"It is a bold composition. The figures give scale to the massive bridge and the limited use of color adds drama and mood. By suggesting rather than over-defining his details, Masi invites the view to enter the painting so the can hear the sounds and smell the smells."
John Salminen
Richeson 75: Landscape & Exteriors Judge
Awards
Best In Show – $3000 cash : Antonio Masi, Under the Bridge.
1st Place Oil – $1000 Richeson merchandise : Marci Oleszkiewicz, Logan Square.
2nd Place Oil – $500 Richeson merchandise: Taha Benadada, Teotouan's Terrace
1st Place Pastel/Dry Media – $1000 Richeson merchandise: Christine Ivers, Empty Bed.
2nd Place Pastel/Dry Media – $500 Richeson merchandise: Frederic Somers, Crowned Twilight Waters
1st Place Water Media – $1000 Richeson merchandise: Paul Jackson, Cross Town Traffic
2nd Place Water Media – $500 Richeson merchandise: Keiko Tanabe, Journey Home
People’s Choice – $100 Richeson merchandise: Liz Haywood Smith, Bright of Day
Still 
Life