March 2 & 3 
Sarasota, Florida
Ken Thompson Park, City Island
10am-5pm
125 Exhibitors
APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR JURY: February 15. (You must apply before February 15 to qualify for awards.)
Artist Booth Fee $175, Application Fee $35
When & Where...
The event runs on Saturday and Sunday, March 2 & 3, from 10am-5pm. There is a $5 admission fee for adults and children, 12 and under, are free. This entrance fee allows festival guests free admission to the Save Our Seabirds Center and a $5 discount on admission to Mote Marine Aquarium on the days of the show.
Prizes & Awards...
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Lauren Ireland, Ringling College of Art & Design 2002
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Although wildlife art will be given precedence, other art will be considered for inclusion in the show and for awards. Volunteers from Sarasota's Ringling College of Art + Design will jury and judge the show. There will be $3,000 in prizes awarded.
About The Festival
This unique double event is scheduled for the first weekend in March, 2013. Focusing on artistry and community enrichment, the event is a juried fine art exhibition showcasing wildlife artists, painters, sculptors, photographers, jewelers and fine craftsmen; paired with a wildlife and environ-mental educational symposium. There will be on site food available and free tours of Save Our Seabirds Wild Bird Center throughout the two days.
The festival will be marketed through print media and other promotional activities to the Sarasota, Lido Key and Longboat Key area which is one of the most affluent markets in Southwest Florida. Artist will have easy loading access with parking nearby.
Several non-profit organizations are presenting the event including The Rotary Club of Sarasota and Save Our Seabirds. Proceeds from the show will benefit the Ro
tary Club of Sarasota Foundation, providing service projects and grants to local charities, and Save Our Seabirds, Inc.
Wildlife Symposium
Throughout the two-day event there will be a series of speakers discussing various topics from wildlife photography to environmental conditions in South West Florida.
Application Information
Visit www.sarasotawildlifefest.com for application information. Apply online or download application.
Contact: rgaglio11@gmail.com or call 941-840-1193
Sponsors
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Comments
I have met the promoter a couple of times; he's been visiting wildlife artists to promote the show. I'm already booked or I would give it a try. Something different!