SOBA announces winners of 31st annual Judged Show

From staff reports

The Society of Bluffton Artists (SOBA) has announced the winners of its 31st annual Judged Show. The event, open to artists across the Lowcountry, showcased an array of exceptional talent in various artistic mediums. The winning pieces are on display at the SOBA Gallery through March 30, with an awards ceremony recently attended by more than 100 people.

Renowned watercolor artist Jan Ross served as the judge for this year’s competition. With over 40 years of experience and accolades from numerous national and international exhibitions, Ross brought a wealth of expertise to the selection process.

“This year’s Judged Show was a spectacular display of the incredible talent within our local artist community,” SOBA President Karen Richards said in a news release. “We’re honored to showcase these remarkable works and grateful to Jan Ross for lending her expertise to this year’s competition.”

The public is invited to view the exhibit at the SOBA Gallery, located at 6 Church Street, Bluffton. The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays.

For more information, visit www.sobagallery.com or call 843-757-6586.

2025 Judged Show Award Winners

Best in Show

Tatiana Zalapskaia – Ophelia

Oil Painting

1st Place: Julia Kamenskikh – Lowcountry Boy
2nd Place: Frank Gorman – Bay Street Life
3rd Place: Murray Sease – Orange Crush
Honorable Mentions:
- M. Pearl Mitzer – XOXO
- Mickey Boisvert – Sisters-A Day at the Museum
- Heather Wanamaker – Still Life of Finials and Flowers