Arts talk

Decade of campus leadership honored

Bill Heller was honored Wednesday for his decade of leadership at University of South Florida St. Petersburg, first as dean, then as vice president. He recently stepped down and continues as a faculty member. His influence went far beyond the campus boundaries, as he supported organizations and events throughout the community. He has been a leader in the best sense, inspiring enthusiasm and loyalty, and acting with integrity and a sense of inclusion.

His portrait by local artist Carol Dameron was unveiled during the reception at the Campus Activities Center and will probably hang in the Poynter Library.

Apply soon for Gasparilla

Artists are invited to submit applications to the 33rd annual Gasparilla Festival of the Arts March 1 and 2 in downtown Tampa. One of the area's best festivals, it culls about 300 artists from 1,000 aspirants and awards more than $60,000 in prize money, including $15,000 for best of show. For an application, call (813) 876-1747 or download it from www.gasparilla-arts.com. Deadline is Sept. 30.

Guide offers festival details

Devotees of arts festivals will want to order the 2002-2003 edition of Florida Festivals: Who, What, When & Where. Compiled by the Pinellas County Arts Council, it lists more than 300 venues large and small. Included are dates, locations and related events, plus, for artists, information about entry fees, prize money, awards and application information. The guides are $13 each and $2 for postage and handling. Make checks payable to the Pinellas County Arts Council. Send to PCAC, 14700 Terminal Blvd., Suite 229, Clearwater, FL 33762 or call (727) 453-7860.

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