ArtWalk 2025’s Featured Artist Announced

Arts for Rural Texas (ARTS) announces Diane Peterson as the featured artist for this year’s ArtWalk, a juried fine art festival held annually on Fayetteville’s historic town square. The event, free and open to the public, showcases over 60 artists working in a variety of media, including painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, ceramics, fiber, and mixed media. This year’s ArtWalk will take place on Saturday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, May 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Born and raised in Texas, Diane Peterson is a dedicated artist, mother of two, and proud grandmother of five. She and her husband currently reside in Chappell Hill, where she finds inspiration in the beauty of her surroundings. Working across multiple mediums, she creates pieces that capture flora, fauna, architecture, landscapes, still life, and abstract compositions.

A longtime participant of ArtWalk, Diane finds joy in sharing her paintings with the community. Her work is currently featured at the Texas Artisans Gallery on Main Street in Chappell Hill, and she regularly showcases her art at local exhibitions. Visitors may already be familiar with her artwork from the promotional billboards along Highway 71 near Ellinger and La Grange, which feature her delightful painting of a donkey set against a luminous moon.

In addition to fine art, ArtWalk attendees can enjoy artist demonstrations, live music, children’s activities, a food court, a wine booth, and more. This celebrated festival invites visitors to explore and purchase original works while experiencing a lively atmosphere filled with creativity, culture, and community.

For more information on ArtWalk and to preview all of this year’s artists, visit www. artsforruraltexas.org/artwalk or call (979) 378-2113.