Choosing the right gourd is essential for a successful centerpiece. Look for gourds that are firm, without cracks or blemishes on the surface. The size of the gourd depends on how you want your ...

DeLAND — Louise Murphy has never thought of herself as an artist, but this week she and her friend Dottie Dye were busy gearing up for this weekend’s DeLand Outdoor Art Festival, where they will make ...

“Color and imagery dance in my head, asleep or awake,” says artist Whitney Peckman on her Web site. “I cannot live long enough to give expression to all that lies behind my eyes.” Those words convey a ...