Mgroup Sponsors Successful Inaugural CLICKS photography exhibition

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McKinney, Texas, United States of America (Free-Press-Release.com) September 9, 2010 -- Mgroup Sponsors Successful Inaugural CLICKS photography exhibition
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Mgroup Design sponsored and hosted the inaugural CLICKS photography exhibition from August 20th-22nd. The exhibition was held in Mgroup Studio located in McKinney's historic Cotton Mill. The exhibition consisted of 45 entries from professional and hobbyist photographers from the DFW area.

"It was an honor to host this show and allow these artists who have never had the chance to finally share their creativity and gifting with the public," cited Misty Wiebold, owner of Mgroup Design. "We look forward to consistently hosting these types of exhibitions on a consistent basis."

The exhibition culminated with an Awards Reception with Best of Show being awarded to 23-year-old Sarah Calk of McKinney, Texas. Her print entitled "What It Is To Feel" not only received the
$250 grand prize award but also received The People's Choice Award as voted by the viewing public.

Ms. Calk, who works for a local McKinney Starbucks as a barista, is a self-taught photographer who is extremely passionate about horses and capturing their strength and beauty through her camera lens.

"This piece (What It Is To Feel) has all the beauty and mystery that inspires and enamors us about the natural world. Calk's seductive use of light and attention to detail is what makes this image not a good but a gorgeous photograph," stated Twyla Bloxham, The Arts Institute of Dallas professor who served as the juror for the CLICKS photography exhibition.

Other artists receiving awards were:

Representational Category:

Keith Blandford of McKinney - 1st Place

Steven Hacker of Fairview - 2nd Place

Landmarks Category:

Todd Landry of Dallas - 1st Place

Gary Dean of McKinney - 2nd Place

David Forehand of Plano - 3rd Place

Interpretive Category:

Aimee Wilson of Plano - 1st Place

Ryan Tadeo of Frisco - 2nd Place

Terry Casey, owner and developer of the Cotton Mill, awarded all participating photographers with time to return to the Cotton Mill property for a future photography session.

CLICKS opened Friday, Aug. 20 and ran through Sunday, Aug. 22. According to exhibition management, the show was very well attended due to publicity extended by K.E.R.A. television, online media and word of mouth by those participating in the show.

"All in all, this being the first CLICKS exhibition, I would definitely rate it a success," commented Misty Wiebold. "We want to continue to host CLICKS in an attempt to build community interest in the art of photography and provide the opportunity for artist's to share their work."

"I thought it was very nice and I enjoyed being a part of it!" stated Pamela Milogradov of Frisco.

The next CLICKS photography exhibition is currently in the works and is slated for later this fall.

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