Elise Andréa

Depicting high realism with watercolor for nearly forty years, Elise Andréa has recently completed a fifth large NYC streetscene, “Night Draws Nigh” at her studio in Cambridge, Vermont. She took the photo reference in March, 2019, just one year before the virus lockdown began. Elise was raised on a mountain in Central Vermont and has lived on Craftsbury Common. She …

Ellen Keene

I am a Marshfield artist who does figurative sculpture.  I am so grateful to have this time to dive deeper into my own creativity and spiritual life.  This 8×11” acrylic painting is from one of the conversations I have been having with The Divine Feminine. 

Lane Dunn

I live in Burlington. This is the first painting I did as the reality of the pandemic hit home!!

Rob Mermin

This week we chatted (via email) with Rob Mermin, director, lecturer, author, clown, mime, magician, raconteur and the founder of Circus Smirkus. Rob grew up outside of New Haven, Connecticut and in his youth was influenced by Blackfriars Summer Theater, a company run entirely by teenagers from all around southern Connecticut.  Each season the group performed Shakespeare, drama, comedy and a musical.  Rob’s first …

Lesley Butman

Lesley Butman uses watercolor as her primary medium to explore the landscapes of her native New England. Her work ranges from representational images of iconic barns, stonewalls and mountainscapes to abstract landscapes capturing the essence and emotional resonance of place. She is most noted for portraits of wildlife that are imbued with a palpable character and soul. Butman archives this by employing various techniques …

Sally Smith

‘Mr. Tambourine Man’ is a collection of drawings from the winter of 2019-2020, put together to tell the story of the Whammy Bar in Maple Corners, or perhaps the pandemic.The music Tambourine Man is playing is ’The Times They Are A-Changing’, which happened while these drawings were created. There are words and music on the scraps of paper so you …

Nancy Felicity Haselton

 I started drawing with my non-dominant hand in February. I use water-and alcohol-based markers, watercolors, and acrylic paint. I find inspiration in dance, yoga, and the outdoors. The lady on the hill = “The Fool on the Hill,” a self portrait 🙂 Check me out on Facebook.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I enter the contest with a video made prior to the pandemic?Yes! We know it has been difficult for ensembles to create during the pandemic. Keep in mind, your submission should be reflective of your current work.  Can I enter the contest with more than one band?Yes! You may submit as a solo artist and also a member of …