Spring is on the horizon, which means that the Village Green will soon be vibrant with fresh veggies, cooked oysters and bountiful flowers. This year islanders are asked to catch the magic of the Orcas Island Farmers’ Market with their own art, which will be turned into a promotional poster to represent the 2013 season.

“The board recently agreed that the existing design could use a ‘refresh,’ making this the perfect opportunity to involve and reflect the abilities of our talented community in the spirit of the market,” said Jennifer Pietsch, market manager.

There will be an adult competition to decide the winning image and a junior competition where art will be selected for additional Farmers’ Market promotion. Entries are due June 1 and the winners will be revealed on June 22 at the Orcas Island Solstice Parade. The winning poster in the adult competition will receive $500. Youth entries will receive both a $25 gift certificate to Darvill’s Bookstore and a $25 gift certificate to Ray’s Pharmacy.

Pietsch said it’s important to add a division for children because of the whimsical nature of the market and the potential unique perspective of a younger eye.

“Our island youth undoubtedly see the market through their own lens,” Pietsch said. “Since the market means different things to different age groups, inviting a shared vision will best reflect that fact.”

Posters will be judged by uniqueness, color, artistry, composition, timelessness and a representation of the full breadth of market offerings from crafts, food and farmers. Winning submissions become property of the Orcas Island Farmers’ Market.

“At the end of the day, we want to reflect our community sensibility in our outward appearance, and I can think of no better way than involving the community in achieving that goal,” Pietsch said.

For more info, call Pietsch at 317-8342 or email at orcasislandfarmersmarket@gmail.com.

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