Local Talent Profile

Leesburg native’s first novel has been optioned into a movie by BCDF Pictures. Photo: Anthony

Designing woman rediscovers love of art.  Photos: Nicole Hamel Nicki Forde has loved art since

Drama class, performing on stage boosted Alan Hickey’s self-esteem as a teen. Acting is in

Clermont-based singer/songwriter Patrick Gibson finds new calling through music he hopes will inspire the world.

From left to right: Kairi Marrero , William Locke. Moving around the circle from

Nonagenarian Bill Van Riper delights by crooning on stage at venues around The Villages. Bill

Singer, songwriter, guitarist wants to use his talents to give back to those he is

Photos: Douglas Tyler Poet, writer and runner says it’s never too late to

Scott Humston uses his magical abilities to connect with people. Scott Humston knew that magic

  Popular Villages performer Dawn DiNome eager to take the stage as Sandy in musical ‘Grease.’   Photo: Nicole Hamel

Russell Bellamy creates hands-on sculptures.  Photos: Nicole Hamel Leesburg sculptor Russell Bellamy believes many people

Toni Stokes Marshall creates uncommon artwork at her Leesburg studio. Photos: Nicole Hamel Textiles always

Jennifer Harper at her printmaking studio in Eustis. // Provided photo Eustis artist

Rob Nichols. // Photo: Nicole Hamel Lake County singer often takes his talents

Left to right: Steve Schoener, Tim Donovan, Monica Dedmon, Bill Bailey and Royce Moreland.

Christina Adinolfi. // Photo: Anthony Rao Singer Christina Adinolfi spreads energy through her

Hope Barton. // Photos: Douglas Tyler Artist Hope Barton features Florida scenery at her Clermont

Mike Palma and friend. // Photo: Anthony Rao Ventriloquist Mike Palma brings audiences to life

Marjorie Dodrill. // Photo by Anthony Rao. Florals, Florida waterways and mountains are favorites of

The Lake County Folk Festival moves through the city of Eustis with a local duo.