Attention Florida CraftArt Members: Please join us for the virtual annual members’ meeting on September 25 at 4 p.m. See the year in review and what is upcoming for next season. ZOOM LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84893173858
Read MoreFlorida CraftArt Virtual Members’ Annual Meeting
Saturday, September 26 at 4 p.m. As a Florida CraftArt Member, you are invited to virtually celebrate the successes and shows of this fiscal year. Board President Tyler Jones will present the meeting where you will learn about upcoming exhibitions, art opportunities, and how we are keeping arts alive! Attendees will be entered into two […]
Read MoreWhat’s new at Florida CraftArt? It’s a Trifecta!
Three awesome mini-shows are on exhibit:Craft for the Home, Holiday Boutique Preview, Artists as Activists Craft for the Home You’re probably home a lot these days. Art refreshes and enlivens. Decorate with fine craft art handmade by Florida artists. Holiday Boutique Preview Why not prepare early for the holidays? From gifts to Holiday decor by […]
Read MoreContemporary Fiber in Florida 2020
Saturday, March 14 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Workshop: Breakdown Screenprinting with Susan Lumsden, continues on Sunday, March 15. Fee: FCA member: $155 Nonmember: $175 10 to 11:30 a.m. Coffee with the Artists Noon to 4 p.m. Workshop: Stitch Meditation with Bonnie Bruner. FCA member: $25 Nonmember: $45 Sunday, March 15 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Workshop: Breakdown Screenprinting […]
Read MoreTaking the Leap: From Studio Artist to Public Artist
Every year in America, millions of dollars are spent on public art projects. St. Petersburg and Pinellas County have more than a hundred works of public art. There are specific procedures and guidelines for artists to be considered for public art projects. The field is complex, and it is difficult to get started in it. […]
Read MoreThe Art of Healing
Four performances on Racism, Tolerance and Acceptance February 11, 5:30 p.m. During the St. Petersburg’s Celebration of the Arts featuring tolerance and acceptance, there will be four 10-minute performances called “The Art of Healing” on February 11. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with refreshments. A short play performed by Mimi Rice and Stephanie Roberts will […]
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 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 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 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 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 [email protected]. Guests […]
Read More[Gallery] Dia de los Muertos Exhibition and Opening Reception
Images from the Opening Reception and Awards Ceremony of Florida CraftArt’s “Dia de los Muertos: A Celebration of Life” exhibition curated by Mark Noll and sponsored by AARP. Special thanks to FCA board member Sarah Butz for conducting workshops at St. Petersburg Libraries to create the beautiful handmade paper flower arch!
Read MoreDia de los Muertos Events Schedule
Programming for the Dia de los Muertos exhibition includes artistic workshops, lectures and performances. Please let us know you would like to participate, sign up or rsvp below.
Read MoreCraftArt Festival 2018
Florida CraftArt presents the 21st  Annual CraftArt Festival 2018 (List of artists below) Saturday, November 17, 2018, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, November 18, 2018, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. CraftArt Festival 2018 is a juried contemporary craft festival in its 21st year that attracts more than 10,000 visitors each year. The CraftArt Festival […]
Read MoreHoliday Boutique
Exhibition dates: November 9-December 31, 2018 Opening reception: November 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m. 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 will help you find the perfect gift […]
Read MoreLightheaded – Wine, Food, Chocolate Pairings!
Join us in the Gallery during our “Lightheaded” exhibition for Florida CraftArt’s first wine tasting experience. The event on Friday, March 2nd at 5:30 PM will feature 7 wines, each paired with a food and a chocolate curated by Time for Wine and Prittie’s Cocoa Cafe. The evening will begin with an education on the featured […]
Read More[Gallery] Academy Prep Students visit Florida CraftArt
Academy Prep Students took a field trip to Florida CraftArt in January for the Ya La’Fords: Glyphs exhibition.
Read MoreTibetan Singing Bowls with Alex Gopali
February 1st, 5:30-7:00 at Florida CraftArt Cost: $15 general admission, $10 for AARP members with discount code! Sponsored by AARP Buy Tickets Experience a guided meditation with Tibetan singing bowls conducted by Alex Gopali, a master singing bowl healer. His meditation of relaxation and restored balance using the seven healing Chakra bowls contributes to a […]
Read MoreFlorida CraftArt presents the Sacred Art Tour of Tibetan Monks
Exhibition dates: May 29-June 3, 2018 Opening reception: May 29, 10:15 a.m. Dissolution ceremony: June 3, 1 p.m. Tibetan Monks at Florida CraftArt Eight Tibetan monks from the Drepung Gomang Monastery in India bring teachings of ancient ways and beliefs that create the possibility of global peace, nonviolent conflict resolution, compassion and wisdom. Highlighting their trip […]
Read MoreCraftArt 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 […]
Read MoreCollectors’ Lecture Series: Duncan McClellan
Collectors’ Lecture Series: October 18, 2017, 6 p.m. Glass master Duncan McClellan will explain the secrets of collecting great glass, along with wine reception. Admission is free.
Read MoreCollectors’ Lecture Series: CraftArt Preview
Collectors’ Lecture Series: November 9, 2017, 6 p.m. Sneak Peek at the artists of the CraftArt Festival 2017
Read MoreCreatures Wild and Wooly Ekphrastic Workshop
A collaboration between Keep St. Pete Lit and Florida CraftArt 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 remind us of another time in our lives. […]
Read MoreContemporary Fiber in Florida 2017
Watch a video Cindy Bartosek’s Curator Talk on Contemporary Fiber in Florida 2017 Contemporary Fiber in Florida 2017 April 28 to June 17 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. The exhibition is curated by Cindy Bartosek. Wall […]
Read More20th 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. Â The two-day festival, presented by RE/MAX METRO, was held on November 18 and 19, at Central Avenue and […]
Read MoreHoliday Boutique
November 3 – December 31, 2017 CURATOR: Liz Rogers, Gallery Manager 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 will help you find the perfect gift for […]
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