Seventy-six artists entered the 43rd Annual Artoberfest Judged Show & Competition this year, for a total of 134 entries. Artists from Mooresville, Cornelius, Huntersville, Charlotte and beyond are showcasing their talent and creativity in this exhibit, which is one of Mooresville Arts most popular and long-standing shows.

Artwork ranges from paintings, drawings, mixed media, pottery, glass and more. Artwork is for sale and art sales directly benefit local artists and Mooresville Arts, a nonprofit art gallery, according to a news release.

This year’s judge, Molly Kennedy, gallery director of Anne Neilson Fine Art in Charlotte, lent her time, keen eye and expertise in viewing the exhibit and selecting the show’s top honors.

Kennedy provided this overall show commentary:

"This was a great

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