If artists have not had a solo show (outside of college) or participated in an outdoor art show, they are encouraged to apply to our Emerging Artist Program.Participating emerging artists will receive: 1O' x 1O' booth space, tent, table and chairs, a $450 value$15 per day for lunch, $30 valueSaturday evening artist receptionPhotography of work and headshotBusiness mentoring with renowned glass artist and gallery owner Duncan McClellan Emerging Artists, apply with an Emerging Artist Entry … [Read more...]
CraftArt 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 Alexandria Welker. We are excited that Florida CraftArt is going to be able to help artists by … [Read more...]
CraftArt 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 Apple Group. Collectors and art lovers were delighted by the creations of over 100 of the nation’s best contemporary fine craft artists, artist … [Read more...]
Become a CraftArt Festival Sponsor
CraftArt with a Twist Sponsorship Unfortunately, because of the virus and for the safety of all, the large CraftArt Festival was cancelled this year. However, we are excited that Florida CraftArt is going to be able to help artists by producing a smaller and safer version of the CraftArt Festival that we are calling CraftArt with a Twist. As we want to do the most to help the artists during this difficult time, we are not charging them a fee to participate. We are counting on people like … [Read more...]
Top Artists win Awards at CraftArt Festival 2017
The nation’s top contemporary craft artists came from 19 states to display and sell their creations at Florida CraftArt’s 20th Annual CraftArt Festival. The two-day festival, presented by RE/MAX METRO, was held on November 18 and 19, at Central Avenue and 5th Street in downtown St. Petersburg, kicks off the Holiday shopping season. The juried fine craft art festival features nationally established and emerging fine craft artists with handmade works in clay, fiber, glass, jewelry, … [Read more...]
CraftArt Festival Sneak Peek at Artists 2017
Get a sneak peek at the artists of CraftArt Festival 2017, presented by RE/MAX METRO, is a destination for tourists and local visitors to enjoy a fun-filled, artful Florida weekend. Collectors and art lovers will be delighted by the artwork of over 120 of the nation’s best contemporary fine craft artists, artist demonstrations, food trucks, craft beers and a children’s activity tent sponsored by The Don Cesar. The two-day festival kicks off the Holiday shopping season and features … [Read more...]
20th Annual CraftArt Festival
Record-breaking crowds flock to the 20th Annual CraftArt Festival Thousands of people came to see the nation's top contemporary craft artists from 19 states to displaying and selling their creations at Florida CraftArt's 20th Annual CraftArt Festival. The two-day festival, presented by RE/MAX METRO, was held on November 18 and 19, at Central Avenue and 5th Street in downtown St. Petersburg. The juried fine craft art festival features nationally established and emerging fine craft artists with … [Read more...]
CraftArt Festival 2016
Top Artists win awards at CraftArt Festival 2016 - Click here for CraftArt 2017 The nation’s top contemporary craft artists came from 12 states and Europe to display and sell their creations at Florida CraftArt’s 19th Annual CraftArt Festival. The two-day festival, held on November 19 and 20, at Central Avenue and Fifth Street in downtown St. Petersburg, kicks off the Holiday shopping season. The juried fine craft art festival features nationally established and emerging fine … [Read more...]
