The monthly First Thursdays Art Market and the weekly, seasonal Farmers & Makers Market have both awakened to more color, more life than ever with the coming of Spring.

Beginning its eighth season, the Farmers & Makers Market presents more fresh, local produce, more seafood, more breads and cheeses, and more crafts and artisans than ever before.

The decision to add more color to the sun-kissed plaza of The Shops at Sea Pines Center traces back to the founder’s original vision for Sea Pines.

Beginning with the First Thursdays Art Market of March 4, the exhibits will include accomplished local artists from all around the area.