Jordan Herregraven, last year’s winner in the Painting category, confesses he was a little nervous before the jury members’ visit. “The nomination came as a surprise,” he says. “It was really exciting. The support and exposure that went with the nomination was inspiring and very valuable.” Winning was a surprise as well. “I had a good feeling but hadn’t really prepared a speech, and being on stage, having to say something is pretty nerve wracking, so I kept it short and sweet. But, yes, it was a great moment.”
