City of Talent Chamber of Commerce

On Friday, July 8, 2011, the Talent Chamber of Commerce organized another Talent Arts & Music Festival with the help of a number of downtown businesses.

During the event, the Chamber sponsored a contest to win $200 in Talent Bucks. Below is a picture of our winner, Sue Carroll.

For some additional highlights of the event, click the "Read More" link below.

• Brad Linnell/State Farm Insurance
• Camelot Theatre
• Jimmie Smith/Edward Jones Investments
• Star Properties Real Estate
• Tark's Market

A Colorful Talent 

250 E. Wagner St. (761-9256)

Photography by Kara Lewis and ceramic art by Nick Bendetti. Live Music TBA. 

Bell House Gallery

104 S. Market St. (535-7097)

Acrylic on wood panels by Peter Van Fleet; photography by David Lorenz-Winston; oil & acrylics from Robert Beckmann; oil & acrylics from Clifford Wilson. Wine and snacks provided.

Brad Linnell/State Farm Insurance

202 Talent Ave. (535-5505)

View the fine film photography of Brian J. LeBlanc and listen to live music in the State Farm parking lot all evening.

Crema

100 E. Main St. (324-9434)

Original watercolors and giclee prints by Charlotte Peterson will be on display, and enjoy delicious homemade treats from owner Macy A. Canete.

Cupcake Daily 

102 Talent Ave.

This brand new bakery in Talent will be featuring original "from-scratch" cupcakes and mixed media from local artists.

Downtowne Coffee

200 Talent Ave. (535-2299)

Featuring local mixed media on the patio and live performance art in the parking lot.

Funky Fashions

103 Talent Ave. (535-3733)

Browse local fashions and enjoy the oils and pastels of Linda Evans while she creates a new original work live!

The Grotto

302 E. Main St. (535-3813)

View local art from the Budding Young Artists of the Butterfly House in this downtown pizzeria while listening to the sounds of Dos Garndenias in the parking lot.

Harmonic Design & Imaging

100 E. Main St. (512-2181)

Enjoy wine and appetizers in the old train depot while browsing the original watercolors and giclee prints of Charlotte Peterson.

Inti Restaurant

109 Talent Ave. (535-7336)

Ancient South American Photos from G. Lincoln Freeman and colorful oils by Teri Cote adorn the walls, and the dining area hosts the live music of Olaf & Friends.

NicaNelly

301 E. Wagner St. (535-2332)

Featuring the digital visionary artistry of David Orchid. Providing local wine and snacks, including homemade caramel corn.

OurWorldDesigns

105 John St. 

Rick Evans will present metalwork sculptures; Annette Trujillo will showcase handworked glass bead jewelry; and Karen Rycheck, studio owner, will debut "Eve," a life-size reclining nude mosiac on chaise lounge. Enjoy enticing acoustic music by John Hill & French diva Jill Yvonne.

Paradise in Bloom

100 W. Valley View Rd. (973-5200)

View a gallery of local area artists alongside Cherî Browne's signature silk floral arrangements. 

Studio One One One

111 Talent Ave. (292-1790)

Showcasing local artists Jack Langford, Wataru Fugiyama, Merina Goldsmith, & Cheryl Haddock. Stay until sundown and witness a live Bronze Pouring!

Talent Chamber of Commerce

206 E. Main St. (535-3837)

Get to know more of your local businesses while you view digital & mixed media creations from local artists.

Talent Evening Market

110 E. Main St. (535-9055)

Join local food vendors, artisans, and more the Talent Evening Market's "Art in Action" event.  Watch as artists create their original works live, including Jane Hardgrove and Jessica H. Prince.  Live music by the Flat 5 String Band.

Talent Historical Society

105 N. Market St. (512-8838)

Enjoy good food and snacks while viewing local mixed media and fine art. 

Tarks Market

215 E. Wagner St. (535-2613)

Enjoy summertime fresh foods and sample regional wines while you enjoy the classic rock and blues of Dave Storie and the Truth Machine in the Tark's parking lot.

Total Picture

201 Talent Ave. (535-5039)

Catch a sneak preview of "The Science of the Runway" with Joe Dunbar Designs live dress models. Also on display will be original works by Margaret Dunbar and photography by Felicity Grow and Rose Jones.