The Love Texas Art Foundation and Artspace111 announced the award recipients of the 2026 Texas Juried Exhibition during its opening reception on July 25. Now in its 13th year, the statewide exhibition brings together work by 40 artists and remains on view at Artspace111 through August 29.
Yasuyo Maruyama received the exhibition’s highest honor, the Edmund Craig Memorial Award, for Sakiko 3. The award includes $10,000 and a solo exhibition opportunity at Artspace111 in 2027. Maruyama’s painting, built through approximately 40 thin oil glazes on wood panel prior to composition, reconstructs her subject through memory and personal encounters.
“The inspiration for Sakiko 3 came during my joint exhibition in Ginza, Tokyo,” said Maruyama. “On a hot summer day, Sakiko, who has appeared throughout my work over the years, visited the gallery wearing sunglasses. The moment I saw her, I intuitively felt she would become the subject of my next painting. Although my work is based on real people, I am interested in portraying more than an individual’s likeness. Through layers of paint, I seek to reveal the emotions, memories, and quiet sense of identity that exist beneath the surface, inviting viewers to imagine the stories that lie beyond what is immediately visible.”
Named in honor of the late Fort Worth collectors and arts advocates Stan Edmund Sewell and Kenneth Craig Johnson, founders of the Edmund Craig Gallery, the award recognizes outstanding artistic achievement. This year’s prize was made possible through the support of Katie Crim and Jordan Snapka.
“I am deeply honored to have received the Edmund Craig Memorial Award at the 2026 Texas Juried Exhibition at Artspace 111 for Sakiko 3,” Maruyama enthused. “I would like to express my sincere gratitude to juror Terri Provencal, the Love Texas Art Foundation, Artspace 111, everyone involved in the exhibition, and all those who have supported my work. I look forward to continuing to create work that explores human presence and identity with sincerity and curiosity,” she added.
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Robert Walker was awarded the $2,000 second prize for Kingfisher’s Warning, depicting a hyper-realistic farmer. Tiffany Williams received $1,000 for third prize for 1 Peter 2:9, a self-portrait oil on canvas.
Honorable mentions were awarded to Maria Haag for her painting Everybody Wants To Rule The World; Nosheen Iqbal for Gibran (Gift); Jack Hein for Fragile Ascents; and Tabatha Trolli for her Sleep Through The Night. Together, the recognized works move across painting, fiber, porcelain, ceramic, and mixed media, reflecting the range of practices represented throughout the exhibition.
Juried by PATRON publisher and editor-in-chief Terri Provencal, the 2026 exhibition was selected from more than 2,400 artworks submitted by 725 artists from across Texas.
“I am so very proud to have served as the juror for the 2026 Texas Juried Exhibition,” Provencal said. “With 725 artists and 2,400 entries submitted, the depth and quality of the work made every decision incredibly challenging. The exhibition represents an exceptional range of artistic voices, perspectives, and technical excellence.”
Beyond the more than $20,000 presented through awards, the Love Texas Art Foundation introduced a new initiative this year granting each exhibiting artist a $150 honorarium. The program acknowledges the financial and material investment required of artists participating in exhibitions, from preparing and transporting work to installation and travel.
“The Texas Juried Exhibition continues to grow because of the remarkable quality of work being created throughout our state,” said Ariel Davis, exhibition organizer and Love Texas Art Foundation board member. “We are proud not only to celebrate artistic excellence through awards, but also to support every exhibiting artist with a participation honorarium as we continue working to raise the standard of artist support.”
Provencal also recognized the work of the organizations responsible for the annual exhibition:
“I commend the Love Texas Art Foundation and Artspace111 for creating meaningful opportunities that support artists at every stage of their careers.”
Founded to provide Texas artists with financial support, professional opportunities and resources, the Love Texas Art Foundation organized the exhibition in partnership with Artspace111, which has supported contemporary artists in Fort Worth for more than four decades.
“Artspace111 is honored to partner with the Love Texas Art Foundation in presenting the 2026 Texas Juried Exhibition,” remarked Margery Gossett, director of Artspace111. “It is a privilege to welcome this outstanding exhibition and celebrate the extraordinary work being created across Texas.”
Participating artists include Brooke Armstrong, Rachel Black, Matthew Bourbon, Victoria Brill, Aleah Burns, Shannon Cannings, Xxavier Carter, Reuben Cheatem, Anese Eun Cho, Javier Coronado, Allie Dickerson, Shannon Durst, Brad Ellis, Sage Elwell, Afi Ese, Cameron Flores, Christine Guernsey, Maria Haag, Jack Hein, Cedric Ingram, Nosheen Iqbal, Jinsun Kim, Nancy Lamb, Laura Lawson, Yasuyo Maruyama, Slavi Nightingale, Freddy Ortega, Anjali Pai, Ricardo Paniagua, Michelle Rahbar, Matt Rebholz, Shawn Saumell, Kate Swayze, Jason Thing, Tabatha Trolli, Sharmeen Uqaili, William Wahlgren, Robert Walker, Tiffany Williams and Sheri Wilson.
The 2026 Texas Juried Exhibition is on view through Aug. 29 at Artspace111, 111 Hampton Street, Fort Worth.