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Tuesday, 04 September 2012 13:56

Apply for Smith-Gilbert Gardens Event in GA

Written by Steve Doherty

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Junko Ono painting during the 2010 event in Smith-Gilbert Gardens,

Smith-Gilbert Gardens in Kennesaw, Georgia is accepting applications for artists to participate and compete for cash awards in its fifth plein air painting competition on October 18 and 19. Be among the select group of 50 artists invited to participate.

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Two artists painting in the Smith-Gilbert Gardens in Georgia

Artists may paint scenes of the historic Hiram Butler House, some of the 30 pieces of contemporary sculpture on display, or the 3,000-plus plant species in the Smith-Gilbert Gardens. Past winners of this competition include Junko Ono Rothwell, John Guernsey, Susan Knight Smith, and Palma Rhoades. Registration is $30.
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An artists standing next to a display of her paintings at the Smith-Gardens event

At the center of Smith-Gilbert Gardens is the historic Hiram Butler House, dating back over 150 years. The house was once owned by Mr. Butler, a Confederate railroad man who worked the lines most of his life and was present during the "Great Locomotive Chase."

Smith-Gilbert Gardens offers 16 acres of serene settings. United by woodland paths, the gardens consists of separate groupings with fascinating individual elements, including the Bonsai exhibit, camellia garden, tea house and waterfall area, rose garden, and conifer display. Each area is complemented by thoughtfully positioned sculpture.