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Are you tired of hearing that everything is different this year? Yeah, me too. And of having to say it. But it is, and Ruston is doing a Peach Fest that reflects that.

“*Dreamlandia III” is one of a series of shots expressing my sort of dark fascination with the swamp, in this case D’Arbonne.* *I say “dark” because the beauty always feels a tad threatening.*

Go here to learn more about this year’s scaled-back festival. I’m going to focus on the art exhibit, organized by North Central Louisiana Arts Council, a dynamic group that schedules great activities in Ruston year-round. As a member, I got invited to the show.

“*Peach Cobbler” is a macro of wild grass gone to seed. You’ve seen my attraction to grass before. What drew me in for this detail were the luscious peachy colors.*

To avoid people crowding into a single space to see what is typically a large show, the artworks are scattered out around town in the storefronts of willing merchants. Thank you, merchants!

I’m sorry I can’t tell you exactly where my pieces are. I haven’t had time to go look! So treat yourself to a stroll around Ruston–as I hope to next week.

“*Scissorhands” comes from a new focus on creating abstracts from the natural, wild environment. Search online for #EarthAbstracts to see more.*

October 18, 2020 Categories: Events

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Holden Harris Author

October 18, 2020 at 3:22 am

It’s unfortunate they scaled the festival back, but I’ll be sure to look out for your artwork!

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bettekauffman Author

October 18, 2020 at 5:51 pm

Agreed, Holden. In October, seems to me they could have just moved most of it outdoors–and a lot of it was already. Do keep an eye out for my work and let me know if you see it. BTW, followers of Edge & Essence: Holden has a great blog called “Peach Town.” I recommend it.

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