The Art League’s annual Patrons’ Show is our biggest, most exciting exhibit and fundraising event of the year. This one-of-a-kind art experience showcases an incredible array of works generously donated by our talented member artists—giving ticket buyers the thrilling opportunity to take home a piece they love.

Just like our other group exhibitions, the Patrons’ Show is also a juried event, celebrating artistic excellence with awards. This year, we had the honor of welcoming Allison Nance, managing director of the D.C.-based arts nonprofit The Nicholson Project, as our juror. She faced the formidable challenge of selecting winners from an astonishing collection of over 600 artworks. Here are her top picks:

Best in Show: $3,500

Family Portrait by Melissa Hentges; Acrylic

Faculty Award: $2,500 

Blue Chairs by Nancy McIntyre; Printmaking

Torpedo Factory Artist Award: $1,000 

Homoousios by Jennifer Dunbar; Printmaking

John B. Dale Award for best in Watercolor Landscape: $1,000 

Behind the Workhouse by Margritta Hanff

Brenda B. Kollman Award for 3D Artwork: $4,000

Floral Form #8 by Chris Malone; Ceramic

Marian Van Landingham Award: $500

Hellebore for Tranquility by Ali Wunder; Acrylic mixed media with embroidery 

A huge thank you to all the generous artists who donated their work to this year’s show—Patrons’ Show wouldn’t be possible without you. To our new and returning patrons who make this event fun and worthwhile, and to our sponsors whose support strengthens our efforts—we appreciate you!