Artists gathered for a photo in the gallery

The Royal Nebeker Art Gallery Announces Award Winners of the 16th Annual Au Naturel: The Nude in the 21st Century

The Royal Nebeker Art Gallery at Clatsop Community College is pleased to announce the award recipients for the 16th Annual Au Naturel: The Nude in the 21st Century international juried exhibition, following a well-attended community reception that was held on Thursday, February 12, 2026.

More than 200 visitors filled the gallery for the community reception and twenty-two participating artists attended in person.

This year’s juror Martha Lee, owner and director of the Russo Lee Gallery in Portland, selected 48 works of art from over 300 images submitted by artists from 20 U.S. states, in addition to international submissions from Canada. During the awards presentation, Lee spoke about her experience in selecting the work for the show and the following awards were announced:    

Cash Award Winners

First Place: Olympia by Marie-Ange Ackad of Montreal, Canada 

Second Place: Women and Their Vessels by Christa Brandenburg  of McMinnville, OR

Third Place: Untitled (MM Open Ache) by Selisa Rausch of Bozeman, MT

Exhibit Award and Workshop Award 

Gordon Barnes (Portland, OR), Untitled (King Oscar), Printmaking 

Purchase Awards (to be added to the college’s growing Au Naturel Permanent Collection) 

– Siren, Woodblock print by Karina Andrews (Astoria, OR)

– Grappling with Reality, Cone 6 stoneware with stain and glaze by Linda Jerome (Hillsboro, OR)

People’s Choice Award Voting Continues 

All visitors are invited to weigh in on the People’s Choice Award by casting a vote before the exhibition closes on March 12, 2026. Ballots are available in the gallery, and the winner will be announced after the votes are tallied.

To view images of the award-winning works, as well as artwork from current and past exhibitions, please visit www.aunaturelart.com

The 16th Annual Au Naturel: The Nude in the 21st Century remains on view at the Royal Nebeker Art Gallery through March 12, 2026. Gallery hours are Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., and Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Sundays and holidays by appointment only. Admission is free and open to the public.

About Au Naturel 

Founded in 2007, Au Naturel: The Nude in the 21st Century is an internationally recognized juried exhibition celebrating the timeless tradition of the nude in contemporary art. Held at Clatsop Community College’s Royal Nebeker Art Gallery, the exhibit brings together artists from across the country and beyond, exploring the human figure through diverse artistic perspectives.

For more information, please contact: kshauck@clatsopcc.edu 

The Royal Nebeker Art Gallery is committed to presenting high-quality exhibits that serve as educational resources for students, artists, and the broader community. Au Naturel continues this tradition by fostering meaningful dialogue around the enduring and evolving role of the human figure in art.

Non-Discrimination Declaration

It is the policy of Clatsop Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race, color, sex, gender, marital status, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or disability in any educational programs, activities, or employment. Questions or complaints should be directed to Anita Jensen, Affirmative Action/Gender Equity (Title IX) Officer, Lower Library, Suite 102, ajensen@clatsopcc.edu (503) 338-2450; TDD : Oregon Relay- Dial 711. For Student Access Services, contact Faith Forster, Columbia Hall, Room 111, fforster@clatsopcc.edu (503) 338-2313

Accommodations

Students having questions about or a request for classroom accommodations should contact Faith Forster, Columbia Hall, Room 111,  fforster@clatsopcc.edu (503) 338-2313.   Community members having questions about or a request for special needs and accommodation should contact Anita Jensen, Lower Library, Suite 102, ajensen@clatsopcc.edu (503) 338-2450; TDD: Oregon Relay- Dial 711. Please send special needs and accommodations requests here. Contact should be made at least two business days in advance of the event.  

Declaración de no-discriminación

Es la política de Clatsop Community College que no habrá ningún tipo de discriminación o acoso por razón de raza, color, sexo, género, estado civil, religión, origen nacional, edad, orientación sexual, identidad de género o expresióno discapacidad en los programas educativos, actividades o en la contratación. Preguntas o quejas deben ser dirigidas al Anita Jensen, Oficial de Acción Afirmativa / Título IX localizada en la biblioteca, oficina número 102 , ajensen@clatsopcc.edu número de teléfono (503) 338-2450, TDD (discapacidad auditiva) marcar 711 en su teléfono. Para servicios de acceso para estudiantes, comuníquese con Faith Forster localizada en Columbia Hall, oficina número 111,  fforster@clatsopcc.edu (503) 338-2313.

Ayuda a personas discapacitadas

Estudiantes que tengan preguntas o una requieran solicitud de adaptaciones en el aula deben comunicarse con Faith Forster, localizada en Columbia Hall , oficina número 111, fforster@clatsopcc.edu (503) 338-2313. En cuanto a los miembros de la comunidad, se les pide que se comuniquen con Anita Jensen, localizada en la biblioteca, oficina número 102 , ajensen@clatsopcc.edu número de teléfono (503) 338-2450, TDD (discapacidad auditiva) marcar 711 en su teléfono. Haga el favor de notificar a la oficina para que se le pueda proporcionar apoyo. La comunicación debe tomar lugar por lo menos dos días de trabajo antes del evento por el cual se requiera tal ayuda. Para más información, vea la página Web de Clatsop Community College bajo Información en Español. 

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