This year we have recruited a truly exceptional jury panel of art professionals whose experience is varied throughout all types of art. Please join us in welcoming them!
Kyra Watkins
Kyra is a Portland-based educator, public artist and digital artist hailing from Cincinnati, Ohio. She served as PSU's Artist in Residence during the 2023-2024 academic year, during which time she created the new Jason Washington Mural now on display in Smith Memorial Student Union at Portland State University.
Lynda Tesner
Linda is a writer, curator, advisor, and has served on multiple juries throughout her 40-plus year career in the arts field. She has also served as a trainer, panelist, and lecturer to multiple art museums and organizations.
Eric Frey
Eric is an Intermedia artist and a combat veteran. His artistic practice includes sculpture, photography and archiving. He also owns the art gallery Salem on the Edge with his partner Anna Davis in Salem, Oregon.
Evan Benally Atwood
Evan is a queer Diné creative using filmmaking, music, painting, writing, and photography to document stories, uplift community, and empower marginalized voices.
