Jessica Martinez wins Best of Show at Mosaics Fine Art Festival

The Mosaics Fine Art Festival has named Jessica Martinez of Washington, Missouri, as the 2026 Best of Show winner during its 31st annual event in St. Charles, Missouri. Martinez was selected from a group of nearly 70 juried artists representing more than 15 states, earning a $1,000 cash prize for her oil and acrylic artwork.

Festival president Denise Wulff noted that Martinez’s work was distinguished by “exceptional technical skill, thoughtful use of color and compelling artistic vision.”

In addition to the top honor, eight artists received Awards of Recognition and $500 prizes. Recipients included Chris Abigt, Larry Drake, Justin Leszcz, Tatyana Robberts, Byron Rogers, Steven Ryan, Steve Springmeyer, and Suzanne Woolf.