RED ART SHOW


 

 

 

 

 

Grey Cube Gallery proudly presents the first Red online art show for the month of May 2025. The show encompassed a range of artistic styles and mediums (oil on canvas, acrylic, watercolor, fused glass, photography, digital art). Each submission has been judged based on the following elements of artistic expression: orginality and quality of art, overall design, creativity, interpretation of the theme, demonstration of artistic ability and usage of medium. Out of all entries, 80 artworks were shortlisted for inclusion in the show. The competition attracted entries from many countries across the world: Taiwan, Canada, Australia, USA, Finland, Portugal, Switzerland and Ireland. Enjoy the show and thank you for expressing an interest in our competition.

 

 

 

 

BEST OF SHOW

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Cher Pruys - Little lady in Red

acrylic on canvas - 12'' x 8''

 

 

I am a self taught artists working in water based medium, mainly acrylic, but also at times gouache and water-colour. I am a hyperrealism painter fascinated by the world around me. I am very drawn to shiny surfaces as well as transparent objects, especially when the lighting brings them to life. I look for beauty in everyday objects that most people take for granted or just don’t truly see them as they are. The seemingly boring and mundane subjects can truly be like magnets if portrayed in the right light. Shiny metal is one of those materials that can host endless visions….the light hits it and the reflections are captured on the smooth, sleek surface…people and animals especially the eyes...an artists dream! My future art plans are to paint the countless subjects I have chosen to become paintings and to share my art with as many people as I can. "To take my inner visions with my hands and create a work of art for you the viewer .... That is the ultimate in self expression."

 

 

 

 

FIRST PLACE

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Jay Johansen - The Softest Flame, The Fiercest Storm

acrylic on canvas - 48'' x 46''

 

 

My art explores identity, emotion, and legacy. Through portraits I capture not just likeness but essence, using bold palettes and textures to evoke nostalgia, intrigue, and reflection inviting viewers to connect with deeper stories

 

 

 

 

SECOND PLACE

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Stephen Roberson - Joy Ride

oil on canvas - 16'' x 20''

 

 

Stephen is a native Virginian who works in finance and accounting and is a licensed CPA in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Ever since he was a little boy, Stephen was fascinated by airplanes and enjoyed art. After graduating college, Stephen joined the Marine Corps and was commissioned a 2ndLt. The Marines gave him the opportunity to become a Marine aviator, and in November of 1998, Stephen earned his wings of gold and went on to fly CH-46E helicopters. After leaving the Marine Corps, Stephen began focusing his efforts on developing his art, and eventually became a member of the American Society of Aviation Artists (ASAA). Stephen also enjoys painting landscapes and seascapes. He is a Fellow of the ASAA, member of the American Society of Marine Artists, and contributing member of the Coast Guard Art Program. Stephen's works can be seen in squadron spaces, private collections, the collection of the National Naval Aviation Museum, and in the United States Capitol Building. Stephen’s work alternates between aviation and landscape/seascape and figurative paintings. Aviation subjects allow him to create dynamic compositions with geometric forms and line, while non-aviation subjects offer a chance to work with more organic forms and a broader palette of visual textures. Stephen tries to strike a balance between technical, visual, emotional, and, when applicable, accuracy. By balancing all of these elements, the necessary information can be presented to fully describe a place or event, while at the same time infusing a painting with the life and emotion to give the viewer a more visceral experience. A majority of Stephen’s work is created in oils, and he finds that medium to best express himself using techniques of impressionistic realism.

 

 

 

 

THIRD PLACE

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Venu Tummalapalli - Aqua Abstract - photography

acrylic on canvas

 

 

Venu Tummalapalli is a marketing professional and award-winning fine art photographer rooted in the small and vibrant city of Lake Bluff, Illinois. He is known for his photography that seizes ephemeral moments of nature. Venu's unique approach combines analytical and creative thinking, allowing him to create both real and abstract interpretations of his encounters with the natural world, be it landscapes, birds, water, or the moon. His images enthrall viewers with feelings of excitement, warmth, and vibrancy, reflecting his deep connection to the environment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

MERIT AWARD

 

 

 

 

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HONORABLE MENTION

 

 

 

 

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FINALISTS

 

 

 

 

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