The time is nearing again for the Stars of Texas Juried Art Exhibit. The exhibit will feature original art by Texas artists and will be from February 10-23 at the Depot. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturdays and 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Sundays. Admission is free. The event will begin with a call for artists. Entries must be delivered to the Depot on February 1 between 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. or February 2 between 9 a.m. and noon. The entry fee is $20 per piece, with a limit of three per artist. $7,250 in cash prizes will be awarded. This is open to Texas residents at least 18 years of age. To request a prospectus detailing further requirements for eligibility, acceptable media, size and presentation, call Ruth Wheelis at 647-4002 or visit starsoftexasjuriedartexhibit.com

The 14th annual paint-off competition will be February 23 between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. at the Depot. The public is invited, free of charge, to watch the artists work and to bid on pieces through a silent auction. There is a $20 fee for artists and works must be completed on site at outdoor designated sites within the six hours allotted. $750 in cash prizes will be awarded.

Artists will demonstrate a variety of art-making techniques February 11-22, weekdays only, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Depot. These demonstrations are free to the public, with Mondays being reserved for adults. For more information, call Martha Middleton at 647-6026.