The Winner of the 2025 FESTIVAL poster is Julie Heath

Originally from England, Julie studied pottery, art and design at the Burslem School of Art while working as a gold paintress at Wedgewood, the world -renowned fine ceramics company.

With a commercial art degree and a move to Pensacola, Julie was inspired to paint in watercolor and oils, capturing the dynamic nature of coastal subjects with fresh eyes. . 

Julie has embraced the fluidity and spontaneity of watercolors, discovering that its less controlled aspects allowed her to develop a more relaxed and intuitive approach to painting.  It allowed further exploration of coastal subjects and landscapes.

Julie particularly appreciates the grace and serenity of coastal birds.