For Immediate Release January 16, 2020 Florida CraftArt presents: Inside the World of Public Art January 24-March 7, 2020 Exhibition adds to the understanding of public art and reveals that the process often has roots in fine craft. “Inside the World of Public Art” displays the exuberant spirit and creative diversity of public art that […]
Read MoreTibetan Monks to create Healing Mandala at Florida CraftArt – Press Release
For Immediate Release December 20, 2020 Florida CraftArt presents: Sacred Art Tour of Tibetan Buddhist Monks January 7-12, 2020 Dalai Lama sanctioned monks will create a healing sand mandala with millions of colored grains of sand, along with artistic workshops and cultural events, including a minute of worldwide healing. Eight Tibetan monks from the Drepung […]
Read More19 Artists of ArtLofts – Press Release
For Immediate Release December 19, 2019 Florida CraftArt presents: The Artists of ArtLofts January 7-18, 2020 19 artists from ArtLofts will present their work in Florida CraftArt’s exhibition gallery Florida CraftArt will present The Artists of ArtLofts in its exhibition gallery from January 7 to January 18. The 19 award-winning and emerging artists will present […]
Read MoreCall to Artists – Art SENSEation: See, Touch, Hear Me
Call-to-artists for a Sensory Art Experience Exhibition dates: January 31 – February 16, 2020 Opening Reception: Thursday January 30th Location: Creative Pinellas, 12211 Walsingham Road, Largo, FL “Art SENSEation: See, Touch, Hear Me” is an exhibition for all Florida artists that create works that are not only visual, but textural, interactive, or auditory. Artwork that […]
Read MoreCraftArt Festival Award Winners – Press Release
Florida CraftArt’s 2019 CraftArt Festival 12 of the nation’s best contemporary fine craft artists presented with $10,000 in awards FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, November 25, 2019, St. Petersburg, Fla.; More than 15,000 people attended Florida CraftArt’s 22nd Annual CraftArt Festival presented by the Red Apple Group, along with a myriad of sponsors. “As a sixth generation […]
Read MoreArtists from 23 states to show at Florida CraftArt’s Festival – Press Release
For Immediate Release October 8, 2019 Florida CraftArt Presents CraftArt Festival 2019 Downtown St. Petersburg, November 23 and 24, Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Fine craft artists from 23 states will be featured in Florida CraftArt’s 22nd Annual CraftArt Festival. It will be held on Saturday, November […]
Read MoreStep by Step – How to Film an Artist Bio on a Phone
Videography Basics for Artists: Filming an “About Me” at Home with a Smart Phone At Florida CraftArt, our mission is to grow the statewide creative economy by engaging the community and advancing Florida’s fine craft artists and their work. We have created this step-by-step guide to help you film yourself with equipment that you most […]
Read MoreCraftArt Festival re-envisioned as CraftArt with a Twist
The Red Apple Group is the presenting sponsor of the CraftArt Festival. Supporting Sponsors: Raymond James, Regions Bank, City of St. Petersburg, Florida Division of Cultural Affairs. Emerging Artists sponsors: Brian James Photography, Color Concepts, DMG School Project, Michael and Andrea Graham, Kathryn Howd and Edward Rucks, David and Becky Ramsey, Tricera, Robert F. and […]
Read MoreFlorida CraftArt Members’ Show 2020 – VIRTUAL EXHIBIT
Order a Printed Copy of “Members’ Show: Contemporary Craft at its Finest 2020” Exhibition Book May 8-August 31, 2020 VIRTUAL EXHIBIT: Florida CraftArt Members’ Show Contemporary Craft at its Finest We are so excited to announce that Florida CraftArt will hold, for the first time, an experimental, entirely online exhibit! In these uncertain times, we […]
Read MoreContemporary Fiber in Florida 2020
Contemporary Fiber in Florida 2020 Exhibition Book Purchase a printed copy of Contemporary Fiber in Florida 2020 Exhibition walkthrough with curator Cindy Bartosek March 13 – August 22, 2020 – SHOW EXTENDED A juried exhibition with cash prizes showcasing original artwork representing contemporary approaches to fiber art, pushing the boundaries and/or traditions in […]
Read MoreInside the World of Public Art
January 24 – March 7, 2019 Inside the World of Public Art Curated by Ann Wykell Public art is a reflection of how we see the world – the artist’s response to our time and place combined with our own sense of who we are. –Association for Public Art This exhibit displays the exuberant spirit […]
Read MoreSacred Art Tour of Tibetan Monks 2020
January 7-12, 2020 Tibetan Monks at Florida CraftArt Eight Tibetan Monks bring universal lessons of peace and impermanence. In Florida CraftArt’s Exhibition Gallery, they will create a Sacred Sand Mandala for healing. Witness the step-by-step creation of a traditional Sand Mandala–an ancient art form of Tibetan Buddhism. Mandalas are drawings in sand of the world […]
Read MoreArtists of ArtLofts 2020
January 7-18, 2020 Opening Reception and Meet the Artists on January 10, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Artists of ArtLofts Florida CraftArt will present The Artists of ArtLofts in its exhibition gallery from January 7 to January 18. The 19 award-winning and emerging artists will present recent artwork which includes drawings, encaustic, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography […]
Read MoreBeautiful & Bizarre exhibit explores societal and gender issues – Press Release
For Immediate Release September 5, 2019 Florida CraftArt presents: Beautiful & Bizarre: Figurative Ceramics Invitational explores societal and gender issues Exhibition Dates: August 23-October 20, 2019 Beautiful & Bizarre: Figurative Ceramics Invitational is a curated show at Florida CraftArt featuring renowned ceramic artists who explore human and animal figures, along with fantastic beings that bridge […]
Read MoreFlorida CraftArt Permanent Collection at Crealdé School of Art
Crealdé School of Art, a nonprofit art organization located in Winter Park, will be featuring distinguished Florida fine craft artists in two simultaneous exhibitions. They will be on display until January 11, 2020. The first opening reception, for Collecting for Half a Century: Fine Craft from the Florida CraftArt Permanent Collection exhibition will be held […]
Read MoreArt Minute: Eric Folsom
Gulfport based Metalsmith, Eric Folsom, is a gallery artist at Florida CraftArt. He makes jewelry using uncommon techniques. In 1977 Folsom moved to Sperryville, Virginia, spent ten years working under the guidance of George Anderson, and became proficient in the techniques of brazing and fabricating bronze and copper into jewelry and sculptural forms.
Read MoreWoof, Meow, Chirp and Slither – Press Release
For Immediate Release June 3, 2019 Florida CraftArt presents: Woof, Meow, Chirp and Slither: Artists Interpret the World of Pets Exhibition Dates: June 7-August 10, 2019 Opening Reception: June 7, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Woof, Meow, Chirp and Slither: Artists Interpret the World of Pets is a juried exhibition at Florida CraftArt of original art that showcases […]
Read MoreMembers’ Show: Contemporary Craft at its Finest – Press Release
For Immediate Release April 19, 2019 Florida CraftArt presents: Members’ Show: Contemporary Craft at its Finest Exhibition Dates: April 26 to June 1, 2019 Opening Reception: April 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Artists’ talks and Collectors’ Circle lecture Members’ Show: Contemporary Craft at its Finest is a juried exhibition showcasing original art that showcases the best of […]
Read MoreCollectors’ Circle
Are you interested in collecting? Join the Collectors’ Circle! Join for 2022! Choose an amount that includes a tax-deductible donation to support our educational programming. Use the balance to purchase art from an artist(s) at the festival. Receive a Collectors’ Circle ribbon to give to the artist(s) whose work you buy. Pledge now to join the 2022 […]
Read MoreHoliday Boutique 2019
November 1-December 31, 2019 Holiday Boutique The exhibition gallery presents handcrafted art and holiday themed pieces from artists throughout Florida. The Holiday Boutique is the ultimate artful shopping experience with fine jewelry, clay, glass, ornaments and more handcrafted by Florida’s most talented artists. Florida CraftArt converts its two large gallery spaces into a shopper’s delight and […]
Read MoreThe Hero’s Journey Workshop: a collaboration with Keep St. Pete Lit
Saturday, March 16, 1:00-3:00pm Participants will write a one-page ekphrastic story or poem inspired by Florida CraftArts exhibition, Quest: A Celebration of Glass. THIS CLASS WILL MEET AT FLORIDA CRAFTART to view the pieces on display. We will write stories and poems using Joseph Campbell’s “The Hero’s Journey” as the foundation for our writing. You […]
Read MoreShakespeare Improv in jewelry exhibition
Thursday, February 7, 2019 Gentlemen of Verona interpretation 5:30 p.m. Improv performance follows In collaboration with The St. Petersburg Celebration of the Arts, Florida CraftArt will present a lecture and improv performance featuring William Shakespeare’s Gentlemen of Verona. Set among the jewelry exhibition “Offbeat Bijou” the troupe Improvaholics will involve the audience in a humorous […]
Read MoreCreative Discovery Workshops for Children and Families – Valentine’s Day Cards
Children and families, please join Florida CraftArt’s initiative for educating youngsters and families in the art of fine crafts. On February 10 from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. students will learn how to make their own Valentine’s Day cards using mixed media and paper assemblage techniques. These designs will teach students the possibilities of using simple […]
Read MoreCraftArt Festival 2019
CraftArt 2019 Sponsors Along with support from Janssen & Igar, CPAs, Seacoast Bank, Betsy & Randy Lay, and Binger Financial Group. Emerging Artist Program Florida CraftArt is proud to continue the tradition of an Emerging Artist Program at CraftArt Festival 2019.The selection criteria are the emerging artist has not participated in an outdoor art festival, is […]
Read MoreBeautiful & Bizarre
Figurative Ceramics Invitational of Renowned National Artists
Opening Reception Friday, August 23, 5:30-7 p.m.
Curated by Taylor Robenalt
Nationally renowned ceramic artists explore human and animal figures, along with fantastic beings that bridge the gap between the real and surreal. These powerful sculptures capture ideas and emotions covering topics from mythology to political to playful.
Read MoreExhibition: Woof, Meow, Chirp and Slither
June 7-August 10, 2019 Florida CraftArt is participating with St. Petersburg’s initiative, a national movement “Better Cities for Pets,” as a pet-friendly city. In this call-to-artists exhibition, artworks of “all things pets” will include fine craft artists creations, such as 3D portraits, artful storytelling, and functional items for pets and their humans. Programming will include […]
Read MoreCreative Discovery Workshops for Children and Families 4-Point Ornament
Children and families, please join us December 9th at 1:30p.m. for our Creative Discovery Workshop of ornament making! This workshop is hosted by Tampa Bay Basketmakers Guild and taught by artist Emily Stehle. Students will be assembling a woven ornament called a 4 point, God’s Eye, or Ojo de Dios in Spanish. It is considered […]
Read MoreCraftArt Festival 2018 hosted record-breaking crowds
More than 12,000 of St. Petersburg’s residents and visitors enjoyed the free 21st Annual CraftArt Festival held on Saturday, November 17 and Sunday, November 18, just outside the doors of the Florida CraftArt Gallery, at the crossroads of Central Avenue and 5th Street in Downtown St. Petersburg. CraftArt Festival 2018 was presented by the Red […]
Read MoreAt Home with Craft Sponsorship Opportunities
September 7-October 27: “At Home with Craft” Back by popular demand, a decade later, the Exhibition Gallery will be transformed into a loftstyle apartment complete with foyers, patio, living room, bedroom, nursery, dining room and more. PRESENTING EXHIBITION SPONSOR: $10,000 • Top billing in all print and web publications: Name and logo on web header, E-news 5,000 member list […]
Read MoreHome is Where the Art Is
Saturday, September 15, 2018 4:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. For “Home is Where the Art Is,” an intimate look inside some of St. Petersburg’s most fascinating private art collections, housed in beautiful residences in Old Northeast. Homeowners and featured artists highlighted pieces in their collections. This joint fundraising event benefitted Florida CraftArt and The Studio@620. Guests […]
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