Art Under the Umbrellas Returns to Old Town La Quinta for 7th Season

Online, September 16, 2009 (Newswire.com) - La Quinta Arts Foundation, (LQAF), presents "Art Under the Umbrellas," the popular outdoor art show, kicking off its 7th season on Saturday, October 10, from 10am to 4pm in Old Town La Quinta. Over 70 artists per show will line the lawns and streets of the charming village, presenting a wide array of exquisite art and jewelry to admire and purchase.

Free admission, free parking, live music and wine tasting compliment exclusive offerings from a revolving slate of Southern California's top artists.

Award winning artists like Robert Ferguson, Silvio Silvestri, and Diane McClary will present the latest plein air paintings from their summer travels. Marcus Thesing, Jason McQuaid and Josh Gelfand's organic designs in shimmering decorative and functional glass will also be on display. This is the perfect venue to find one-of-a-kind jewelry, hand painted silk, as well as trend-setting accessories and handbags.

Additional dates for Art Under the Umbrellas:
November 7 & 28, 2009
January 16, 2010
February 13, 2010
March 27, 2010
April 10, 2010.

Art Under the Umbrellas is conveniently located at Old Town La Quinta, just off Washington and Calle Tampico.

LQAF, a non-profit organization with a 28 year history of Promoting and Cultivating the Arts, also presents the nationally renowned La Quinta Arts Festival.

For more information visit www.LQAF.com (760) 564-1244.

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