[August 28, 2012]    

At the 39th year of the event that started it all, Lincoln's Art Fair, crowds filled the park from early to late both Saturday and Sunday. Even to people who come to the popular event each year, with 80 artists and 18 of those new, there was a lot to take in. The art was diverse in mediums, with themes ranging from fun and fresh to sedate, sophisticated or even intriguing; such as hand-blown glassworks with phosphorescence that glows after the lights go out.

Pictured with the following artists who received special recognition are Sonnie Alexander and Brileigh Sarnes:

Pictures by Jan Youngquist

First place -- John Madison for his painting

Second place -- Alice Jaeger-Ashland and her printmaking

 

Third place -- John Stoeckley for his pen, ink and watercolor

Janet Harris Memorial -- Carmel and Michael Schramm Jewelry

 

Best of Show -- Bob Holloway, a perennial favorite, not only for his fanciful, historical pen, ink and watercolor creations, but as much for his warm personality.

Best New Artist -- Kathryne Martin, a photography exhibitor in her first season