Strategy 4: Festivals with Public Art & Local Artists

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Strategy 4: Infuse our Festivals with Public Art & Local Artists

Though many of the festivals within Mount Dora have arts-focused components there remain opportunities to enhance these events using public art and local artists.

3.4..1 Local & Emerging Artist Area

One key opportunity at festivals and events in Mount Dora is to create dedicated space for local and emerging artists at the festivals. Artist who come from under-represented communities along with artists who live or work in Mount Dora should be given opportunities and given priority in a specific dedicated space.

3.4.2 Festival Focused Artwork or Temporary Public Art

There are a variety of ways public art can be incorporated into festivals. One opportunity would be to have artists work commissioned and installed specifically for a festival. This would help to create buzz and special one-time-only opportunities giving visitors a reason to return. Artworks like murals could also be commissioned as part of a festival that helps to cement its legacy and promote individuals to return every year.

3.4.3 Public Art or Interactive Art Festival

A festival solely dedicated to public art or interactive art could be a differentiator for Mount Dora, setting it apart in the region. Interactive Public Art Festivals are growing in popularity and can be found throughout the US and the wider world.