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 and a touch of magic. One of the oldest forms of theater in the world, this exhibition based upon … [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 surroundings, to building up walls or letting everything hang out, these artists … [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. The highlight of the opening reception was live models strutting fashions created by the Garden Fairies! Participating … [Read more...]
Living 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 mind of the human being. It’s sacred drama in which you are the audience as well as the participant and the purpose of it is to activate parts of the mind … [Read more...]
Fine 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 twist - a collection of violins which have been transformed by local artists and students. Live music by … [Read more...]
The 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 others have turned to the latest in 3D printing. All have created pieces which will express your personal style: fun & funky, sophisticated, organic and timeless. Artists: Vicki … [Read more...]
Tapestry 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 interest of exhibiting work and promoting the art of handwoven tapestry. Members Becky Stevens, John Nicholson, Lynn Mayne and Terri Stewart … [Read more...]
Cut, 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 installation created by members of the community using decorative papers created by Jackie Peters Cully. Smile as dragon flies float … [Read more...]
PLAY: 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 night during the exhibition is GAME NIGHT. Sign up to be a Game Master...bring your game, your friends (we'll post the game so lots of … [Read more...]
Made 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 more...]
THEATER + 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 on stage. The Opening Reception on Thursday, August 29th from 5:30-8:30pm will feature talks by the Artistic Directors of all three organizations. They make it … [Read more...]
Earthworks
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. Bound by the uniqueness of the presence of silica in all the mediums (glass, silver and clay), there is also a binding … [Read more...]
COLLECTIONS: 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: Celebrating the Art of Craft” features selected pieces from artwork of over 15 collectors. It showcases the work of current and past craft artisans of note … [Read more...]
Dodie 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 simply an artist (there was nothing simple about her), she was a walking work of art. Her sense of style, color and design were … [Read more...]
All 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 surprise as you approach the gallery! … [Read more...]
2012 Holiday Boutique Nov 2nd -Dec 29th
It's THE place to shop for all your holiday gifts! From beautiful ceramic bowls, hand woven scarves, jewelry for every outfit, ornaments made by hand by Florida artists....there's something for everyone on your list. Of course, it's difficult to make it out of the gallery without a few things on the list for YOU! Join us for the festive opening reception on Friday, November 2nd from 5:30-8:30 and be the first to see all the fun creations. Holiday Hours: Monday-Saturday 10-5:30 Sundays … [Read more...]
Creating the Crochet Coral Reef
The initial creation of the Crochet Coral Reef began in Fall 2011 when Florida CraftArt hosted small groups of crochet lessons at various locations including libraries, colleges, private homes, schools and in the Florida CraftArt classroom on the second floor. Mini-exhibits around town helped spark interest in the project and soon people from all around the state, country and even in other countries began creating coral pieces. Although the actual number of pieces is unknown, estimates put it in … [Read more...]
After Holiday Sale
20% off Entire Store December 26-December 31 only! Monday-Saturday 10am-5:30pm, Thursday til 7pm Sunday (Nov. 27-Dec. 17) noon-4pm Christmas Eve: 10am-4pm New Year's Eve: 10am-2pm … [Read more...]
