The stories of heroes, whether fictional or real, serve as moral compasses, guiding individuals through challenges and dilemmas. They instill hope and demonstrate that even in the face of adversity, one person’s actions can make a difference.
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2023 FCA Emerging Artists: Abby Knauff, Ashley Burke, Amanda Raye, Olivia Rogowska, Gillian Probert, Jorie Berman, Madison Presley, Zarin Lucero, Teresa Mandala, and Vyolette Hastings All images copyright of Brian James Photography. Florida CraftArt invites artists working in the mediums of ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media, sculpture, or wood to apply for our […]
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Crafting Play Exhibition Dates: May 17–July 6, 2024 Summer Fun: Crafting Play Exhibition Celebrates the Artistry of Games at Florida CraftArt No one can deny the visual appeal of games. Whether it be the engulfing sweep of green offered by a baseball diamond, the graphic simplicity of Go, the folksy charm of carnival games, or […]
Read MoreCrafting Play CALL TO ARTISTS
We invite talented artists working in craft mediums or techniques to explore the intersection of craft and games, presenting unique perspectives and artistic expressions inspired by the world of games.
Read MoreHeroes CALL TO ARTISTS
Calling all talented craft artists! Florida CraftArt is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for you to showcase your creativity and vision in our upcoming exhibition, HEROES. Whether you are captivated by legendary figures from mythology, fascinated by everyday heroes in our communities, or inspired by personal tales of resilience and triumph, we invite you to contribute your unique perspective to this dynamic exhibition.
Read MoreAnimal Attraction
Florida Craft Art is thrilled to announce its upcoming exhibition, Animal Attraction, showcasing the brilliant and thought-provoking work of contemporary artists who use animal themes to delve into complex ideas. The exhibition, curated by nationally recognized ceramic artists Taylor Robenalt and Tiffany Leach, promises to be a captivating exploration of the animal form as a vehicle for contemplating various concepts, including society, gender and sexuality, current events, memory, and the human condition.
Read MoreRESILIENT: Jewelry that Empowers
Florida CraftArt invites you to submit your work for consideration in our upcoming exhibition, RESILIENT: Jewelry that Empowers This show aims to explore the intersection of contemporary cultural movements and the art of jewelry-making, such as, but not limited to, the renewed interest in the environment, Afrofuturism, and ideas surrounding resiliency, a concept that has […]
Read MoreEmerging Artist 2023
Meet the 2023 Florida CraftArt Emerging Artists. Artist Bios Abby Knauff | Palm Harbor, FL | Jewelry After graduating from SPC, Abby transferred to USF where she is currently a student studying Studio Art. Abby has explored many mediums such as ceramics, painting, and printmaking, but finds that she is most passionate about making wearable […]
Read MoreMember’s Show: Call to Artists
VISIONAll Florida CraftArt members are invited to submit work to this year’s juried Members’ Exhibition which will be held at the Florida CraftArt Gallery in St. Petersburg, Florida. This exhibition showcases the finest contemporary glass, jewelry, fiber, wood, ceramics, metals and mixed media. With hundreds of skilled and accomplished artist members across the country, this […]
Read MoreAnimal Attraction: Call to Artists
Vision: Animal Attraction will include the work of contemporary artists using animal themes to explore complex ideas. Animals have been used in art as symbols, archetypes and to speak to the human relationship with nature. Artists in this exhibition make use of the animal form to contemplate various concepts including society, gender and sexuality, current […]
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Hop on your bike and join us for a leisurely SHINE Mural Tour ride with numerous stops. Learn more about these dynamic murals and the power of public art in St. Pete and watch the SHINE murals being painted!
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