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October 27, 2012

Classic Southern event attracts best wildlife artists

Staff report CNHI

THOMASVILLE —  With its solidly built reputation for providing outstanding southern hospitality and access to works by premier sporting and wildlife artists, the Plantation Wildlife Arts Festival (PWAF) has become one of the largest and most recognized wildlife art shows in the country.  This year 65 of the nation’s top wildlife painters, sculptors, carvers, photographers, jewelers, and master crafters will showcase their work during the festival, Nov. 16-18 at the Thomasville Center for the Arts, formerly known as the Thomasville Cultural Center.

Excited about celebrating its 17th year, PWAF Festival Chair,Gates Kirkham said, “The festival is a true art experience that can only be found in Thomasville. There is no better place to acquire original works of wildlife art or meet nationally known artists.  Also, it’s a great family outing, with activities and art that will interest all ages. More importantly, the proceeds of this art show and sale go to benefit art education programs at the Thomasville Center for the Arts.”

Held inside the center’s 40,000 square foot building and on the grounds, the Plantation Wildlife Arts Festival attracts wildlife and sporting enthusiasts from across the country, most of whom return each year to enjoy the art and the festival’s special events.

This year’s featured painter is Lou Pasqua of Pittsburgh, Penn., known for his beautiful depictions of fine bird dogs such as English Setters, Brittany Spaniels and Pointers. Pasqua’s work has appeared on the covers of Gray’s Sporting Journal, Field Trial Magazine, The Upland Almanac, as well as several other sporting magazines.

See Sunday's edition for more details.

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