2024 Preservation is the Art of the City Winners

Each year, Preservation is the Art of the City brings together talented artists whose works celebrate the beauty and history of Fort Worth. This year’s show featured a remarkable collection of art, demonstrating the depth of local talent while highlighting the importance of preserving our city’s unique character. We are proud to announce the winners from this year’s event, individuals who have not only created stunning works but also contributed to the cultural preservation of our community through their artistry. Their contributions help ensure that Fort Worth’s rich heritage remains vibrant for future generations. A portion of the proceeds of the event benefit Historic Fort Worth, Inc. 

Daniela Garcia for “Untitled #4”
“Untitled #4” Daniela Garcia

Judith Singer Cohen Artist Award

In memory of Donald M. Cohen, MD and Blanche McVeigh
Presented by Judy’s grandsons: Jeffrey and Kevin Berk

Daniela Garcia for Untitled #4

Daniela Garcia, Jerry Berk and Cara Kennemer
Daniela Garcia, Jerry Berk and Cara Kennemer Photography by Bruce E Maxwell.
Contemplation in the Middle David Gibson
"Contemplation in the Middle" David Gibson

Elton M. Hyder, Jr. Charitable & Educational Fund, Inc. Artist Award

In memory of Cynthia Brants 
Presented by: Charley Hyder

David Gibson for Contemplation in the Middle

Charley Hyder, David Gibson, Cara Kennemer
Charley Hyder, David Gibson, Cara Kennemer Photography by Bruce E Maxwell.
Small Steps Donny Spencer
"Small Steps" Donny Spencer

Gail and Bill Landreth Family Artist Award

In memory of Gene Owen 
Presented by: Gail Landreth

Donny Spencer for Small Steps

Gail Landreth, Donny Spencer , Cara Kennemer
Gail Landreth, Donny Spencer, Cara Kennemer Photography by Bruce E Maxwell.
Peaches Carol Dial
"Peaches" Carol Dial

Lisa & Bruce Lowry Artist Award

In memory of Bill Bomar 
Presented by: John Roberts

Carol Dial for Peaches

John Roberts, Carol Dial, Cara Kennemer
John Roberts, Carol Dial, Cara Kennemer Photography by Bruce E Maxwell.
Day Sleeper Wes Coke
"Day Sleeper" Wes Coke

Sam & Priscilla McCall Artist Award

In memory of David Brownlow 
Presented by: Alyssa Banta

Wes Coke for Day Sleeper

Alyssa Banta, Wes Coke, Cara Kennemer
Alyssa Banta, Wes Coke, Cara Kennemer Photography by Bruce E Maxwell.
Unfolding Infinity Julian George
"Unfolding Infinity" Julian George

Murrin Family Artist Award

In memory of Lia Cuilty
Presented by: Joe T. Dulle

Julian George for Unfolding Infinity

Joe T. Dulle, Julian George and Cara Kennemer
Joe T. Dulle, Julian George and Cara Kennemer Photography by Bruce E Maxwell.
Cheryl Lovett for “Tranquility”
“Tranquility” Cheryl Lovett

Thistlethwaite Family Artist Award

In memory of McKie Trotter
Presented by: Randi and Mark Thistlethwaite

Cheryl Lovett for Tranquility

Randi Thistlethwaite, Cheryl Lovett, Mark Thistlethwaite and Cara Kennemer
Randi Thistlethwaite, Cheryl Lovett, Mark Thistlethwaite and Cara Kennemer Photography by Bruce E Maxwell.
Fall Bouquet Elena Nosyreva
"Fall Bouquet" Elena Nosyreva

Tracy Family Artist Award

In memory of Emily Guthrie Smith
Presented by: David Tracy

Elena Nosyreva for Fall Bouquet

David Tracy, Elena Nosyreva, Cara Kennemer
David Tracy, Elena Nosyreva, Cara Kennemer Photography by Bruce E Maxwell.
Billy Hassell "Rookery, High Island"
Billy Hassell "Rookery, High Island"

Suzy Williams Artist Award

In memory of Murray P. Bewley

Presented by: Susy Williams

Billy Hassell for Rookery, High Island

Suzy Williams, Billy Hassell, Cara Kennemer
Suzy Williams, Billy Hassell, Cara Kennemer Photography by Bruce E Maxwell.

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