Sarasota teams up with airport for postcard contest

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The City of Sarasota Public Art Program is teaming up with Sarasota Bradenton International Airport to launch a postcard contest.The Spirit of Sarasota postcard contest gives artists of all experience levels in Sarasota and Manatee County to capture the city’s spirit through original postcard-style artwork. Artists and teams can submit up to three drawings. The top four entries will receive a $1,500 award. “The Public Art Program is thrilled to present the Spirit of Sarasota postcard contest to our community,” said Public Art Administrator Ciera Coleman. “Beyond creating special and memorable artworks to be shared with the world on behalf of our community, this contest invites artists of all backgrounds to show off their skills, celebrate our city, and get involved in Sarasota’s Public Art scene.”The contest draws on a long tradition of postcards showcasing Sarasota’s beauty and character, according to the city.“We want people to arrive at SRQ and immediately fe