Bradenton artist Maria Sine presents “Land and Sea,” an exhibit of vibrant acrylic and watercolor paintings of distant lands and the creatures found in and around our local waters. Maria focuses on local sea life in her paintings to share her love of nature and in hopes that we will work to preserve it. A highlight of the month-long exhibit will be a public gallery reception on Friday, December 1 from 5:30-7:30 PM as part of Holmes Beach Merchants’ Holiday Party. Maria’s exhibit will run from December 1 - 31 at Island Gallery West, located at 5368 Gulf Dr., Holmes Beach, FL, Trolley Stop 15 on Anna Maria Island. Gallery hours are 10 AM—5 PM, Mon.-Sun. (Closed Dec. 25). Please visit www.islandgallerywest.com, Facebook or call 941-778-6648 for gallery updates.