2026 Magazine Cover Contest Submissions
Main Street Blacksburg VA
Cora Washburn
A pencil sketch of downtown Blacksburg at the intersection between Roanoke and Main Street created by Cora Washburn. The location was chosen for its unique colors, variety of storefronts and its distinct structures.
Hidden Views Long Forgotten
Graelyn Eustis
A barn stands quietly shadowed by timeless mountains. This artwork was composed of watercolor and hints of colored pencil. I decided on this particular scene in hopes of highlighting the more rustic enchantment that is often overlooked. This piece brings to light the essence of my home town in Montgomery County, and what it used to be, what it should be, and what I hope to see it become once more.
Sound of Wind
Charlie Wachob
I made this piece because I was inspired by our community and how close we are. I think that area showed really how close everything and everyone is as well as how small things make a change in someone's life.
Merissa Sachs - Owner of Logo Hub since 1998, former Christiansburg Town Councilwoman, lover of community.
This watercolor was created using the Love Sign at the Christiansburg Aquatic Center as the focus. It shows innovation over the last 250 years to have such a beautiful facility and modern day Love Sign shimmering in the light like water in the pool.
