March 24 – June 7, 2025
In celebration of our members & teaching artists, we are honored to present the inaugural Judy Herman Members exhibition. This annual event is now named in honor of the late Judy Herman, who served as the Executive Director of Main Line Art Center from 1988 to 2012. Judy’s unwavering dedication and passion for our mission continues to resonate, leaving a lasting impact on the center and our community.
The exhibition is on view in our galleries through June 7th and features a range of works from our members and teaching artists including mosaics, photography, sculpture, painting, drawing, mixed media, jewelry, ceramics, and more. This annual show is not to be missed!
Best in Show awards will be given during the opening reception on Saturday, April 5th. That evening we’ll also be hosting our fan-favorite Ceramics Second Sale and celebrating the opening of our Annual Garden Sculpture Exhibition. Guests will enjoy light bites, beverages, and music while supporting our vision of art for everyone!
Barbara Dirnbach | Best in Show Presented by Blick
Karen Bernstein | Best in Show Honorable Mention Presented by Main Line Art Center
Dawn Morningstar | The Etta Winigrad Award for Ceramics & Sculpture Presented by Clayworks Supply
Janet Conn | The Joel Siegle Award for Mosaics Presented by WitsEnds Mosaics
Rene Crystal | The Photography Award Presented by Photo Lounge
Eric Van der Vulgt | The Painting Award Presented by Plaza Artist Materials
Gayl Bantom | The Works on Paper Award Presented by Framers Market Gallery
John Rodgers | The Mixed Media Award Presented by Speedball
Elizabeth Swartz Skoke | The Jewelry & Glass Award Presented by Main Line Art Center
Georgia England | Best in Show: Kids & Teens Presented by Blick & Jeni’s Ice Cream
This year’s prize juror is John Baker, Board President of Chester County Art Association and Professor Emeritus Art and Design at West Chester University. John Baker received his BA and Doctorate of Fine Arts from West Chester University and MFA from the University of Delaware. He has taught for 41 years in the Department of Art + Design WCU, chairing the department for 20 years. His work has been exhibited in numerous private, museum and corporate collections including over 200 international, national, and regional exhibitions. He continues to serve on several art boards, commissions, and as a WCU Foundation Trustee.
His studio practice includes a mixed-media approach to canvas and board influenced and informed through his extensive international travel. He also creates functional ceramic vessels, continuing to investigate the bowl form.