2024 WALTON COUNTY ARTIST OF THE YEAR
The Artist of the Year Award is a community initiative highlighting local artists, spotlighting their work through diverse publicity channels and events throughout the year. Currently in its 22nd year, this accolade aims to honor a local artist of Walton County and whose unique artistic expression captures the essence of the region's creativity and beauty. The recipient will be granted $4,000 for creating a commissioned artwork to be showcased in Walton County.
Artwork submissions are evaluated based on criteria such as originality, authenticity, and overall appeal. Finalists participate in interviews where they will be required to present three examples of artwork during a panel discussion.
To learn more about the Artist of the Year program, download the informational flyer or contact Industry Relations Specialist Lisa Foster at (850) 333-2728 or Lisa@WCFLTourism.com.
ARTISTS OF THE YEAR
- 2024 – Sarah Page
- 2023 – Bradley Copeland
- 2022 – Joseph Messer
- 2021 – Chandler Williams
- 2020 – Doug Foltz
- 2019 – Jenna Varney
- 2018 – Kathleen Broaderick
- 2017 – Marisol Gullo
- 2016 – Melody Bogle
- 2015 – Juan Adaro
- 2014 – Mary Hong
- 2013 – Andy Saczynski
- 2012 – Allison Craft
- 2011 – Allison Wickey
- 2010 – Michael Granberry
- 2009 – Michael McCarty
- 2008 – Donna Burgess
- 2007 – Bill Stephenson
- 2006 – Phil Kiser
- 2005 – Justin Gaffrey
- 2004 – Susan Lucas
- 2003 – Dorothy Starbuck