We are proud to announce that juror Wendi Schneider has selected 50 images for Texas Photographic Society’s 38th Annual Members Only Show. First Place was awarded to Marcia Levetown, Second Place to Kari Bishop, and Third Place to Jelisa Peterson. Heartfelt congratulations to the selected artists and warmest thanks to all of our TPS members who generously shared their work for consideration. A complete list of the exhibiting artists and the Juror's Remarks are below.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR MOS38 ARTISTS! (Award winners and honorable mentions in bold.) 1st Place: Marcia Levetown | 2nd Place: Kari Bishop | 3rd Place: Jelisa Peterson | Lauren Allen | Collin Bachman | Michael Banschbach | Amanda Breitbach | Judy Brown | Carole Cavanaugh | Deborah Cole | Mark Collins | George Craig | Justine Crowley | Cecelia Feld | Joan Fitzsimmons | Tom Flaherty | David Francis | Anna Fritzel | Patti Gary | Steve Goff | Terri Golas | Tom Griffithe | Terry Halsey | Michael Hart | Douglas Henry | Marie Ketring | Steve Knight | Horatio Law | Ed Malcik | Aimee McCrory | Jason McFadden | Ian McVea | Dolph Miller | Edgar Miller | Sirous Partovi | Hall Puckett | Byron Rogers | Nancy Scherl | Karen Schulman | Paula Selzer | Deidre Silver | John Skees | William Snypes | Sharon Sturgis | Beckwith Thompson | Ashton Thornhill | Kim Wasson Eagan | John S. Whitman | Debra Witter | Jingyi Zhang
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MOS38 opens on October 24, 2025 at the Center for Contemporary Arts in Abilene, Texas and will continue through December 6, 2026, with a closing reception from 5-7pm in conjunction with the Abilene Art Walk. This exhibition is sponsored by Red River Paper (Dallas, TX).
JUROR'S REMARKS
It was an honor and a pleasure to review the submissions for this year's Members Only Show. I studied each image multiple times to fully appreciate what I may have missed. Jurying an open-themed show is especially exciting because it allows for such a diverse range of expressions, ideas, and subjects.
My selections were guided by the central principle of artistic intention. I looked for work that transcended its subject, using framing, perspective, and focus to transform an ordinary or extraordinary sight into a unique statement—to present the familiar in an unfamiliar way. The images that resonated most with me were the ones that lingered in my mind long after I had first seen them. I was drawn to images that showed a singular voice, whether the subject was a striking portrait, a sensitive meditation, a complex abstraction, or a simple, sublime moment.
I was particularly impressed by the sheer variety of work submitted. It was fascinating to see everything from intimate macro shots to expansive landscapes, and from straightforward portraits to compelling experimental processes. Some images mesmerized me with their color and abstract qualities, while others used light, repetition, or reflections to create a sense of wonder. The exhibition showcases this incredible diversity, with some pieces standing alone while others complement each other beautifully. As I finalized my selections, I loved seeing how the chosen images played off one another to create a diverse, yet cohesive show.
Congratulations to the award winners—a strong collection of photographs that demonstrate clear artistic vision and skillful execution.