Exhibition walkthrough with curator Cindy Bartosek March 13 - May 2, 2020 A juried exhibition with cash prizes showcasing original artwork representing contemporary approaches to fiber art, pushing the boundaries and/or traditions in media and execution. Vision Artists working in all creative disciplines are incorporating fiber into their work, stretching the boundaries of traditional fiber materials and methods, exploring unique and powerful ways to create exciting work that … [Read more...]
Florida CraftArt Members’ Show 2020 – VIRTUAL EXHIBIT
May 8-June 27, 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 need accessible art more than ever. This juried exhibition of original artwork showcases the best of handcrafted work by our members. Discover artistic home accents and furniture, jewelry, wearable art, ceramics, gifts and … [Read more...]
Environmentally Engaged – Call to Artists
June 26 - August 22, 2020 Artists express ideas about the environment, the impending effects of climate change, and human being’s relationship with the natural world. Visitors will be challenged to contemplate their connection to the earth through their actions. VISION Using fine craft techniques* artists express ideas about the environment, the impending effects of climate change, and human relationships with the natural world. Through the art, visitors will be challenged to contemplate … [Read more...]
Artists as Activists Call to Artists
September 11 - October 24, 2020 Artists have long been the harbingers of community problems, the ones to sound the alarm of danger to our democracy or bring a crucial awareness to a social issue. This exhibit will feature artists who create socially engaged art and inspire a dialogue within the community. VISION Artists currently working in fine craft* creative disciplines who are incorporating current social justice themes into their work, from climate change to elder care, are … [Read more...]
Holiday Boutique 2020
November 6-December 31, 2020 The exhibition gallery presents handcrafted art and holiday themed pieces from artists throughout Florida. Sponsored by: J. Crayton Pruitt Family Foundation … [Read more...]
CraftArt Festival 2020
23rd Annual CraftArt Festival November 21 - 22, 2020 This two-day contemporary craft festival features the best fine craft artists in the country. An Emerging Artists Program includes mentoring, free booth rental, photography and postcards of their art and a meal stipend. Programming at the festival includes children’s educational art activities and an art demonstration tent. Direct link to CraftArt Festival on Zapplication HERE. … [Read more...]
Florida CraftArt and the Coronavirus – Update
Nothing is more important to us than the health and safety of our community. After careful consideration, we have made the decision to temporarily close Florida CraftArt to the public beginning Monday, March 16 and will remain closed until further notice but the staff is working virtually. We will continually reassess our operating schedule and will keep you posted. We are developing some fun virtual activities and are available to ship items from our retail gallery, stay tuned for … [Read more...]
