VIEW GALLERY ART Helene Pappas Helene Pappas is a Watercolorist who enjoys its qualities, vast techniques, and making hand-made or manipulated papers to create texture and color to her creations. Mixed media offers exciting extensions of creativity and broadening a concept to enhance and define the subject matter via inks, pastels, pencils, or other mediums. Discovering, investigating new techniques is fun, and rewarding when enhancing a creative work! Influenced by a creative family, attending museums, art events, traveling, mingling with diverse cultures, visiting local cultural centers or off-road adventures, B.A. Design from U.C.L.A. and studying with artists Ande Lau Chen and Ilana Block have impelled Helene’s desire for artistic expressions via painting, dress design, interior design, and gardening. The elements of water or ocean themes are key components in her visions and expressed via jellyfish collages and ocean interpretations. A resident of the Florida Panhandle, Helene continues to experiment, execute her creative endeavors, and actively connects with the local arts scene while accessing the richness of the community. https://www.helenepappas.com/

VIEW GALLERY ART CAA Member Exhibit 331 Bay Sunset | Acrylic | 24 x 20 $1,250.00 A Good Book | Acrylic | 30 x 40 $2,300.00 A Penny Thought | Acrylic | 12 x 12 $255.00 A Sunset Palette | Watercolor | 20 x 26 $395.00 Abalone Waters | Acrylic | 30 x 40 $1,200.00 Abstract #22 | Acrylic Mixed Media | 18 x 18 $460.00 Ashton I | Acrylic & Spray Paint | 30 x 30 $1,125.00 Ashton II | Acrylic & Spray Paint | 30 x 30 $1,125.00 Blooming | Acrylic | 20 x 24 $425.00 Breaking Out | Acrylic | 24 x 30 $325.00 Cloud Illusions | Acrylic Mixed Media | 16 x 40 $1,100.00 Deep Blue | Acrylic | 40 x 30 $1,650.00 Betsy has always been an artist. Her creativity has taken on many forms over the years in fashion, tablescapes, floral design, and Interior Design. Betsy studies under Master artist Bob Tompkins. She has also studied under Master Artists Roger Dale Brown and Stephanie Birdsall. Betsy is a member of Mississippi Oil Painters Association, Oil Painters of America, and The Cultural Arts Alliance ARTIST WEBSITE

PLEIN AIR: A SPECIAL EXHIBITION This CAA Member Artist special exhibit can be viewed online as well as in-person at the CAA's Foster Gallery in Grand Boulevard Town Center May 16th - July 10th. All works are available for purchase.

VIEW GALLERY ART Donnelle Clark An artist for more than 35 years, Donnelle currently teaches several times a year at the Cultural Art Alliance Bayou Arts Center in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Donnelle was born and raised in Atlanta, GA and later moved to Birmingham, AL where she raised a family, helped run the family business and painted at a teaching art gallery. She later gained ownership of the gallery and renamed it Gallery 3. She taught art there for five years exhibiting her own work alongside that of her students. She moved to her home in Seagrove Beach, FL in 2003. Presently, Donnelle lives in Seacrest, FL along scenic highway 30A and paints daily at her “Seabreeze Studio”. My creative expression is my paintings. I consider myself an Intuitive abstract painter who loves texture and often adds collage papers for interest. As I create my art, I seek for each painting to obtain a voice of its own. My artwork features contemporary compositions and content. I use Goldens’ rich acrylic paints, Caran d’Ache crayons, oil pastels and inks. I build my texture in my underpainting with professional brand gesso, molding paste, papers and layers of paint. I like to do a fast sketch and start painting with the add and take away method expecting the unexpected. I use my hands and a cloth to add the finishing touches to transform the surface of my work, I love to paint and I want those that view my paintings to feel the passion and love that I put into my artwork. I thank God for blessing me with a talented and curious mind and for filling my heart, at a young age, with a love for drawing and painting. https://www.donnelle.com/

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Artist + Family YOUR MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS ARTIST + FAMILY $175 All benefits of the Artist member level for two (2) people in the same household Two (2) artist member names, short bios, photos of work, and links to websites included in Artist Directory on CAA website (must be provided by artist ) Two (2) artist listings in #ArtMatters Publication/CAA Annual Report + featured social media post Access to Artist Members-Only calls and invitations Invitation for two (2) to Members-Only events including 30A Songwriters Festival Members-Only Concert & more (reservation required) 10% discount for up to two (2) 30A Songwriters Festival general admission weekend passes Special member pricing on most CAA classes and workshops PURCHASE MEMBERSHIP BACK TO PLANS

Art Month Art Month South Walton Art Month South Walton is an initiative of the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County with the purpose to bring communities, organizations and businesses together to present quality arts and entertainment to the community. Spanning the month of May, Art Month will feature visual, performing, and literary arts programming in diverse formats and in various venues throughout South Walton. 2021 Art Month South Walton features events and programs presented in locations throughout Walton County, including the South Walton Street Art Festival , an online Art & More Auction benefiting the CAA, Digital Graffiti at Alys Beach, Arts Night in DeFuniak Springs, Music on Main, performances by the Emerald Coast Theatre Company, and more. We’re accepting applications through April 19 for those interested in participating in the Street Art Festival in three categories including: Artists, Friends and Family teams and School teams. Apply online today ! Scroll to view the official event calendar for Art Month South Walton and get ready to activate your imagination! Art Month South Walton Presenting Sponsor Partners Activities and Events Schedule Coming Soon HYDRA 01/19 - 01/23 HYDRA 01/19 - 01/23 HYDRA 01/19 - 01/23 Frequently Asked Questions What is Art Month? Art Month is an initiative of the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County with the purpose to bring neighborhoods, organizations and businesses together to present quality arts and entertainment to the community. Spanning the month of May, Art Month will feature visual, performing and literary arts programming in diverse formats and in various venues throughout Walton County. Where does Art Month take place? Art Month events happen throughout Walton County. Events can take place in galleries, businesses, restaurants, outdoors, indoors, and in any traditional or non-traditional space – the sky’s the limit. What events are included in Art Month? In its first year, Art Month included Under the Sea - a fundraiser event for the Underwater Water Museum of Art, ArtsQuest – a fine arts show in Grand Boulevard, Digital Graffiti – a projection art festival in Alys Beach, the Longleaf Writers Conference, and more! Our goal is to include all kinds of performing, visual and literary art events, workshops, exhibits, concerts and creative experiences! How can my business or I be included in Art Month? Interested organizations and individuals can submit an event to be included in Art Month. Submissions are accepted year-round, but must be received by the submission deadline each year to be included in the current year’s Art Month. Where should I stay while attending Art Month? Most events have their own lodging partners who usually offer special discounts to those coming into town for Art Month events. How can an artist or organization can be involved? Workshops or classes in gallery or studio Behind the scenes sneak-peak during creation process (painting, theatre, music) Literary readings Talks, tours, panels to discuss creative topics of any kind Film showings Multi-day festivals, events, conferences Public art installation Be creative and come up with a unique idea! We are happy to brainstorm with you! Is there a fee to be included? What are my obligations? There is a nominal fee to be included on the official AMSW event calendar and marketing collateral. We do require that you include the Art Month logo on your event collateral (posters, brochures, postcards, print ads). Logos and brand standards will be supplied to you. What benefit is there for my event to be a part of Art Month? Your event will be promoted on the Cultural Arts Alliance website and in social media campaigns. Additionally, Art Month will be marketed locally, regionally and nationally through digital, print and radio campaigns. You will also be a part of this special community-wide arts initiative. How do I attend an Art Month event? Is there a cost? Some events are free and some are ticketed. Visit each event’s listing on our website for complete details. What if I have more questions? Feel free to send us an email at info@culturalartsalliance.com and we will help in any way we can. Travel Information Flying Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) (850) 763-6751 | www.iflybeaches.com Delta Airlines, Southwest and Southern Airways Express Pensacola Gulf Coast Regional Airport (PNS) (850) 436-5000| www.flypensacola.com AirTran, American Eagle, Continental, Delta Airlines, Northwest Airlines, US Airways Express, United and US Airways Express. Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) (850) 651-7160 | www.flyvps.com American Eagle, Delta, US Airways and United Driving South Walton’s 16 unique beach neighborhoods, which are home to many AMSW events, are located on the northwest gulf coast of Florida between Destin and Panama City, and 25 miles south of I-10 along Emerald Coast Parkway. Major corridors in close proximity to South Walton include: I-65, I-55, I-10 and US Hwy 331. South Walton is bordered on the east by Inlet Beach and on the west by Seascape. Getting here is easy. Rental Car Providers Alamo, Avis, Budget, Hertz, National, Enterprise, and Thrifty Get Involved AMSW Flag Sponsor Be a part of the fun and support this community-wide arts initiative by becoming an Art Week South Walton flag sponsor. The Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County has created beautiful, colorful flags that will fly around South Walton from May 7th until May 21st. For a tax-deductible $100 contribution, the CAA will place a 3’ x 5’, double sided flag bearing the Art Week logo in front of your business, which will show your support of the arts in South Walton AND you’ll receive a 50% discount off the published ad rate for the printed Art Month South Walton program. The deadline to reserve your flag is Friday, April 30, 2021. ORDER NOW AMSW Official Online Calendar Event Galleries, boutiques, bars and restaurants can support this community-wide arts initiative by submitting an event to our official online calendar. Art Month South Walton offers the ideal opportunity for locals and visitors to get an inside look at the diverse and thriving cultural offerings throughout South Walton. Complete the online application by clicking “Submit My Event”. The official online calendar event inclusion fee is $250 for an individual business event and $800 for four or more businesses producing a single, collective event. The fee includes a calendar listing on the Cultural Arts Alliance website, an Art Month South Walton flag placed at your business, 50% off the published ad rate for the printed Art Month South Walton program, as well as promotion via Cultural Arts Alliance social platforms. Event applications accepted through April 7, 2021, space permitting. SUBMIT MY EVENT ArtsQuest Food Vendor Food vendors interested in securing a space for the 2020 ArtsQuest Fine Arts Festival can be prepared to email images of food truck (or booth), high resolution vendor logo, and type of power plug to info@culturalartsalliance.com . Include organization name in the email subject line. Applications accepted through April 3, 2020 . The cost is $350 for a 10 x 10 space. Hours for load-in: Sat 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. Operating Hours: Sat: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sun: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. VENDOR APPLICATION ArtsQuest Volunteers We have a variety of volunteer opportunities for enthusiastic individuals. Click “Volunteer” to learn more and complete the online application. VOLUNTEER APPLICATION Thank You to Our Partners

Sponsorship Opportunities Cultural Arts Alliance PART NERSHIPS are a powerful marketing tool offering a wide range of opportunities to support your company's objectives and to align your business with our excited, receptive, and affluent audience. We have a variety of options available to suit all needs and budget sizes. We can't wait to connect with you to discover how we can collaborate together! Contact Gabby Callaway with questions and to discuss details. FLUTTERBY SPONSORSHIPS ANCHORED IN FREEPORT SPONSORSHIPS

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VIEW GALLERY ART Anthony Heinz May Enveloped by forests of the Pacific Northwest, the majority of my life was spent contemplating nature far away from the tumult of human activity. I developed deep fascination with creativity and artistic elements found within the natural environment. Emerging as a NYC artist amassed a much different experience than my birth (and presently residing) state of Oregon. My life has always been surrounded by art, as that is the lens through which I question reality. I grew up on meal tickets from the Oregon timber industry where my family worked across generations, including myself. Although I knew nothing of institutions, museums or galleries it was my interest in creating that allowed me experience art from a very early age. Within the past decade I have traveled to over 22 states and provinces across the continental US/Canada region to create more than 52 site-specific installations of art in natural, rural and urban areas. My studio is a mobile one; I work nomadically. My artistic path is less a route than a defunct timepiece or divining rod that symbolizes direction without actually offering one. What I find in travel between and since is a natural world in distress everywhere and all at once while challenged by a perversion of reality through artificial realms humans live/acquire life by.

VIEW GALLERY ART Barbara Suhadolnik Barbara Suhadolnik grew up in East Tennessee. From an early age she was interested in art but did not pursue that interest until college. At the University of Tennessee, she majored in Elementary Education with minors in Art Education and Art History. Throughout her career as an Educator, Barbara dabbled with various artistic endeavors, such as stained glass, acrylic painting and ceramics, but didn’t stay with any for very long. After retirement that changed. On a trip to the Destin, FL area in 2015, Barbara and friends took a class in glass shard art from Mary Hong’s studio in Grayton Beach. After that first class, Barbara took several additional classes where she learned to finish her shard art with epoxy resin. Along the way, Barbara became interested in acrylic paint pouring finished with epoxy resin. She studied the process on the internet and found that some artists were carrying paint pouring to the next level by tinting the resin itself four pouring. She was hooked and started creating tinted epoxy resin pours on canvas. It was easy to transfer that process to embellish functional items such as charcuterie boards, trays and coasters using a food safe resin. Barbara says she is having more fun than she has had at any time in her life. She loves what she is doing and is amazed others seem to like what she creates too. She named her hobby Embellished by Barbara Suhadolnik.

Foster Gallery Founded in May 2016, The Foster Gallery is an artist collective led by the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County that features at least a dozen artists on a seasonally rotating basis, along with special exhibits and invitationals throughout the year. Named for the late Susan Foster, founder of the Cultural Arts Alliance and one of the area’s first professional artists and gallery owners, The Foster Gallery also symbolizes the support the CAA strives to provide for artists in our community. Beginning September 16, 2024, the Gallery is temporarily closed until we find a permanent location. In the meantime, we have expanded our partnerships with area businesses to provide spaces for CAA member artists to display and sell their work. These locations include the Coastal Branch Library, Emerald Coast Theatre Company and Point Washington Media Center. Stay tuned for more exhibition opportunities as we continue to add more community collaborators. You can view many of the artworks online from many of our featured local artists! All works shown are available for purchase and searchable by artist name, medium and price. For details, please contact Pam Singh . VIEW ART WORKS Artist Calls Interested in showcasing your work in an upcoming special exhibition? Visit our #ArtMatters News for all Artist Calls.