

In addition to Andy’s live painting sessions, you can find his work displayed at Fish Out Of Water in Watercolor during the festival. “I think it’s probably weird for people to see the early stages to a piece, but Sunday afternoon there should be something to look at.” If his past work is any indication, the audience won’t be disappointed. “Right now I look at it and I think, ‘Wow, this looks terrible, I need to do this and this to it.’” he says. He promises the transformation the painting will take from early stages to its finished product should be a sight to see. “I’m comfortable with people watching me work, so I don’t think it will be awkward or anything.”Īndy has already started on the artwork for the this year’s festival and it’s a slight departure from the pieces he has done for the last two years. “The first time I did it, I thought it was going to be weird, but it was pretty cool,” he says. Will the painting compliment the music or will the music compliment the painting? That’s a question the audience will have to answer.Īndy has painted for live audiences before, so he has no problem with having his process on display. The live painting session will take place on stage while bands perform in front of Andy. Festival goers can watch Andy create one of his eye catching paintings at the Gulf Place Amphitheater on Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. But this year he will not only contribute a painting, his artistic process will be on display as he creates his work for the audience. This is the third work of art Andy will paint for the festival. Not only will he be working on a unique backdrop painting for the festival, but you can watch him complete the project live. "Thanks for such a wonderful experience.Andy Saczynski, South Walton Artist of the Year, will be making a special contribution to the 30A Songwriters Festival this year. "Confidence and creativity are flowing.if you are offering more classes, we want to do it!" -Lori S of Union, KY She gets so much more than mere instruction in this loving, nurturing environment. The drama classes and performances have brought out a passion and confidence in her that she never had before. " After years of searching for an extra-curricular activity that our daughter could enjoy, we found so much more in KOS. "My daughter has made new friends while participating in drama class - thank you for all the dedication to the children!" -Kathryn C of Walton, KY Two thumbs up for Storybook Theatre!!!" -Jessica M of Union, KY

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