The festival known for being an advocate of bringing top-notch music and art to the community has a track record of providing experiences and opportunities to local students. However, this is the first scholarship that the Pawleys Island Festival of Music and Art has ever endorsed.

In September 2010, the festival opened the “Remembering Kathy Metts Exhibit” at the Cheryl Newby Gallery, which showcased the original works of the dedicated artist. Now, the festival has established this scholarship in Metts’ honor. “Kathy’s paintings reflect an excitement for life and family, and I can’t think of a better way to honor her than through this scholarship,” said Delores Blount, Executive Director.

The Kathryn Bryan Metts Scholarship is only available to upper-level (junior, senior or graduate) students who are specializing in painting and drawing at a post-secondary institution. They must also be a native or present resident of Georgetown County, SC or Alamance County, NC.

The deadline to apply for the Kathryn Bryan Metts Scholarship is 5:00 PM, Friday, June 15, 2012.

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Only original artwork submitted by the artist or artist’s representative will be accepted for this competition. Artists can submit two entries, but artwork must not have been previously exhibited in any Horry or Georgetown County or City program.

“This year, we decided to accept all graphic media forms. Artists can choose from paint, markers, photography, digital art, crayons, and chalk. We can’t wait to see what everyone comes up with to commemorate our 22nd annual festival,” said Delores Blount, Director of the Pawleys Island Festival of Music and Art.

A panel of arts professionals will make the final selection based on specifications, design and marketability. The winning image will be produced as the cover for the Pawleys Island Festival of Music and Art’s program books and will also be produced as the festival poster. The winning image, an original signed by the artist, will be auctioned at the 13th Annual Pawleys Island Wine Gala, with all proceeds going to the Pawleys Island Festival of Music and Art.

In addition to the $300 cash prize, the winning artist will receive two all access passes to the festival, 10 posters and national recognition via publicity surrounding the 22nd annual event.

For additional information, please call 843-626-8911.

The next event takes place on Saturday • March 24th, 2012

Contact Delores Blount for more info.
Call: 843-626-8911
Email: dblount@strandmedia.com

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Treat yourself to a special evening with A Culinary Symphony. This event pairs talented volunteer chefs with gracious hosts in some of the most beautiful and interesting homes in the Lowcountry of Georgetown County.

The Wearable Art Luncheon is all about fashion, food, fun, and shopping! A strolling fashion show will feature the hot new trends as well as wearable art and jewelry from local artists. You can shop for unique art, jewelry, hats, scarves and fabulous gifts in the silent auction. A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit the Kathy B. Metts Visual Arts Scholarship and the Pawleys Island Festival of Music and Art.

Please let us know if you are interested in participating in this special event this year. Ticket prices will soon be announced, and include admission to the Pawleys Island Wine Gala held on Friday evening, September 23rd.

Sample nearly 70 wines from renowned vineyards around the world and enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres. The evening will also include a three hour dessert tasting, a silent auction full of wonderful trips, live entertainment, a complimentary wine glass and valet parking. Wines will be available for purchase at prices well below retail during this special event. Casual cocktail attire. Event held rain or shine.

The Wine Gala is a benefit for The Pawleys Island Festival of Music and Art.

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More than just wine…

Dessert Tasting

The Dessert Tasting will be held 7:00 to 10:00 pm

Back by popular demand…
A complimentary three hour Dessert Tasting
is being provided by Pawleys Island Bakery.

A perfect compliment to a great evening!

Silent Auction

The auction will end promptly at 9:45 pm

Unbelievable travel packages, many include air fare, to check out:

• A Perfect Wine Region Escape to Sonoma
• A Top Gun Experience as a Fighter Pilot
• Sweeping Vista of the Caribbean in St. Thomas
• A Medieval and Modern Scottish Retreat to Edinburgh, Scotland
• Old World Elegance at the Casa Marina in Key West
• A Napa VIP Tour for 4 people
• Accommodations in Telluride for 8
• La Cusinga Eco Lodge in Costa Rica
• A Private Villa in Tuscany for 8

Other items auction items include:

• Autographed Guitars, Albums, Drumhead and Photo
• Original Festival Poster Art by Jerry Peel
• Overnight accommodations and a round of golf for 4 at Musgrove Mill
• 2 tickets for the Bonnie Raitt concert to include a private cocktail and after party with the artist
• A five course wine dinner for eight people at Perrone’s including wine provided by Global Wines
• A wine dinner catered by Jim Bindner for six people at your home
• A five course wine dinner for eight people in the elegant, private “Wine Room” at Travinia Italian Kitchen
• A full day deep sea fishing excursion on “The Mahi Magic” for four people provided by Joel Barrineau

Something for everyone!

The Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art is honored to offer a workshop for all participants to be held Saturday, October 1, presented by professional Street Painter and Pastel Illustrator, Lee Jones. Seen below are a few samples of Lee Jones’ street paintings. View more artwork on her website, chalk-it-up.com.

Participate in this year’s Chalk Walk and register today for Chalk Under the Oaks 2011.

Participants are:

• Cheryl Newby Gallery
• The Boyle Gallery
• Ebb & Flow Art Co-Op
• Georgetown Art Gallery
• Gray Man Gallery
• Island Art Gallery
• Pawleys Island Lifestyles
• Prince George Gallery
• Rice Museum
• Seacoast Artist Guild