Virtual and Gallery Exhibit!

Duration: July 1-25

The Cultural Arts Center is Open Friday through Sunday 2pm-4pm. Please wear a mask if you are not fully vaccinated, and refrain from entering the building if you are symptomatic.

Click on each piece of art to view the full image and artist info.

Thank you to Jeff McDonald for Coordinating this show, and the Irvin L. Young Memorial Library for contributing Fran Achen’s work to our show.

Fran Achen Photography Competition 2021

The Whitewater Arts Alliance honors Fran Achen's contribution to Whitewater by sponsoring the Annual Fran Achen Photography Competition and Show. This exhibit features artwork from 23 artists, amateurs and professionals alike, from all age groups, as well as a collection of work from Fran Achen himself. The show is available for viewing at the gallery in the Cultural Arts Center, 402 West Main Street, and virtually at Whitewater Art Alliance’s website from July 1-25. The gallery will be open Fridays through Sundays, 2pm-4pm. Artists and art-advocates of all ages are invited to view the exhibit free of charge. Visitors will be asked to participate in health and safety measures recommended by the CDC for COVID-19, to include wearing a mask if not fully vaccinated.

Jeff McDonald, chair of the show and former Whitewater Arts Alliance board member, said, “The Fran Achen show is truly one of the highlights of the year. Fran Achen was an exceptional photographer and his catalog of images continues to inspire. This show, organized in his honor, is an excellent opportunity to showcase the outstanding work created by both established and aspiring area photographers. I am always excited to see the many ways these artists interpret the world through their images. Viewing each year’s collection is a real treat.” Fran Achen was a longtime Whitewater resident, teacher, and local photographer. He is most remembered for his photographic collection which chronicles the history of Whitewater. You can view more information about Fran Achen and WAA’s annual photo contest HERE.

Viewer Choice Award

The Viewer Choice Award is determined by the show’s attendees, both live in the Cultural Arts Center Gallery and online in the Virtual Show. All votes received by midnight on Saturday, July 24 will be counted toward the award which will be announced on the last day of the show, Sunday, July 25. Look for the “Vote Here” button at the bottom of this page.