Meet Our Jurors

Gregory Porcaro is Professor of Art and the Area Head of the Painting program at the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater. He began teaching at UWW in the fall of 2001. He has taught courses in Painting and Drawing, including Foundations 2-Dimensional Design and Special Topics courses of Plate and Stone Lithography. Recently he was the recipient of the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater Excellence in Faculty Service Award in 2024.

Porcaro’s creative research practice includes both painting (traditional and digital) and printmaking. He has exhibited works in numerous solo exhibitions as well as adjudicated international, national and regional exhibitions.

Frank Juárez is an award-winning art educator, curator, and arts writer based in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Known for his commitment to elevating contemporary art and supporting Wisconsin artists, Juárez has spearheaded numerous initiatives, including the Midwest Artist Studios Project and the 365 Artists 365 Days Project. In addition to his roles as publisher of Artdose magazine and editor-in-chief of SchoolArts magazine, Juárez has curated exhibitions and juried art shows throughout the Midwest. His dedication to art education and advocacy has earned him numerous accolades, making him a pivotal figure in Wisconsin’s art community.

Juárez is the art department chair at Sheboygan North High School, publisher of Artdose magazine, and editor-in-chief of SchoolArts magazine.