More than 150 children participated in art projects in workshops conducted by Polly Fievet at the 2008 Fall ArtFest. The Washington-Wilkes Arts Foundation has issued a call for artists to exhibit their works at this year's Fall ArtFest set for November 7 and 8, bringing both new and returning favorite artists for the crowds of art lovers to meet.

As before, there will be special art workshops for children, too.

"This is our sixth annual ArtFest," said Debbie Wells, "and we'll be doing co-op advertising in Augusta, so we expect this event to be very well attended."

The juried art show will see artists in all media competing for more than $1,000 in cash prizes awarded. This year, the art show on The Square will run both Saturday and Sunday, a format preferred by the artists, who say they see the most sales on Sunday.

Again this year, the ArtFest will have special art workshops for children ages 4-12. Kids will be able to work on art projects of their own at art stations under the guidance of Polly Fievet and helpers. "Saturday, we'll have art projects that kids can work on," she said. "We encourage children to come out and explore their artistic side at ArtFest."

Several new artists are expected, Wells said, along with returning favorites from previous ArtFests including painters, photographers, jewelry artists, and ceramics artists.

A reception Saturday night will welcome the artists. "In celebration and appreciation of our artists, the Washington Wilkes Arts Foundation will host a special evening on Saturday at the beautiful Holly Court Inn for our honored guests," Wells said.

The arts foundation's web site, WashingtonWilkesArts.org, has more information, an online application, and detailed artists' guidelines. For more information, contact Debbie Wells at 706-318-8190 or by email at debbiecwells@yahoo.com.