vogel
Keith Vogrin
Linda Vonderschmidt-LaStella
Lori Weisenfeld
Daniela Wenzel
Diane Whitebay
Matt Wieczkowski
Rachel H. Wintemberg
Monica Wolf
Tamara Woronczuk
Robin Yaeger
Gina Ziegler
MUSEUM STATEMENT
Founded by the Monmouth County Arts Council in 1979, the Annual Juried Art Exhibition has been a cornerstone of the Monmouth Museum's programming since its inception. In 2011, the Museum took over complete sponsorship of this prestigious exhibition and broadened its reach to an international audience. Over the years, the exhibit has grown into a remarkable showcase of creative talent and contemporary art trends, featuring work from across Monmouth County, New Jersey, and the United States, as well as internationally, with submissions from countries such as Japan, Russia, Lithuania, Israel, and Germany.
This highly anticipated Main Gallery exhibition presents art in a wide variety of media and styles, blending traditional and innovative approaches. It celebrates the diversity of artistic expression while giving the community the opportunity to view exceptional artwork from around the globe. The Monmouth Museum is proud to call this Annual Juried Art Exhibition a "must-see destination" for artists and art enthusiasts alike.
BREAKING NEWS
Sarah Fishbein
BOUQUET OF ALCHEMY
Meg Hadley
As the Monmouth Museum continues to grow and innovate, we remain committed to building on the success of this exhibition, ensuring its reputation as an integral event in the art world for many years to come.
JURORS & CURATION
JUROR: Sangita Phadke
Sangita Phadke is an internationally acclaimed pastel artist known for her vibrant and strikingly lifelike depictions of still life and portraiture. Her talent has earned her numerous accolades, including recognition from the prestigious International Association of Pastel Societies and the Pastel Society of America. Sangita’s work has been featured in galleries and private collections worldwide, celebrated for its ability to combine technical precision with emotional depth. As an artist deeply invested in the power of storytelling through visual art, Sangita brings a unique perspective to the selection process, ensuring the exhibition showcases works that resonate with artistic integrity and innovation.
Beyond her personal practice, Sangita is a Monmouth Museum Board Member and an enthusiastic educator/mentor to emerging artists, making her a valuable juror who understands the balance between technique, concept, and originality. Her discerning eye will contribute to an exciting and thought-provoking selection of works for this year’s exhibit.
NYC MASHUP
Mike Quon
A Sunflower for Fukushima
Sangita Phadke
CURATOR: Jenn Hampton
Jenn Hampton is a trailblazer in the world of contemporary art curation, known for her boundary-pushing approach and ability to highlight unconventional yet impactful works. As the creative director/co-owner of Parlor Gallery in Asbury Park, New Jersey, Jenn has curated countless exhibitions that celebrate bold artistic voices, often fostering connections between artists and the broader community.
Together, Sangita Phadke and Jenn Hampton promise to bring an unparalleled level of expertise, creativity, and passion to the 45th Annual Juried Art Exhibition. Their collaboration ensures an exhibition that both honors tradition and embraces cutting-edge contemporary art, creating a platform for artists to share their unique voices with the world.
IMPORTANT DATES
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Notification of Acceptance:
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Wednesday, February 19, 2025, by midnight EST.
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Exhibition Dates:
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March 2, 2025 – April 13, 2025
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​Opening Reception:
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Sunday, March 2, 2025, from 4 – 6 PM.
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​Artwork Drop-Off (In-Person):
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Monday, February 24, 2025, 10 AM – 4 PM.
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​Shipping Deadline:
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Monday, February 24, 2025, by 4 PM EST.
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Artwork Pickup (In-Person)​
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Tuesday, April 15, 2025, 10AM – 4PM
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For submission assistance, contact:
Jenna McDonald