You're probably home a lot these days. Art refreshes and enlivens. Decorate with fine craft art handmade by Florida artists. … [Read more...]
Holiday Boutique 2020
November 6-December 31, 2020 The exhibition gallery presents handcrafted art and holiday themed pieces from artists throughout Florida. Why not prepare early for the holidays? From gifts to Holiday decor by Florida talented artists, you'll get a start to make the days magical.Join us Saturday, September 12 at 4 p.m. for the Virtual Opening live via Zoom! Holiday Boutique Preview RSVP Sponsored by: J. Crayton Pruitt Family Foundation … [Read more...]
Contemporary 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 with Susan Lumsden, from March 14 12:30 p.m. Curator’s talk Cindy Bartosek Saturday, April 18 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. VIRTUAL … [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...]
Florida CraftArt Members’ Show 2020 – VIRTUAL EXHIBIT
Order a Printed Copy of "Members' Show: Contemporary Craft at its Finest 2020" Exhibition Book May 8-August 31, 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 … [Read more...]
Contemporary Fiber in Florida 2020
Contemporary Fiber in Florida 2020 Exhibition Book Purchase a printed copy of Contemporary Fiber in Florida 2020 Exhibition walkthrough with curator Cindy Bartosek March 13 - August 22, 2020 - SHOW EXTENDED 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, … [Read more...]
Inside the World of Public Art
January 24 - March 7, 2019 Inside the World of Public Art Curated by Ann Wykell Public art is a reflection of how we see the world – the artist’s response to our time and place combined with our own sense of who we are. –Association for Public Art This exhibit displays the exuberant spirit and creative diversity of public art that enhances the cultural life of our community. Eight artists whose monumental work in the Tampa Bay area engages traditional craft media are profiled, along with … [Read more...]
Sacred 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 in its divine form and represent a map by which the ordinary human mind is transformed into the enlightened mind. Don’t miss … [Read more...]
Artists of ArtLofts 2020
January 7-18, 2020 Opening Reception and Meet the Artists on January 10, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Artists of ArtLofts Florida CraftArt will present The Artists of ArtLofts in its exhibition gallery from January 7 to January 18. The 19 award-winning and emerging artists will present recent artwork which includes drawings, encaustic, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography and sculpture. ArtLofts is on the second floor of Florida CraftArt and has working artists’ studios. The studios … [Read more...]
Florida CraftArt Permanent Collection at Crealdé School of Art
Crealdé School of Art, a nonprofit art organization located in Winter Park, will be featuring distinguished Florida fine craft artists in two simultaneous exhibitions. They will be on display until January 11, 2020. The first opening reception, for Collecting for Half a Century: Fine Craft from the Florida CraftArt Permanent Collection exhibition will be held Friday, September 20, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Crealdé School of Art's main campus. The Hannibal Square Heritage Center, a program … [Read more...]
Holiday Boutique 2019
November 1-December 31, 2019 Holiday Boutique The exhibition gallery presents handcrafted art and holiday themed pieces from artists throughout Florida. 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 … [Read more...]
CraftArt 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 at the beginning of his or her professional artist career, has not had a solo art show, and … [Read more...]
Beautiful & Bizarre
Figurative Ceramics Invitational of Renowned National Artists August 23 - October 20, 2019 Opening Reception Friday, August 23, 5:30-7 p.m. Curated by Taylor Robenalt Nationally renowned ceramic artists explore human and animal figures, along with fantastic beings that bridge the gap between the real and surreal. These powerful sculptures capture ideas and emotions covering topics from mythology to political to playful. Mark Your Calendar for Beautiful & Bizarre … [Read more...]
Exhibition: Woof, Meow, Chirp and Slither
June 7-August 10, 2019 Florida CraftArt is participating with St. Petersburg’s initiative, a national movement “Better Cities for Pets,” as a pet-friendly city. In this call-to-artists exhibition, artworks of “all things pets” will include fine craft artists creations, such as 3D portraits, artful storytelling, and functional items for pets and their humans. Programming will include artists’ demos, workshops, pet meet-and-greets, and partnerships with nonprofit organizations and … [Read more...]
Florida CraftArt Members’ Show 2019
Florida CraftArt Members’ Show Contemporary Craft at its Finest 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 more. April 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Meet the artists, art lovers and other members at the opening reception. Tuesday, May 7, 5:30 p.m. Collecting Fine Craft Lecture - Katie Deits and Mary Childs (Collectors' Circle) Saturday, May 11, 5-9 p.m. … [Read more...]
QUEST: Celebration of Glass
March 7-April 20, 2019 QUEST: Celebration of Glass In honor of the Glass Art Society Conference (GAS) in St. Petersburg, Duncan McClellan and Mary Childs will curate an exhibition of glass masters who draw on mythological, cultural, and personal imagery. Each work of art illustrates the artist’s intimate and expansive journeys of self-exploration and communication. GAS holds a three-day conference with more than 2,000 attendees from the glass world; last year, it was held in Murano, … [Read more...]
Offbeat Bijou: Alternative materials, processes and ideas in Jewelry
January 25-March 2, 2019 Opening Reception: January 25, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Jewelry artist demonstration: February 13, 1 p.m. Curated by Kelsey Nagy and Melissa Yungbluth It’s the 21st century, and if you want to be forward-thinking and wear jewelry that reflects contemporary life, the exhibition “Offbeat Bijou” at Florida CraftArt is for you. Independent curators Kelsey Nagy and Melissa Yungbluth invited artists from across the country who make jewelry using nontraditional methods, materials … [Read more...]
Artists of ArtLofts 2019
January 8-19, 2019 Artists of ArtLofts Come and meet nineteen artists of ArtLofts as Florida CraftArt presents in its Exhibition Gallery their exhibition "INTENTIONS." See original paintings, drawings, mixed media, photography, sculpture, glass and jewelry. OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, January 11, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. … [Read more...]
At Home with Craft
Exhibition dates: September 7-October 27, 2018 Opening reception: September 7, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Closing reception: October 27, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thank you to our sponsors: Strobel Design Build, Fisher & Sauls, P.A., Housetrends Magazine A decade after Florida CraftArt’s first “At Home with Craft” show, the Exhibition Gallery will be transformed into a home complete with foyers, patio, living room, bedroom, dining room and more. Every item in every room, from the kitchen sink, … [Read more...]
Dolls and Where They Live
Artist-made dolls from sweet to gothic to outrageous in environments suggestive of where the dolls might live are in Florida CraftArt's Exhibition Gallery through July 28. Dolls were fashioned and submitted by over 30 artists including members of the National Institute of Doll Artists, artists from around America and from as far away as New Zealand. The exhibition was judged by Loretta Nardone, President of the United Federation of Doll Clubs (UFDC) an international organization with more than … [Read more...]
