"Pathways" is a Sierra Art Trails Special Exhibit, which will run from Nov. 10 to Dec. 9. Artists interested in participating must submit an application by by Sunday, Oct. 21.

An Artists Reception will be held Saturday, Nov. 17, at Stellar Gallery in Oakhurst.

The exhibit is open to visual artists worldwide, working in any medium. Submitted works must have been completed in the last three years.

Cash awards will be presented as follows.

Best of Show - $400

1st place - $300

2nd place - $200

3rd place - $100 (Three 3rd place awards will be presented).

To apply, it costs $20 dollars for the first image and $10 for each additional image. A maximum of six works may be submitted for consideration. Sierra Art Trails receives a 30% commission on works sold from the exhibit.

"Pathways" is a juried exhibit focused on the choices we make and the paths we take. This exhibit is intended to draw attention to "Pathways" both literally and conceptually. In addition to the countless roads and paths in the physical world, pathways are also found in nature, science, philosophy, spirituality and our personal lives.

The jury will consider subject, craftsmanship, aesthetics, innovation, creativity, and content during the jury process. It is not necessary that works focus on a specific issue, however the jury will consider the intent of the work in relation to the overall theme in the selection of works for the exhibit.

Sierra Art Trails is a California based non-profit arts organization dedicated to supporting artists and artisans, promoting art education, and benefiting our communities through cultural tourism.

Details: (559) 658-8844 or www.sierraarttrails.org/exhibits/pathways/index.html