New to the 1999 festival is more diversity plus the fact that it s more countywide, according to Dee Nesbitt, marketing director for the Horry Cultural Arts Council. The council is the umbrella organization for the arts. The festival is appealing to all ages and includes a great many family activities, Nesbitt said. One new exhibit is the Arts by Fire Guild showing of members crafts. The guild includes individuals whose interests, talents or careers are focused on art and fine crafts produced with the use of fire.
Featured work includes clay, jewelry and glass.
A mesmerizing experience for children of all ages is Out of the Mist . . . Captivating and comprehensive art in the form of life-size wooden puppets engages the imagination to create positive, meaningful life challenges. Renowned musician Diane Bish will present a solo organ concert at the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection in Surfside Beach. Bish is host of The Joy of Music television series. Her recital will include t hrilling organ favorites, traditional classics and some of her own hymn arrangements.