January 24 – February 3, 2018 Meet the artists at a reception on Friday, January 26, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Florida CraftArt will present The Artists of ArtLofts in its exhibition gallery from January 24 to February 3. The 18 award-winning and emerging artists will present recent artwork which includes drawings, encaustic, glass, jewelry, mixed […]
Read MoreSacred Art Tour of Tibetan Monks 2017
Watch videos of the Sacred Art Tour of Tibetan Monks at Florida CraftArt On January 31, Florida CraftArt welcomed eight exiled Tibetan Buddhist Monks from the Drepung Gomang Monastery in India who created a sand mandala in our exhibition gallery. This was a great experience where they shared Tibetan culture and traditions, as well as […]
Read MoreA Well Crafted Tale
Open, juried exhibition at Florida CraftArt! June 24 – August 13, 2016 Opening Reception: Friday, June 24th 5:30-8:30pm 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 […]
Read MoreSparkle & Shine Holiday Boutique
It’s that magical time of year again, and you can expect to be dazzled by Florida CraftArt’s amazing collection of handcrafted, one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your holiday list…including you! Experience the ultimate shopping experience with new jewelry, clay, glass, ornaments and more – handcrafted by over 300 of Florida’s most talented artists. We are […]
Read MoreSharp Edges: Snip…Stitch…BANG
Three Unique Visions in Metal: Jane Dennis, Charlotte Mansur and Leslie Stuart Matthews Curated by The Oiseaux Sisters (Susan Andrews and Carolyn Fellman) January 13 – February 25, 2017 Charlotte Mansur: “I work as if the small tin pieces were brush strokes. I start with an image, and through time spent alone in my […]
Read MoreArtists of ArtLofts
March 1-4, 2017 17 artists from ArtLofts will present their work in Florida CraftArt’s exhibition gallery in a four-day exhibition During a four-day pop-up exhibition from March 1 to March 4, Florida CraftArt will present The Artists of ArtLofts in its exhibition gallery. The 16 award-winning and emerging artists will present recent artwork which […]
Read MoreRound Square
March 10 – April 22, 2017 JOIN US FOR COFFEE & GUAVA PASTRIES this Thursday, April 20 from 10:30 – Noon. This is the last week for “Round Square” at Florida CraftArt featuring the work of Kendra Frorup, Babette Herschberger; Charles Parkhill, and Edgar Sanchez Cumbas. Join curator Katherine Gibson of ArtHouse3 and Jose Gelats […]
Read MoreRole Models
January 9-February 20, 2016 Opening Receptions at Florida CraftArt and the Morean Arts Center: Saturday, January 9th 5:00-9:00pm Sponsored by Beth Morean and Kathryn Boeckman Howd Role Models is an exhibition that brings all that Florida ceramics has to offer to the forefront. Artists like Linda Arbuckle, Christine Federighi, McKenzie Smith, and Bonnie Seeman have […]
Read MoreSlices of Life Exhibition
Raven Skyriver March 4-April 23, 2016 Opening Reception-Friday, March 4th 5:30-8:30 “Slices of Life”, curated by award winning artist and owner of  the Duncan McClellan Gallery, explores the intricacies of the “Cold work” process on blown and cast glass, and how this process transforms glass work, taking it from its initial incarnation to a whole […]
Read MoreTop Shelf: A Florida CraftArt Members’ Exhibition
May 6 – June 11, 2016 Florida CraftArt Exhibition Gallery This exhibition shines a light on the incredible talents of the fine craft artists of Florida. Entries range from jewelry to sculpture, beading to furniture and so much more. Entries are from artists throughout the state, from as far away as West Palm Beach and […]
Read More“Uncommon Couture”
August 28-October 24, 2015 Opening Reception: Friday, August 28th 5:30-8:30pm “Uncommon Couture” crosses the boundary between Art and Fashion just in time to celebrate St. Petersburg’s Art & Fashion Week. Fashion Designer Lina Teixeira’s showcase garments tell the story of one of King Henri’s doomed wives and her bridesmaid, all created in recycled materials. Her […]
Read MoreFlorida Cool for the Holidays
 Holiday Boutique at Florida CraftArt November 6th- Dec 31st, 2015 The ultimate shopping experience with fine jewelry, clay, glass, ornaments and more, handcrafted by Florida’s most talented artists. New work arriving every day! Please join us for a festive Opening Reception Friday, November 6th  5:30-8:30
Read More“World On a String” Exhibition
Featuring the Pellone/Barrett Puppet Collection and Florida Artists Curated by Christine Renc-Carter June 26-August 15, 2015 Opening Reception: Friday, June 26th  5:30-8:30pm Collector/Artist Talk, Friday, June 26th 7:00pm The art of puppetry is to capture the essence of the human spirit through theatrical storytelling, where the artist and object become one through performance art, theater […]
Read More“Boundary Lines” Exhibition
May 1st-June 13, 2015 Opening Reception: Friday, May 1st      5:30-8:30pm Artist Talk May 1st  5pm Florida CraftArt Gallery, 501 Central Ave., St. Petersburg Curated by Amanda Cooper, Exhibition Curator for the Morean Art Center In Boundary Lines, five artists explore the issue of personal space using sculpture, ceramics, installation and embroidery. From the social media landscape to more natural […]
Read More“Garden of Earthly Pleasures” Exhibition
“Garden of Earthly Pleasures” Exhibition March 6- April 18, 2015 Opening Reception: Friday, March 6th 5:30-8:30pm Experience the Florida CraftArt exhibition gallery as it turns into a garden paradise. From custom fountains to pottery and glass to outrageous fashions, the Garden of Earthly Pleasures will showcase the work of over 30 Florida fine craft artists. […]
Read MoreLiving with Mysticism: The Power of Visual Vodou
“Living with Mysticism- the Power of Visual Vodou” Curated by Mindy Solomon, owner of the Mindy Solomon Gallery, Miami Exhibition Dates: January 16 – February 21, 2015 Opening Reception: Friday, January 16th  5:30 – 8:30pm Curator’s Talk: Friday, January 16th at 4pm     Free and open to the public The purpose of ritual is to change the […]
Read MoreFine Tuned
Fine Tuned: A Fresh Take On Musical Instruments Exhibition Dates: July 18th– August 23rd, 2014 Opening Reception:  Friday, July 18th   5:30 – 8:30pm From classic instruments like hand-crafted dulcimers, psalteries and guitars to crazy legs on grand pianos and percussion instruments posing as furniture, this exhibition will delight visitors. Featuring handcrafted guitars plus a fun […]
Read MoreThe Magic of Making: Adornment
May 23rd – July 5, 2014 Opening Reception- Friday, May 23rd  5:30-8:30pm Artists’ Talk- Friday, May 23rd at 4:30pm The materials vary from gold and silver to wool felt, from wood to polymer clay, but the common thread is the hand of the maker. Some of the artists are inspired by ancient materials while […]
Read MoreTapestry Visions X 4 and Su Griggs Allen
Tapestry Visions X 4 and Su Griggs Allen Exhibition March 14- May 3, 2014  Opening Reception: Friday, March 14th   5:30-8:30pm Tapestry Visions X 4 Tapestry Weavers: Lynn Mayne, John Nicholson, Becky Stevens and Terri Stewart Tapestry Artists of Sarasota (TAOS) is composed of four experienced tapestry artists who came together in 1997 with the shared […]
Read MoreCut, Fold, Shred
Leaves for Sale! Hundreds of creative ways to use these handcrafted leaves $2 each. September 6th – October 19, 2013 Opening Reception: Friday, September 6th  5:30-8:30pm Florida CraftArt presents a showcase of paper art from beautiful carved, folded, cut out paper objects and realistic 3D paper sculptures to altered books. Roam through “Falling Leaves”, an […]
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