Support local artists at BIG ARTS Studio Tour

Become better acquainted with local artists through the BIG ARTS Center's Art Show and Sale, or the Artists Studio Tour on Friday, April 11, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. The cost is $45.

View art in the Phillips and Founders Galleries, browse the Members Art Show and Sale or the BIG ARTS Gift Shop, enjoy coffee and pastries, and then head out to visit the artists' galleries around the island - make sure not to forget lunch at the Captiva Island Yacht club. Ticket availability is limited.

The BIG ARTS Center will be open to the public, and anyone who does not wish to go on the tour of the artists' homes can still support local artists by visiting the Art Show and Sale, featuring 20 tables (with mediums such as glass fusing, pottery, painting, and wearable art) that will be set up around the Center (free admission). In addition to viewing gallery pieces, visitors can meet local artists at their tables and purchase their works.

For further information about this event, other upcoming events at BIG ARTS, to purchase tickets, to sign up for workshops, or to become a member, stop by BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road Sanibel, call (239) 395-0900, email info@BIGARTS.org, or log on to www. BIGARTS.org.