Art contest features recycled materials

Creating art out of recycled materials has been occurring for years, but the emphasis on “greening” the arts is getting center stage with the second annual Eco-Art Contest presented by the Summer Festival of the Arts July 10 and 11.

The Eco-Art Contest is designed for artists of any level to submit an art piece made of mostly re-purposed or recycled materials for exhibition during the Arts Festival. Artists must submit a registration form by July 2 and deliver their art piece July 9 between 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

“Star Supply has offered two gift certificates for the winners of the People’s Choice Awards to encourage people to view all of the pieces and choose their favorite,” said Factor.

The event will encourage artists of any skill level or age to create an art piece which will be exhibited during the two-day festival.

Complete rules and regulations for the contest are also available at the website, on Facebook or by calling 330-941-3105.

“Many of our artists utilize recycled materials in the artwork that they sell. In fact, using recycled materials is nothing new,” said Lori A. Factor, assistant director of the Performing Arts Series and festival coordinator. “But, we wanted those casual artists of any skill level who don’t have a chance to exhibit their artwork to participate in this event. Making the Summer Festival “greener” has been a goal and we are glad to offer the chance this year.”

A People’s Choice Award will be given to the artists of the two art pieces that garner the most votes by patrons who attend the Summer Festival of the Arts.