Below is the list of nominees for the 2027 Artist of the Year exhibition. Each artist's name is linked to a PDF portfolio containing their artist biography, artist statement, and eight representative images of their work.
You may review the portfolios online, download them to your computer, or print them for easier comparison and discussion. As you review the submissions, please consider the quality and consistency of the work, the artist's body of achievement, and their potential for presenting a successful Artist of the Year exhibition.
After reviewing all portfolios, please rank your selections according to the committee guidelines. Your thoughtful evaluation is greatly appreciated and helps ensure a fair and meaningful selection process.
Thank you for your time, expertise, and support of the artists and the mission of the San Antonio Art League & Museum.
You may review the portfolios online, download them to your computer, or print them for easier comparison and discussion. As you review the submissions, please consider the quality and consistency of the work, the artist's body of achievement, and their potential for presenting a successful Artist of the Year exhibition.
After reviewing all portfolios, please rank your selections according to the committee guidelines. Your thoughtful evaluation is greatly appreciated and helps ensure a fair and meaningful selection process.
Thank you for your time, expertise, and support of the artists and the mission of the San Antonio Art League & Museum.
SAALM Artist of the Year 2027 Candidates
- Carmen Cartiness Johnson — Nominated by Jane
- Brook Rosser — Nominated by Jane
- Al Rendon — Nominated by Jane
- Anthony Francis — Nominated by Barbara
- Kim Bishop — Nominated by Barbara
- Norma Jean Moore — Nominated by Barbara
- Benjamin Heath McVey — Nominated by Andrea
- Lorraine Shirkus — Nominated by Andrea
- Nancy Wood — Nominated by Stefani
- Leigh Anne Lester — Nominated by Stefani
- Lenise Perez-Miller — Nominated by Lyn
- Pam Slocum — Nominated by Lyn
- Octavio Quintanilla — Nominated by Ilna
- Jesus Toro Martinez — Nominated by Ilna
- Rex Hausman — Nominated by Ilna
- Ben Ortiz — Nominated by Shea
- Sheila Swanson — Nominated by Shea
- Jacinto Guevara — Nominated by Alston
- Shelby Criswell — Nominated by Alston
- Miki Rodriguez — Nominated by Alston