Shelby County Arts Council Robin Nance Metz Art Competition - January 25 - February 29, 2024
It was another fantastic opening for this show and I was thrilled to win Honorable Mention in the Fine Art Crafts category for my fused glass piece Hard Water.
Kentuck Festival of the Arts - October 14 and 15, 2023
What a great show! The weather was good and the sales were great. We even had a partial solar eclipse during the show.
Montgomery Art Guild Regions Bank Art Exhibition - October 10 - 31, 2023
I was honored to have my fused glass piece entitled “Hard Water” be juried into this show. The Opening reception and award announcements were held on the evening of October 10 at the RSA Tower Mezzanine level in Montgomery. I was humbled to win first place in the Sculpture and Ceramics category. What a great surprise! Thanks to many of our Montgomery friends for coming to see Bill and me at the reception.
Kentuck Members Juried Art Exhibition - June 1, 2023 - July 30, 2023
What an honor to have my fused glass piece juried into this show. The opening reception was held during their monthly art night and there was so much happening. It was a great night.
Mountain Brook Art Association Art in the Village Show - May 6, 2023
This was my first time participating in the Spring show and it was really fun. It was the first time in a while that I showed my paintings instead of my fused glass. The weather was perfect and the attendance was great. Thanks to my friends Jan Eady, Anna Hanks and Nancy Sare for helping me and to all my other friends who stopped by to see me.
Shelby County Arts Council Robin Nance Metz Art Competition - January 19 - March 9, 2023
This year the Arts Council renamed their Adult Juried Art Exhibit to the Robin Nance Metz Art Competition in honor of Robin Metz who passed away in 2022. I was again honored to have two fused glass pieces juried into the show. Over 80 artists entered their work, with less than half being accepted.
Bluff Park Art Show - October 1, 2022
I was honored to be accepted into this prestigious show. It was held for the first time at the Hoover Met which was a wonderful setting. The crowd was great and the weather was too. I had one of my best ever sales days and really enjoyed the show.
Artists Association of Central Alabama Meet the Artists Night - Comer Museum & Arts Center - June 16, 2022
This was a fun show in downtown Sylacauga, Alabama, the home of Jim Nabors. I was humbled to have many friends (including many former co-workers) come to the show. I was also honored to win the “People’s Choice” award.
Shelby County Arts Council Adult Juried Art Exhibit - January 6, 2022
I was honored to have two of my fused glass pieces juried into this show. This is a great organization with great people and it is always a joy to visit.
Kentuck Festival of the Arts - October 16 and 17, 2021
Although I did the virtual Kentuck show in 2020, this was my first time at the actual event and wow, what a great experience. The folks that run this show really know what they are doing - great organization, great treatment of the artists, great weather and great crowds. I mainly showed my Laughing Glass fused glass sculptures and my fused glass night lights and was proud to sell quite a few. I even won a Patrons Award from WVUA Television. I hope to do this show again.
Daniel Day Gallery Summer Art Show - July 2021 - November 2021
It was so exciting to be back at a public art show. The opening night for this show was July 2 at one of my favorite places. There was a good turnout and it was good to see many old friends. I showed five of my copper wall sculptures and four of my Glasscox family fused glass faces.
Shelby County Arts Council Adult Juried Art Exhibit - January 21, 2021 - March 4, 2021
My fused glass wall sculpture entitled “Free Bird” was selected for this first class exhibit. The Council does a great job and it is a pleasure to work with them. There were 153 submissions and 73 were chosen for the exhibit. I even got my picture in the Shelby County Reporter article about the opening night event! Click the Facebook “f” below to see the article.
Kentuck Festival of the Arts Virtual Marketplace - October 15 - December 31, 2020
I was beyond excited to be accepted into this show, one of the oldest and most respected shows in Alabama. Due to COVID 19, the festival was virtual for the first time. I chose to show only fused glass pieces including wall and table top sculptures, jewelry and Christmas ornaments and decorations. The images below are a few of the items I sold. I have also included one of two Facebook Live videos I did as part of the Festival
Med Center Mazda Grand Opening - October 17, 2019
I was honored to be asked to exhibit my art at Med Center Mazda for their Grand Opening ceremony.
Daniel Day Gallery - Aquatic Dreams Show - July - November 2019
I showed my copper wall sculptures for the first time at this show and was overwhelmed that I sold all three at the opening.
Kessler Building Lobby - July 2019
I shared the Kessler Building Lobby for the month of July. Since the Kessler Building used to be a department store, it has great windows and I enjoy “dressing” the windows.
Watts Tower - June 2019
The son of a dear friend of mine bought a condo in Watts Tower and had nothing for his walls. His mom and I decided that I would display some of my paintings there and if her son sold any, he would get a cut. We had so much fun decorating his condo with the help of Beth Bradley.
Pelham Palooza - May 18, 2019
It was a hot day with a good crowd. This event is always fun because there is so much to do.
Beth Bradley Student Show, Kessler Building Lobby - March 21, 2019
It was fun sharing space at the Kessler Building lobby with several classmates. Thanks to Forestall Art Center for hosting the reception.
Central Alabama Artist Guild Walk of Art - March 9, 2019
I really enjoy being a member of CAAG. One of the benefits is participating in this annual juried show. It’s always fun. Thanks to the Vestavia Civic Center for allowing us to use your gym.
Daniel Day Gallery - For the Love of Mardi Gras - February - May 2019
Artist Expo - Events at Haven - February 10, 2019
I was proud to participate in the first Artist Expo. I showed some of my fused glass and pottery.
Deck the Ham Window Painting Contest - December 2018
Beth Bradley and I partnered in painting the windows of the Wine Loft for the Deck the Ham contest sponsored by Birmingham Art Crawl. We had a blast painting the window even though it was very cold. Thankfully it was a beautiful, sunny day.
Beth Bradley Student Show - November 15, 2018
This show was held in my wonderful teacher’s beautiful loft in downtown Birmingham.
Central Alabama Showcase - Kelly Fitzpatrick Gallery, Wetumpka, Alabama - Sept. - Dec. 2018
I was excited to be accepted into this prestigious juried show. Artists from across Central Alabama were featured. Many local volunteers worked on the show and they also hosted a reception for all the artists on September 18. The gallery is beautiful and the volunteers were wonderful people.
Daniel Day Gallery - Aquatic Dreams Show - August 2018 - November 2018
Art on the Runway - June 4, 2018
It was fun participating in this show at the Bessemer Airport with my good friend Lee Barnes. I had a personal goal of participating in this show less than a month after having knee replacement surgery and made it! I showed my license plate ceramics and my home made candles.
Central Alabama Artist Guild Art Show - May 4 and 5, 2018
What a great two day show. I showed some of my paintings, ceramics and glass and was honored to win first place in the painting category. It was also a blast to appear on Fox6 with Jinger Glasgow and Daphne Kelly to promote the show.
Moonlight on the Mountain - February - May 2018
I am very proud to show my work at this live music venue in Bluff Park, a true music listening room.
Daniel Day Gallery - For the Love of Mardi Gras Show - February - May 2018
Daniel and Melanie at this gallery are great people and they have created a tremendous venue. I showed four paintings at this show, all with a New Orleans or musical theme.
Daniel Day Gallery - Holiday Art Show - December 2017 - February 2018
I displayed some of my "Abstract Under Glass" pieces for this show (the white framed pieces across the top in the pictures below.) Doesn't Melanie do a great job on the posters for her events?
Nan Braswell Holiday Art Show - December 3, 2017
My good friend Nan hosted a show in her beautiful home. I showed many of the same pieces as the SCAC show below. I also enjoyed sharing a room with my friend Lee Barnes and her gorgeous pottery.
Shelby County Arts Council - Artist Market - December 1 and 2, 2017
I showed my paintings, pottery and glass pieces in this show. The SCAC is an awesome place and organization. You should visit their gallery in Columbiana!
Daniel Day Gallery - Aquatic Dreams Show - August 2017 - November 2017
We had such a good time at the opening for this show on August 18 that we forgot to take pictures of my work. The pictures below are samples of the type of work I am showing. They are kiln formed glass, stained glass and other media mixed with resin on clear glass and framed. Thanks to Daniel and Melody for running such a cool place offering art, music and fun times. It is located at 3025 6th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233.
Nan Braswell Art Show - July 13, 2017
Thanks to my good friend Nan for including me in this show at her beautiful home along with Vickey Wheeler and her precious metals jewelry, Kay Moates and her natural fiber mantles and of course Nan's beautiful paintings. I showed my kiln formed glass jewelry, glass buggzz, wind chimes and ceramics.
Studio Three June Bug and Backyard Critter Contest - June 24, 2017
It was fun to participate in this contest. All participants used kiln formed glass to make bugs. I was honored to receive the award for cutest bug. Debbie Ballog is a wonderful teacher and is located at Artists on the Bluff in the Bluff Park area ofHoover. I highly recommend her classes.
Shelby County Arts Council - History as Art Juried Show - June 23, 2017
I was very honored to be chosen to show a painting in this juried show. The following description is taken from the SCAC Facebook page: "This competition challenged artists to do personal historical research sourced from the Shelby County Archives Museum. Their resulting art piece need only be "inspired" by that research. The event, contest and exhibition are made possible by the Alabama State Council on the Arts and the Alabama 200 initiative! Come and enjoy. (The exhibit will be moved to the Shelby County Archives Museum)." My painting was inspired by a photograph of Confederate cannon balls on the Archives Museum website.
Pelham Palooza - May 20, 2017
This was my third year to participate in Pelham Palooza, held at the Pelham Civic Center. I showed a mixture of items including paintings, ceramics, warm glass jewelry and warm glass buggzz.
Art in the Hills - Vestavia City Hall - April 15, 2017
It was a beautiful day for an art show and it was fun to share a booth with my good friend Nan Braswell. I mainly showed my warm glass jewelry and wind chimes with a few paintings thrown in.
The Janice Art Class - April 1, 2017
It was fun to have several good friends at my house for an art class taught by yours truly. It was a gorgeous day and everyone had a good time and left with a painting.
Daniel Day Gallery - For the Love of Mardi Gras Show - February 2017 - May 2017
I was excited to participate with several other artists in exhibiting at this great gallery. As the name suggests, there was a Mardi Gras theme for the show and I showed various pieces depicting musical instruments.
Mountain Brook Art Association Show - December 2016
I was one of several artists participating in the Mountain Brook Art Association Holiday Art Show. The show was in the old Banana Republic space at Brookwood Village Mall from December 2 - 17. A portion of all sales were donated to Hand in Paw, an animal assisted therapy organization.
Unity Church - August 2016
This show is at Unity Church, 2803 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, Alabama 35203. I showed several of my acrylic paintings of women in addition to some resin and cracked glass pieces. Thanks to my friends who set up the show for me while I was in the hospital.
Pelham Palooza - July 16, 2016
I was proud to participate in my second Pelham Palooza at the Pelham Civic Center. This year I focused more on my glass and ceramic items along with some of my hand made candles and soaps. Thanks to the many friends who stopped by my booth.
Kessler Building Lobby--July 2016
This building was originally a department store so it has those gorgeous display windows and tile floor at the entrance. Now it is several floors of Lofts which is becoming very popular in Downtown Birmingham. Beside being an honor and a privilege to hang my art there, it's also fun to "Dress" the windows.
Hoover City Hall--March and April 2016
What an honor, as a member of the Hoover Arts Alliance, to be selected to exhibit my artwork for two consecutive months at Hoover City Hall. I was able to hang work on two opposing walls. One was acrylic and oil paintings and the other wall was variations of resin, stained glass and canvas.
First Presbyterian Church, Downtown Birmingham January 2016
It was my pleasure to exhibit my artwork with Jim Craig at the First Presbyterian's Sacred Art Gallery. He is so talented and our work together complimented each other.
"It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Janice" Christmas Show November 2015
A very gracious Kim and Thad Ryals hosted my Christmas show at their house in November 2015. It was an all fused glass, resin and alcohol ink show that gave me a chance to display some alternative media. It was a very successful show and I'm so appreciative of all the support from Kim, Leah Dodd and a host of good friends!
Art Walk September 2015
Pelham Palooza, July 2015
I was excited to participate in the first Pelham Palooza on July 18. It was nice to be inside with air conditioning in the middle of summer. We were surrounded by a lot of other great artists and vendors. There was also music and food. Thanks to Debbie Navez with Plan Ahead Events and Paula Holly with the City of Pelham for putting on a great, well organized event. Also, thanks to our neighbor Emily Hagood for helping us and hanging in there for the whole day.
Wade Smith Gallery, Downtown Birmingham June 2015
I participated in Art Crawl on June 4 in the Birmingham Art Association spot at Wade Smith Gallery, right next to El Barrio restaurant. Wade was kind enough to allow me to display my work there though the end of June. It was great to meet Wade and his fiancé Carrie Hill. Thanks to everyone who came by and visited.
Kessler Building Downtown Birmingham, May 2015
I displayed my "Big and Wet" collection through the end of May at the Kessler Building located at 1926 3rd Avenue N, Birmingham, Alabama 35222. "Big" signifies large paintings, perfect for those big empty walls in a loft apartment. There are three 60 x 48 paintings and three 30 x 40 paintings. "Wet" signifies watercolors along with a couple nautical themed wood, crushed glass and resin pieces. The pieces range in size from 8 x 10 to 18 x 24. Thanks to Ann Phillips with the Birmingham Art Association for coordinating this for me.
Big Collection
Wet Collection
Birmingham Art Association Rojo Show, February 2015
I was excited to join several other members of the Birmingham Art Association in displaying my art at Rojo on Birmingham's Southside from February 5 - March 3, 2015. I displayed five paintings: "Lips Like Jagger", "Carmelita", "Shimmichurri", "Oreo" and "Not Just Any Cock-a-Doodle-Doo".
Birmingham Art Association Member Show, November 2014
The show was at Kings House Antiques and Oriental Rugs in Pepper Place from November 15 - November 22. Each participating artist displayed two or three pieces. I displayed two paintings, "Tuscan Village" and "Lips Like Jagger", and one of my glass and resin pieces, "Cracklin' Resin". "Lips Like Jagger" won an honorable mention.
Birmingham Art Crawl, October 2, 2014
We were located at John's City Diner. Had lots of visitors, even though it rained (again). Grateful for the overhead protection and lighting. Got to meet Beth Bradley and spend time with her next to our booth. Thanks again Miranda for all your hard work!
Birmingham Art Crawl, September 4, 2014
Art Crawl in September! We were in front of Storkland and next to El Barrio. A Prime Location! Then the rains came. It poured!!! I mean flooded! So Storkland was nice enough to let us inside and sit in their comfy chairs. They were so comfy I bought two of them and a chandelier!!! Thanks to Miranda McPherson for all the work on Art Crawl!!!
Art on R Mountain, April 4th, 2014
Art on R Mountain was the most organized Art Show! And they are so good to their artists! They had a reception the night before for their artists and security all night for the tents. Saturday morning was Frosty but they had breakfast for us and the day warmed up and was beautiful. Mitchell Nash and Jeff Willoughby are excellent event organizers!
