We've been lucky to have great weather the past couple of years and this year was no different. I have been coming to the art fair since I was a child and the quality of art has never been better. We try to bring in artists whose work you don't see at other regional art shows. The prizes aren't huge but the artists appreciate the recognition and they can add it to their bios. Art is not the only thing that draws people to the fair.
People also come for the atmosphere and the beauty of the neighborhood and houses.
Two of the most popular booths contained art of a different kind. The fine art of food and beer were attracting some of the largest crowds at the fair. Food ranged from the crowd pleasing-funnel cakes to politically correct vegetarian chili. For many the art fair was just a time to enjoy the crowd, see old friends, view art, spend some money and most importantly have fun. So start saving those pennies and counting the days, because the next St. James Art Fair is less than a year away.