“In jurying this exhibition — which featured an enthusiastic response of 191 submissions by 68 artists — this juror was seeking works, which stood out for their uniqueness of vision and/or participation in art historical movements, element of wonder and sense of authenticity. Also sought was a sense of a dialogue and proficiency across varied media reflective and present in “Texas Artists Today.”

The resulting exhibition takes the temperature of art-making in West Texas, and also discovers certain themes, affinities so to speak among the works selected. These are intriguing, and often unexpected, and consequently the show is organized and installed around these motifs: The Myth of the West, Surrealism, American Dreams, Land and Food, and The Power of the Portrait.

I close by thanking Sara Drescher Braswell for proposing me as juror, curator Wendy Earle for her sensitive installation, the museum supporters and trustees, and above all, the artists who submitted — for their time, energy and talent. May our paths all cross again.”

Catherine D. Anspon