Katie Deits, Author at Florida CraftArt

A Well Crafted Tale

Open, juried exhibition at Florida CraftArt! June 24 – August 13, 2016 Opening Reception: Friday, June 24th 5:30-8:30pm Though storytelling is often a verbal or written presentation, stories surround us in every detail of our lives. Our imaginations soar when we see a whimsical piece, childhood memories are triggered by certain colors and shapes, textures […]

Sparkle & Shine Holiday Boutique

It’s that magical time of year again, and you can expect to be dazzled by Florida CraftArt’s amazing collection of handcrafted, one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your holiday list…including you! Experience the ultimate shopping experience with new jewelry, clay, glass, ornaments and more – handcrafted by over 300 of Florida’s most talented artists. We are […]

Interactive Storytelling with Ross Tarr

Sunday, June 26th 1-2pm Ross Tarr, a professional storyteller (who happens to look like Santa Claus), will lead the group in the creation of a fun story or two based on the fabulous artwork in “The Well-Crafted Tale”. Artists were challenged to create fine craft pieces which inspired stories and the entries are spectacular. This […]

Slices of Life Curator Talk – April 6th

Duncan McClellan is one of the nation’s premiere glass artists, owner of DMGlass Gallery and curator of the “Slices of Life” exhibition currently in the Florida CraftArt Gallery. He will give a fascinating talk about the glass artists, their techniques and what goes into the making of these complex pieces. The talk is free […]

Craft Supply Swap

Free! Craft Supply Swap! Great incentive to finally clean out your craft closet! Bring your beads, fabric, feathers, clay, yarn and more to trade with fellow artists at Florida CraftArt. Please leave any finished or partially finished projects at home. Craft supplies can be dropped off beginning Monday, February 22. The craft supply exchange will […]

Role Models

January 9-February 20, 2016 Opening Receptions at Florida CraftArt and the Morean Arts Center: Saturday, January 9th 5:00-9:00pm Sponsored by Beth Morean and Kathryn Boeckman Howd Role Models is an exhibition that brings all that Florida ceramics has to offer to the forefront. Artists like Linda Arbuckle, Christine Federighi, McKenzie Smith, and Bonnie Seeman have […]

Slices of Life Exhibition

Raven Skyriver March 4-April 23, 2016 Opening Reception-Friday, March 4th 5:30-8:30 “Slices of Life”, curated by award winning artist and owner of the Duncan McClellan Gallery, explores the intricacies of the “Cold work” process on blown and cast glass, and how this process transforms glass work, taking it from its initial incarnation to a whole […]

Top Shelf: A Florida CraftArt Members’ Exhibition

May 6 – June 11, 2016 Florida CraftArt Exhibition Gallery This exhibition shines a light on the incredible talents of the fine craft artists of Florida. Entries range from jewelry to sculpture, beading to furniture and so much more. Entries are from artists throughout the state, from as far away as West Palm Beach and […]

“Uncommon Couture”

August 28-October 24, 2015 Opening Reception: Friday, August 28th 5:30-8:30pm “Uncommon Couture” crosses the boundary between Art and Fashion just in time to celebrate St. Petersburg’s Art & Fashion Week. Fashion Designer Lina Teixeira’s showcase garments tell the story of one of King Henri’s doomed wives and her bridesmaid, all created in recycled materials. Her […]

Florida Cool for the Holidays

Holiday Boutique at Florida CraftArt November 6th- Dec 31st, 2015 The ultimate shopping experience with fine jewelry, clay, glass, ornaments and more, handcrafted by Florida’s most talented artists. New work arriving every day! Please join us for a festive Opening Reception Friday, November 6th 5:30-8:30

“World On a String” Exhibition

Featuring the Pellone/Barrett Puppet Collection and Florida Artists Curated by Christine Renc-Carter June 26-August 15, 2015 Opening Reception: Friday, June 26th 5:30-8:30pm Collector/Artist Talk, Friday, June 26th 7:00pm The art of puppetry is to capture the essence of the human spirit through theatrical storytelling, where the artist and object become one through performance art, theater […]

Open Sat. July 4th

Got friends and family in town over the July 4th weekend. Bring them in to see the Puppetry Exhibition. Open 10am -5:30pm. Have a great holiday.

The Arts Business Collaborative

Call to Artists

June 25 TBBCA-HPV Call to Artists TBBCA Open Call to Tampa Bay Artists! TBBCA is thrilled to pARTner with Hyde Park Village and invite members of the local arts community to digitally submit original artwork to TBBCA for a special competition. Subject matter of submitted artwork should be inspired by the art of Deborah […]

“Boundary Lines” Exhibition

May 1st-June 13, 2015 Opening Reception: Friday, May 1st 5:30-8:30pm Artist Talk May 1st 5pm Florida CraftArt Gallery, 501 Central Ave., St. Petersburg Curated by Amanda Cooper, Exhibition Curator for the Morean Art Center In Boundary Lines, five artists explore the issue of personal space using sculpture, ceramics, installation and embroidery. From the social media landscape to more natural […]

“Garden of Earthly Pleasures” Exhibition

“Garden of Earthly Pleasures” Exhibition March 6- April 18, 2015 Opening Reception: Friday, March 6th 5:30-8:30pm Experience the Florida CraftArt exhibition gallery as it turns into a garden paradise. From custom fountains to pottery and glass to outrageous fashions, the Garden of Earthly Pleasures will showcase the work of over 30 Florida fine craft artists. […]

Artist’s Talk: Helene and Eric Bess

Saturday, March 14, 2015 10-11am Helene and Eric Bess are prolific artists who are always designing new products encrusted with nuts, bolts, beads and found objects. Come see their latest work and hear them talk about their inspirations, techniques and art experiences. It’s a free program open to the public but please rsvp so that […]

Garden Events in the Gallery

Garden Events: Tending Your Family’s Recipes Saturday, March 28th 10:30-noon A simple bite of something delicious can hit the tripwire of memory and send us back in time. Writer Marcel Proust made this phenomenon famous with the buttery Madeleine cookie. Join food writer and teacher Janet Keeler for “Tending Your Family’s Recipes” at […]

Living with Mysticism: The Power of Visual Vodou

“Living with Mysticism- the Power of Visual Vodou” Curated by Mindy Solomon, owner of the Mindy Solomon Gallery, Miami Exhibition Dates: January 16 – February 21, 2015 Opening Reception: Friday, January 16th 5:30 – 8:30pm Curator’s Talk: Friday, January 16th at 4pm Free and open to the public The purpose of ritual is to change the […]

Call to Artists for “Garden of Earthly Pleasures”

March 6-April 18, 2015 Florida CraftArt announces a call to artists for an open, juried exhibition which will be held March 6-April 18, 2015 in the Florida CraftArt Exhibition Gallery in St. Petersburg, FL. This exhibit invites fine craft artists to interpret the theme indicated in the title of the exhibition. This call is open […]