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Juried Exhibit Opens at Arts Center to Rave Reviews

Juried Exhibit Opens at Arts Center to Rave Reviews

Maureen Landress

Saturday November 6th, an artists' reception marked the opening of a special exhibit at the local Arts Center. The juried show's theme was a tribute to the 75th Anniversary of the Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge and the 25th anniversary of the Lower Suwannee Wildlife Refuge. All of the works exhibited depicted the flora and fauna of the refuges.

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"Single Iris" by Carol Pattillo


Refuge Manager Ken Litzenberger, and Ranger Pam Darty were thrilled to see the number of artists who had participated. Arts Center member Bob Witman, who emceed the event, spoke of the scenic beauty of the refuges and the fact that they are an "extremely valuable resource" to this community and the State as a whole.

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"Fragile Florida" by Dolores Witt


Judging the exhibit was renowned wildlife specialist Lovett Williams. Mr. Williams said it was a difficult decision to pick the winners, as the scope of both the talent and style of the participating artists was phenomenal. In making his decision the most important factor was adherence to the theme of the show; portrayal of the wildlife refuges.

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"North Key Shore" by Bill Roberts

The winners were:

Terry Hitt – Outstanding in any Category - for his panoramic photograph "Avocet Feeding".


Kathleen Pedaeira – Best of Show – for her stunning photograph of a nesting egret titled "Majestic Mama".


Sandy Heckler – Best Depiction of the Lower Suwannee – for her reflective photograph "Little Blue Heron".


Anne Welch – Best Landscape – for her spectacular painting of "Smuggler's Pass".


Dolores Witt – Best Painting" for her superb work titled "Fragile Florida".

Rounding out the evening was a musical performance, featuring an original song about Cedar Key, by composer/lyricist Larry Whitler. Larry is part of a duo known as "Robin and the Giant", who perform children's programs around Florida. (Visit their website to hear their music at www.robinandthegiant.net)

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Larry Whitler aka The Giant


The Wildlife Refuges Exhibit will run through the month of November and is open to the public. The Arts Center Gallery is located above the Keyhole Shop on 2nd Street.

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"Smugglers Pass" by Anne Welch

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