Florida CraftArt

At 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 • Link on FCA website • Releases to media and web listings • Signage in event gallery in a large font, on … [Read more...]

Home 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 Studio@620. Guests enjoyed: • Trolley transportation from and to Florida CraftArt with free nearby designated parking. • Tours of four … [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 more...]

Lightheaded – 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 international wines with tasting beginning at 6 PM. Only 50 tickets are available! We expect a sellout, so purchase soon.  Tickets $50 per person.   Opportunity drawings … [Read more...]

Tibetan 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 greater state of health and wellness. Alex grew up in the Himalayan country of Nepal and will also speak about the history, … [Read more...]

Florida 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 is the creation in Florida CraftArt’s exhibition gallery of a Sacred Sand Mandala. Don’t miss … [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...]

Creatures 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. This exciting juried exhibition of original artwork by more than 35 artists showcases work based on creatures-wild, exotic, domesticated, imaginary and … [Read more...]

Contemporary 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 Works: Two- and three-dimensional works Sculptural Works: Three-dimensional works that are … [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...]

Holiday 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 everyone on your list and holiday décor as well. November 3, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Opening reception … [Read more...]

Tibetan Monk Follow-Up – Art and Spirituality

A community discussion of the significance of the monks' visit and how you responded with art or poetry or personal reflection. (Show and Tell welcome.) Sunday 4/2, 2:00 p.m. In February, the Tibetan Monks created The World Peace Mandala at Florida CraftArt. How did the experience affect you? Have you written about it... a poem, perhaps a song? Have you created an artwork inspired by the event? Did you spread peace in your world? We'd like to hear about it! Come and share your art it inspired, … [Read more...]

The Art Lofts at Florida CraftArt

Location

Florida CraftArt
501 Central Avenue St. Petersburg, Florida 33701
Telephone: (727) 821-7391

Gallery Hours

Monday-Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sunday: Noon – 5 p.m.
Second Saturday Gallery ArtWalk, 5:30-9 p.m.

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