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 […]
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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 […]
Read MorePLAY: Toys & Games Made by Artists
PLAY: Toys & Games Made By Artists| June 21-August 24, 2013 Opening Reception: Friday, June 21st 5:30-8:30pm Juror: Roger Barganier, CEO, Creative Arts Unlimited This summer is going to be lots of fun as artists showcase their creative toys and games. Innovative chess sets, memory games, winged cars and so much more. PLUS, every Thursday […]
Read MoreMade in Florida: Florida CraftArt’s Annual Members’ Exhibition
August 2-October 5, 2013 This year’s juried Members’ Exhibition will be held at the Gadsden Art Center in Quincy, Florida in the Panhandle Region. This annual exhibition showcases the finest contemporary glass, jewelry, fiber, wood, ceramics, metals and mixed media produced by artists of Florida. For information about gallery hours and location, visit Gadsdenarts.org.
Read MoreTHEATER + ART + VISION: Behind the Scenes – Thursday-Saturday, August 29th-31st
Florida CraftArt is proud to host a Behind the Scenes look at some of our local performing arts performances. Explore the process of costume, prop and set designs for American Stage, freeFall Theater and the St. Petersburg Opera as the artistic directors share initial sketches, finished products and photos of the costumes, props and sets […]
Read MoreEarthworks
January 17th – March 1st, 2014 Opening Reception Friday, January 17th 5:30-8:30pm Artists: Susan Livingston, Robert Farrell, Terri Kern, Brenda Tarbell, Mitch Lyons, Henry Gernhardt and Marilyn Endres Each artist in the “Earthworks” exhibit has made a personal commitment to their medium and pursues a high standard of excellence, originality and ethics in their work. […]
Read MoreCOLLECTIONS: Celebrating the Art of Craft
January 18-March 2, 2012 Opening Reception: Friday, January 18th 5:30-8:30pm Your eyes widen and the pace of your heart quickens….something about the artwork in front of you speaks to you in a way few other pieces do. The desire to be able to experience this piece every day is overwhelming …that’s how collecting begins. “COLLECTIONS: […]
Read MoreDodie O’Keefe: A Colorful Life
March 15-April 6, 2013 Opening Reception: Friday, March 15 5:30-8:30pm A celebration of the life and work of artist Dodie O’Keefe, a painter, designer, illustrator, and stylist who worked in just about every media. Paintings, jewelry, and wonderfully embellished textiles will be featured. This exhibition celebrates the life and work of Dodie O’Keefe. Dodie wasn’t […]
Read MoreAll Doll’d Up
All Doll’d Up! The Magic of Art Dolls April 19-June 8, 2013 Opening Reception: Friday, April 19th 5:30-8:30 These probably don’t resemble your childhood dolls unless your parents had a wicked sense of humor! Made from clay, cloth, wood, polymer clay and beads, these fabulous creations will delight and inspire you. There’s also a special […]
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