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Wide Array of Eclectic Art & Finest Artists in the Country Featured This Weekend at Arlington Festival of the Arts

Explore the original artwork, meet the artists enjoy the live music and register to win the free art giveaway this weekend.

Clarendon Welcomes Back the Arlington Festival of the Arts This Weekend

The 3rd Annual Arlington Festival of the Arts returns with an explosion of color, an abundance of talent and a myriad of artistic media. This two-day art show, produced by Howard Alan Events and hosted by the Clarendon Alliance, features the finest artists from around the country including exceptional local talent, as well as new and emerging artists.

Bold and vibrant paintings, contemporary and whimsical art, life-size sculptures, photography and jewelry are among the many original works of art that will be on display and for sale, transforming Highland Street in Clarendon, into an outdoor eclectic art gallery. A free art giveaway will feature the work of award-winning artist Joyce Stratton, www.joycestratton.com. No purchase will be necessary to register for the giveaway.

The artists are juried by an independent panel of expert judges and hand-selected from hundreds of applicants based on quality and diversity. All of the artwork is original and handmade. All of the exhibitors will be on site for the duration of the show and festival patrons are encouraged to engage the artists as they explore the exhibits. The prices are set to suit all budgets and will range from as low as $25 up to $30,000. The wide array of art will appeal to collectors and art enthusiasts as well as those looking for unique and affordable gift items.

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Event sponsor, Renewal by Anderson, encourages homeowners to register to win for a beautiful photograph titled “Pedal Home” by Bill Schafer. There is no fee required to participate in the giveaway and the lucky winner will be selected on Sept 30th, 2015 and notified via phone or email. Additional details will be available at the Renewal by Anderson booth.

For additional information on the 3rd Annual Arlington Festival of the Arts and other Howard Alan Events art and craft shows across the country, visit www.artfestival.com or call 561-746-6615.

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