At Art Central Gallery, our mission has always been rooted in Pictorial Storytelling—the ability of an artist to capture a moment, an emotion, or a history through their unique lens. As we continue our “Visual Rebirth” this spring, we recently hosted our April 2026 Juried Art Contest, seeking works that embody the artists and their vision.

Today, we are thrilled to pull back the curtain and introduce the three artists who stood out among an incredibly competitive field of talent.

First Place: K. Thurkill | Blurry Ruin

Second Place: J. Quarle | Sculptured Mask

Third Place: S. Goddard | Intimacy

Check out the CALL FOR ENTRIES page for the details