Islamorada Art Festival at Island Fest
Founders Park, Islamorada
April 10-11, 2010 — 10am to 5pm

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FOUNDERS PARK WELCOMES CELEBRATED ARTISTS

Right now artists from all across the country are gearing up for the art event of the season! The 19 th Annual Florida Keys Island Fest is coming to Founders Park on Saturday and Sunday, April 10 & 11, with an artistic line up unlike any other you’ll see in the Keys! From jewelry and sculptures to watercolors and wood working, this event satisfies every artistic craving. Festival coordinators searched high and low to bring you the best of the best for this truly unique fine art affair. Fine art and crafts, live music, kid’s activities, mouth-watering food and so much more are waiting for you at this year’s Island Fest.

The new and wildly popular tradition of a commemorative festival poster will once again be featured at this year’s event. The 6th Annual Islamorada Poster was created especially for Island Fest by local artist Kathy Clements. A self-taught watercolorist, Kathy is a member of the Florida Keys Council of the Arts and the recipient of the People’s Choice Award and First Prize at the 2010 Purple Isle Arts Guild Art Show.

In this year’s poster, Kathy beautifully captures the essence of Florida flat fishing, an experience truly characteristic of life in the Keys. Stop by the Chamber of Commerce’s booth to meet Kathy in person and get your Islamorada Poster or festival T-shirt signed by the artist herself! Previous Island Fest posters will also be available, so collect them all!

Island Fest is also pleased to showcase renowned artist April Davis, whose large scale paintings and panoramic landscapes have made her a favorite among festival-goers. Her art can be seen in many galleries and private collections, as well as in top-ranked art festivals throughout Florida. April says she thrives off the personal connections that come from exhibiting in such events, and she’s excited to once again be a part of Island Fest. "I strive to create a sense of peace and stillness in my work and life. Nowhere else in Florida do I feel that more than in Islamorada and the Florida Keys."

Another exciting exhibit is that of wildlife and landscape artist, Mark Johnson. Drawing since the age of 8, Mark is inspired by the outdoors and his love of fishing. He is said to be able to perfectly capture the “real life essence” of his subjects. Mark’s ability to bring to life Florida’s marine life and seascapes has earned him a devoted following and a coveted spot at Island Fest.

Don’t miss these and many other talented artists and crafters at the 19 th Annual Florida Keys Island Fest on Saturday and Sunday, April 10 & 11. For art, music, food and fun, come to Founder’s Park, MM 87 Bayside, from 10 am to 5 pm daily. Admission is free! For more information, call the Islamorada Chamber of Commerce at (305) 664-4503. See you at the fair!

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