St. Armands Art Festival Celebrates 25th Anniversary This Fall

St. Armands Art Festival returns with two full days of art, live music, and a free giveaway in honor of its 25th anniversary. This signature, nationally ranked juried outdoor art affair is scheduled for November 9 - 10, 2013. Festival promoter Howard Alan Events has produced this popular show for the past 25 years drawing the finest talent in the country and attracting locals and tourists alike who look forward to the vast array of original artwork on display and for sale. A portion of the proceeds benefits the St. Armands Circle Association. Admission is free and open to the public.

"We are thrilled to reach this milestone," says festival promoter Howard Alan. "We have been bringing the best and brightest artists to St. Armands for the past 25 years, making sure the show offers a wide range of unique handmade artwork; I believe that is the key to our success and the show's longevity."

An Art Giveaway will give festival patrons an opportunity to win original artwork by participating artist Murf. The prize, a 32" x 36" framed, hand embellished Giclée of "When the Moon Was High," valued at $900, will be on display at his booth throughout the weekend where registration will also take place. Murf's multi-dimensional mixed media pieces are popular in the U.S. and abroad. His designs have been added to the collections of famous jazz musicians and other public figures, including David Sanborn, Richard Elliot, Kenny Rankin, Dave Koz and President Clinton. Murf's work can also be seen in prominent galleries and exhibitions across the country. Additional information and images of his work can be found on his website, www.artofmurf.com. The winning ticket will be drawn at 4:00 pm on Sunday. No purchase is necessary to participate in this giveaway.

CircuSoul Yoga Studio will be on site, located at the center of the park, presenting the art of yoga. They will be doing demonstrations on their aerial yoga rig, as well as hosting yoga and meditation sessions throughout the day. Information about the Yoga Studio can be found on their website, www.circusoul.com.

The festival features more than 200 of the nation's leading artists as well as top local and regional talent with their finest work. The artistic media represented include paintings, life size sculpture, photography, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, mixed media and ceramics with prices ranging from $25 hand-designed earrings to $30,000 metal sculptures. The artists will line St. Armands Circle as well as South Boulevard of the Presidents with their professional display booths, transforming this popular shopping and dining destination into a first-class outdoor art gallery.

The artists, juried by an independent panel of expert judges and hand-selected from hundreds of applicants based on quality and diversity, will be present for the duration of the festival, available to discuss their art and inspiration. The event appeals to families, art enthusiasts and buyers looking to add to their collections.

Howard Alan Events produces two highly popular first-rate art festivals at St. Armands Circle each year in November and January. These shows are consistently ranked among the top 100 fine art shows in the country by Sunshine Artist, the nation's leading publication for art and craft shows.

Festival At - A - Glance:
· Juried outdoor art showcase
· Ranked among top 100 fine art shows in the country by Sunshine Artist magazine
· Original Art - Handmade in America
· 200 artists from 30 different states
· Prices set to suit all budgets - ranging from as little as $25 to $30,000
· Artists hand-selected by independent panel of expert judges from hundreds of applicants
· All artists on site for duration of festival
· Vast array of artistic media including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, glass, wood, handmade jewelry, collage, mixed media
· Live Music
· Free Art Giveaway

What: 25th Anniversary St. Armands Art Festival
When: November 9 - 10, Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Where: St. Armands Circle in Sarasota - Navigational address: 411 St. Armands Circle, Sarasota, FL 34236

Why: To Support the Arts and Local Economy

Admission: Free and open to the public

Website: www.artfestival.com
Contact Information: info@artfestival.com or 561-746-6615