Augustans turned out in force for the 40th celebration of Art in the Heart of Augusta which made its comeback after a pandemic intermission in 2020 and an abbreviated festival last year.
Artisans from painters to jewelry makers to leather workers are selling their wares at the three-day event that ends Sunday.
Musical performances are held at five stages on Broad Street and in the Augusta Common.
International food offerings from 17 different nations including Jamaica, Sudan, Greece, Italy and Ireland are part of the festival.
Arts in the Heart of Augusta will be from noon to 7 p.m. Sunday.
Badges are $15. Children 10 years old and under are admitted free.
Local artist billy s puts the finishing touches on a painting at the Arts in Heart of Augusta Festival on Saturday, Sept 17, 2022. Mike Adams photo.A groups of kids and adults participate in a drum circle at the Arts in Heart of Augusta Festival on Saturday, Sept 17, 2022. Mike Adams photo.
Art enthusiasts had plenty of beautiful art work to enjoy at the Arts in Heart of Augusta Festival on Saturday, Sept 17, 2022. Mike Adams photo.Festival goers had plenty of authentic food from around the world to choose from at the Arts in Heart of Augusta Festival on Saturday, Sept 17, 2022. Mike Adams photo.
Kiki Charisse wows the crowd as she performs on the Community Stage at the Arts in Heart of Augusta Festival on Saturday, Sept 17, 2022. Mike Adams photo.Patrick Steranka dances with Sharon Shabinaw music performed by Kristal Mindingall at the Jazz Stage at the Arts in Heart of Augusta Festival on Saturday, Sept 17, 2022. Mike Adams photo.
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