"Slices of 30A"

Underwater Museum of Art (UMA):

The 2023 CODAworx jury recently selected the Top 100 finalists representing the best design and art projects! This year, artists submitted 411 projects from around the world for consideration. The awards recognize design projects demonstrating the most successful integration of commissioned art into an interior, architectural or public space. 

Now it's time to cast your vote: the top 2 projects receiving the most votes will be "crowned" People's Choice winners!! 

Voting is simple and easy. Click the "Vote" button below the "Underwater Museum of Art" project on the official voting site. You are only allowed to vote once per project. 

Cast your vote HERE today! The voting deadline is Monday, July 31, at 11:59 PM, central time (GMT -5:00). 

Miss the 5th Annual UMA deployment last week? 

Good news...you can still catch all the action with the first-ever live stream on the UMA website!! While the weather slowed things down a little, this year's sculptures were safely delivered to their new home 58 feet below the surface at the bottom of the Gulf off the coast of Grayton Beach State Park. 

The new artworks include Quantum Reef by Chris Chubb (Tallahassee, FL), Space Nest by Frank Henderson (Evanston, IL), Welcome Home by Zachery Long (Oklahoma City, OK), Cetacean Remains by Pat Mclain (Stone Mountain, GA), One Tree by Ann Moeller Steverson (Huntsville, AL) Opus by Allison Wickey (Santa Rosa Beach, FL) and further expand the nation's first permanent underwater museum to 40 sculptures!! 

30A Songwriters Festival Tickets Available Now! 

Tickets are officially on sale for the 15th Annual 30A Songwriters Festival scheduled for January 12 - 15, 2024! Take advantage of early bird pricing and get yours online today! 

As a reminder, CAA members receive a 10% discount** off General Admission weekend passes, plus admission to an exclusive Members Only Concert, space permitting - reservations required. 

Not a member yet? Join today! 

**CAA Members must purchase tickets through the CAA office to receive the member discount. Discount is available on a select number of tickets, based on membership level. Bayou Arts Center hours are Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM. Phone number: 850.622.5970. Please note the CAA office will be closed July 24 - 28, 2023.   

"Sounds Like Summer Series" Concert by 30A Songwriters Festival

And mark your calendar because you don't want to miss the conclusion of the 30A Songwriters Festival Sounds Like Summer Series with 30A Fest favorite Jeffrey Steele on Thursday, August 10, as part of the unique arts and cultural entertainment lineup at The Pavilion at Watersound® Town Center. 

WHERE:

 The Pavilion at Watersound® Town Center

 85 Origins Main Street, Watersound, FL 32461

COST:

 FREE * FAMILY-FRIENDLY * OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Last Week Of Creative Kids Camps

Calling ALL 5th and 6th graders! There's still time to sign up for an immersive art camp at the Miramar Beach Creative Campus, home to The Foster Gallery & J. Leon Studio! 

Students will experience various art forms such as Acrylic painting, Collage, Clay Hand-building, Mixed Media, Crafts, and Origami.

Pricing is $175 per child for each five-day session, and space is limited to 15 students per class. All supplies are included. Students should dress for a fun and messy art experience and come to class with a lunch and drink or water bottle. Light snacks will be provided.

Camp meets daily, July 24th - 28th, at the CAA's Miramar Beach Creative Campus from 10 AM - 2 PM. Registration is available online.

Secure Your Spot

There are a variety of ways to expand your creativity this summer! Check out all offerings in person at the Miramar Beach Creative Campus and online with the Digital Creative Campus. All learning opportunities are led by members of our talented creative community. All levels of learners are welcome! Learn more and sign up on the CAA website.