Press release
Jason Morrison & Visual Artist's Collective Front Page Features in the Henry County Times.
MCDONOUGH, GA - Wednesday, July 25th, 2007- Visual Artist's Collective President and Creation Cafe Creative Director is featured on the front page of the Henry County Times Newspaper. The article was printed in Vol 6., No. 30. You can read the announcement submitted by the VAC below:
ANOTHER SUCCESS FOR THE VISUAL ARTS IN HENRY COUNTY
LEFT TO RIGHT: Lance Foster, Jason Morrison, Quinn O'Neill, Lanny Milbrandt, and Tyler Andrews. Photo courtesy of Montabello Photographic Services.
MCDONOUGH, ga, JULY 14, 2007: July 14th ushered in the official opening and award reception for The Black & White Event, a creative exhibition celebrating black & white photography from the Visual Artist’s Collective of Henry County. This was the first photography competition held by the V.A.C. this year and it accepted traditional film, digital, as well as digitally enhanced photos. 24 artists entered the show submitting nearly 70 entries.
Sponsored by Willet Honda South, Apple Realty, Inc., Lambert Sand & Gravel, and Moore Bass Consulting, the event was hosted at the fabulous Redz Restaurant, home of some of the best service and fine dining south of Atlanta.
When searching for a location to host the exhibit, Redz was a logical choice and Redz owner, Quinn O'Neill, was a major player and supporter for the event. "It was not just Quinn opening his doors for us, but he opened them for the visual arts and generally seeks to improve the quality of life for Henry County citizens," said Jason Morrison, who is serving his first year as V.A.C. president.
The event was slightly different from previous photography contests held by the V.A.C. in that the grand prize, $1,000 for Best of Show, was not selected by an outside judge. Instead, Best of Show was selected by Redz patron’s throughout the first week the exhibit was on display. Redz collected over 400 votes during the first 6 days.Morrison said "We felt it would make the competition a little more interesting. It also allowed visitors to do more than just view the work, but to be a part of the exhibit." When asked of the black & white theme Morrison said "It forces you to look at each photograph, especially since there is not a single dominating color photo. It leveled the playing field and I believe it made for a very interesting show and exhibit."
On the 14th, artists, friends, and family gathered at Redz for the announcement of the winners. Taking Honorable Mention for "1937 Bugatti" was Lanny Milbrandt. Third Place was awarded to Tyler Andrews for his photograph "Jack’s Window". "Wormsloe" by Lance Foster was awarded the second place prize. Lanny Milbrandt took first place with "Castle dos Mouros". The Best of Show, awarded by Redz patrons, went to Scott Ash for his photograph entitled "Keyhole, Paracas".
The event marked a success not only for the Visual Artist’s Collective and Redz, but for visual arts within the county.
The exhibit will be on display until July 31st. 32 Macon Street, McDonough, GA 30253.
You can view the actual article as it was printed in the paper by clicking here (Requires the free Adobe Acrobat Reader).
For more information about the Visual Artist's Collective, please visit their website. For more information about Henry County Times, please visit their website as well.
About Creation Cafe.
Creation Cafe is a graphic design and web development company based in Henry County, Georgia. Providing services for approximately 8 years, the company is focused on serving clients with any and all creative needs.
For further information, please contact:Jason Morrison
Creation Cafe, LLC
404.625.1548
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