With the completion of renovations at Veteran's Community Park at 901 Park Ave, a new fine art and craft show is coming to Marco Island, February 18-19 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. Admission is FREE to the public. Featuring painters, wood workers, quirky yard art, jewelry, bath and body products, hand painted beachy eco bags, pottery, skincare, fine metal smiths, sea glass artists and so many other refreshing creations. Come out to support artisans and find the perfect new wall art, functional art or tourist take home treasures. Blue Ribbon Events have become very popular with the locals for offering unusual and handcrafted items.

Digital artist Bud Noffsinger has an environmental economics background and it shows through his masterpieces. Bud strives to capture the delicate balance between humans and wildlife, while also highlighting the impact that development and climate change may have on our natural habitats. His subjects range from majestic creatures and pristine beaches to leisure activities like sailing vessels and fishing. His goal is to show reverence for nature in all its forms. NFT's are available from Budd and are included with all commissioned pieces.

What gal doesn't love jewelry? Choose that perfect final touch to any outfit with a variety of talented jewelers. Trained metalsmith Marti Johnson works with silver and 14K filled metal sheet cut, dapped, forged, soldered and finished with wire brush and patina to create contemporary works of art that explore geometrics and spatial relationships. Heather and Tad will return to Marco Island again with breathtaking Larimar and other unique stunning statement pieces. Arthur Raguaskas creates jewelry that appeals to a variety of women, as well as creating versatile, modern pieces with a bold hint of individuality that can transition from everyday wear into a special event night.

Are you looking for that perfect sculpture to finish off a room? Latin American sculptor Luis Amador works of art encompass a wide range of media and reveals a rich and varied source of inspiration from nature in purified form. Luis concentrates his talents on the perfect combination of wood, aluminum, resin and pewter that characterize his decorative designs. He has a well-balanced mix of contemporary and modern styles to accommodate any room.

Floridian and retired postal worker Randy Brooks creates eco art sculptures upcycled from Cypress. Birds, fish, turtles and sharks come alive in 3D art that pops off the wall. Jesse Alfonso upcycles antiques, junk and wood into quirky fish with individual personalities.

Applications are still being accepted for all events and may be obtained at www.daniellesblueribbonevents.com.

There is something available in all price ranges to accommodate anyone's budget. Come for the art, stay for the fun!

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