Angels of the Arts Awards

Recognizing the positive contribution and essential impact of artists, arts organizations, art educators and supporters in Lee County. While the Alliance awards only one winner in each category all nominees are recognized as a vital component in the Lee County arts community.

AND THE 2011 ANGELS OF THE ARTS WINNERS ARE

Literary Artist of the Year: Sidney B. Simon
Arts Teacher of the Year: Ann Harrison-May
Arts Volunteer of the Year: Mary Buck
New Artist of the Year: Adam Jones
Visual Artist of the Year: Stephen Gray-Blancett
Business Arts Sponsor of the Year: FineMark National Bank & Trust
Arts Benefactor of the Year: Terry Tincher
Arts Publication of the Year: Ft. Myers Southwest Florida Magazine
Art Journalist of the Year: Ilene Safron
Performance Artist of the Year: Kat Epple
Young Artist of the Year: Samuel Bostic
Arts Organization Leader of the Year: Lee Ellen Harder
Arts Organization of the Year: BIG ARTS
Artist Lifetime Achievement Award: Gail E. Jones

Fort Myers Gallery Examiner's coverage of the 2011 Awards Ceremony.

Click here to see past Angels of the Arts winners

Click here to learn about the Jurying Process

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