AKWESASNE - The 2023 Art Market and Juried Show, presented by Akwesasne Travel, brought more than 1300 community members and visitors to Generations Park on Sunday, July 2 for a vibrant showcase of the arts. Heat and humidity did not dampen spirits, as attendees eagerly experienced phenomenal art works, live performances, and demonstrations throughout the day.
"Thankfully, the weather cooperated, and we had a great turnout. It was an amazing day," said Penny Peters, Akwesasne Travel manager. "We are so appreciative of the artists, performers, vendors, sponsors, and volunteers. Every single person who helped make this event happen deserves a huge thank you!"
The 2023 Best in Show prize was awarded to Karen Francis of Akwesasne for her handcrafted, beaded cradleboard, "Leo's Pad." The juried show featured dozens of submissions across 12 categories. A new youth division attracted several up-and-coming talents.
"The artists raised the bar with this year's show," said Akwesasne Travel's LaToya Rourke. "We had so many positive comments from visitors excited to experience Mohawk art and culture. It was a great way to show people the kinds of experiences Akwesasne Travel offers."
Major sponsors of the Akwesasne Art Market & Juried Show include Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort, NCCS (North Country Colocation Services), Boralex, CKON Radio and the Akwesasne Communication Society, CAA Management, and Ontario Power Generation.
List of Juried Show winners:
Best In Show, sponsored by Akwesasne Travel: Karen Francis
2D Painting, sponsored by the Family of Gray's Homestead Farm
First place: Victoria Ransom
Second place: Bruce Boots
2D Mixed Media, 2D Abstract, sponsored by Mohawk Council of Akwesasne
First place: Kit Thomas
Second place: Ron Jacobs
Cultural Diverse Art, sponsored by CAA Management
First place: Brenda Garrow
Second place: Karennotakies Barnes
Beadwork and Quillwork, sponsored by Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort
First place: Karen Francis
Second place: Brenda Garrow
Contemporary Clothing and Accessories
First place, sponsored by Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort: Kaiahtenhtas Thompson
Second place, sponsored by Treetop Boutique: Shannon David
New Media, sponsored by Alcoa
First place: Crystal HenrySecond place: Sabrina Sunday and Leslee Loran
Fancy Baskets, sponsored by Bear's Den Charitable Foundation
First place: Carrie Hill
Second place: Delia Terrance
Utility Baskets
First place, sponsored by Akwesasne Travel: Louis Gray
Second place, In Memory of Joseph Louis Peters: Jack Johnson
Pottery, Sculpture, Carving, Woodwork
First place, sponsored by Akwesasne Travel: Katsitsionni Fox
Second place, In Memory of Joseph and Isabel Rourke: Roger Perkins
2D Drawing, sponsored by Akwesasne Travel
First place: Vaughn Phillips
Second place: Victoria Ransom
Traditional Wear, sponsored by Akwesasne Travel
First place: Tsiahawi Perkins
Second place: Marlana Thompson Baker
Quilts & Wovens, sponsored by CKON
First place: Elisha King
Second place: Renee Adams
Youth Division, sponsored by CKON Radio
First place, age 6-12: Tsienenhariio Swamp
Second place, age 6-12: Kaleb Twobulls
Youth Division, sponsored by CKON Radio
First place, age 13-17: Ansley Hill
Second place, age 13-17 River Rourke
Judge's Choice Awards, sponsored by Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe
Yvette White
Waverli Thompson
Kelly & Tyson Back
Anna "Dodie" Thompson
Kaiahtenhtas Thompson
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