Hickory – “Froggy Comes a Courtin’”, a computer photo by L. Michelle Bitler, won the prize, which is a cd: “2021 Vienna Philharmonic New Year’s Concert withFCA’s Wild And Crazy Valentine Show Riccardo Muti”. John Gordon Ross chose the valentine, and also contributed the prize. Mr. Ross said he enjoyed the variety of the show, with themes from sisterly love to a collage of all kinds of kisses.

Other valentine creators are Tereza Bentley, Jackie Finley, Meredith Janssen, Chris Parsons, and Ellen Schwarzbek. It is a small but interesting display, showing a wide range of inventiveness.

The valentines can be seen at Full Circle Arts now to March 6, 2021.

Full Circle Arts is a non-profit artists’ cooperative located in downtown Hickory, 42-B Third Street NW. Hours currently are Thursday, 11:00am to 5:00pm and Saturday, 10:00am to 2:00pm. More information about Full Circle Arts, classes, membership, or other upcoming events is available at 828-322-7545. You may also write to Full Circle Arts, PO Box 3905, Hickory NC 28603, or email [email protected]. Please visit our website at www.fullcirclearts.org.

Photo: Froggy Comes a Courtin’ by L. Michelle Bitler.