What we fear can tell us much about ourselves. The 38 artists included in Florida CraftArt’s most recent exhibition, Ghost Stories, explore more than their own terrors but also offer images that reflect our collective anxieties and even fantastic views into worlds beyond our perception.
Read MoreFlorida CraftArt Gallery Showcases Innovation Through Artistic Collaboration during Original Exhibition – Press Release
Known internationally as an art glass master, Duncan McClellan has blown many decades’ worth of glass vessels for the use in his sandblasted, graphic-imaged art. Now, these vessels are the bases for nationally recognized craft artisans to incorporate into their own signature mediums, creating innovative new pieces.
Read MoreThe Artists of ArtLofts 2023 – Press Release
Florida CraftArt presents The Artists of ArtLofts in its Exhibition Gallery from January 6 to January 15. The 18 award-winning and emerging artists will present recent artwork which includes drawings, encaustic, fiber, frames, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, and sculpture.
Read MoreArtists’ Workbench Demonstrative Exhibition – Press Release
h exhibition. They will demonstrate how they create fine craft from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Each week visitors can watch artists working and their work will be on display and for sale in the gallery.
Read MoreTop artists exhibit and receive awards in Beyond Words: Celebrating Books as Art – Press Release
eyond Words: Celebrating Books as Art” opened June 10 at Florida CraftArt with 10 artists receiving awards. The show was judged by Robin Perry Dana, curator of ARTicles Gallery. She said, “The exhibition is a wonderful delight of the book arts field with works large and small, serious and playful.”
Read MoreWhat is a Book? Beyond Words: Celebrating Books as Art – Press Release
Beyond Words: Celebrating Books as Art is a juried exhibition showcasing fine handcrafted work by 36 artists from Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee. The diversity of contemporary books as art is highlighted by the 75 pieces on exhibit at Florida CraftArt.
Read MoreThe Artists of ArtLofts 2022 – Press Release
For Immediate Release May 12, 2022 The Artists of ArtLofts May 20 – May 31, 2022 18 artists from ArtLofts will present their work in Florida CraftArt’s Exhibition Gallery Florida CraftArt will present The Artists of ArtLofts in its Exhibition Gallery from May 20 to May 31. The 18 award-winning and emerging artists will present […]
Read MoreFlorida CraftArt and the Duncan McClellan Gallery presents Clearly Collaborative – Press Release
For Immediate Release Florida CraftArt and the Duncan McClellan Gallery presents: Clearly Collaborative: Masters of Craft meet a Master of GlassExhibition Dates: January 27 to March 11, 2023 Clearly Collaborative is an exhibition of original glass and multi-media sculptures created through an exceptional collaboration between nine multi-media master artists/makers and established glass master Duncan McClellan. “I […]
Read MoreFlorida CraftArt Presents SAQA Regional Art-quilt Exhibit – Press Release
Art-quilts created by 29 members of the Studio Art Quilt Associates, Inc. (SAQA). The show is a project of SAQA’s Florida Region, in cooperation with these Gulf regions: Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. It will travel to five additional venues in Florida, Alabama, Louisiana and Texas through summer 2023.
Read MoreArt of the Garden Show Artists Receive Awards – Press Release
Art of the Garden – Fine craft inspired by the natural beauty of gardens is a juried exhibition at Florida CraftArt showcasing the best of handcrafted work by 50 artists who created 92 pieces from delicate jewelry, fiber art, and ceramic garden sculptures. The exhibition was judged by Jennifer O. Rominiecki, President and CEO of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, who presented the awards.
Read MoreArt of the Garden Show: Fine craft inspired by the natural beauty of gardens – Press Release
Art of the Garden is a juried exhibition of original art showcasing fine handcrafted work inspired by the natural beauty of gardens. The exhibition will be judged by Jennifer O. Rominiecki, President and CEO of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens since 2015.
Read MoreArtists receive awards at Florida CraftArt Members’ Show: Contemporary Craft at its Finest – Press Release
handcrafted work by Florida CraftArt members. Thirty-seven artists created 81 pieces from intricate jewelry to glass sculptures.”
Read MoreNotice to members: Florida CraftArt is making two changes to the bylaws
Amendment to bylaws January 2022
Read MoreAwards for the 24th Annual Florida CraftArt Festival – Press Release
Awards for the 24th Annual Florida CraftArt Festival
12 of the nation’s best contemporary fine craft artists presented with $10,000 in awards
24th Annual Florida CraftArt Festival 2021 features top artists – Press Release
The 24th Annual Florida CraftArt Festival on Saturday, November 20 and Sunday, November 21, is a destination for tourists and local visitors to enjoy a fun-filled, visually exciting Florida weekend. Collectors and art lovers will be delighted by the creations of one hundred of the nation’s best contemporary fine craft artists from twelve states.
Read MoreEnvironmentally Engaged artists honored in an exhibit that inspires and creates awareness – Press Release
For Immediate Release September 13, 2021 Florida CraftArt presents: “Environmentally Engaged” exhibition of fine craftExhibition Dates: September 10-October 23, 2021 In the “Environmentally Engaged” exhibition at Florida CraftArt, artists express their concerns, hopes and fears about the environment, the impending effects of climate change, and human relationships with the natural world. At the virtual opening and awards reception […]
Read MoreArtists create awareness in “Environmentally Engaged” exhibition of fine craft – Press Release
“Environmentally Engaged” is a juried exhibition of handmade fine crafts where artists express ideas about the environment, the impending effects of climate change, and human relationships with the natural world. Through the art, visitors will be challenged to think about their connection to the earth through their actions and, hopefully, be inspired to strive for a more sustainable world.
Read MoreOh, the places we can go! exhibition of fine craft – Press Release
For Immediate Release July 1, 2021 Florida CraftArt presents: “Oh, the places we can go!” exhibition of fine craftExhibition Dates: July 9-August 28, 2021Opening Reception: July 9, 6 p.m. “Oh, the places we can go!” is a juried exhibition of handmade fine crafts where artists have created imaginative pieces inspired by places they’ve been or would like […]
Read MoreArtists win awards in the Beautiful Bountiful Bowls Exhibition of Fine Craft – Press Release
Artists have been given awards for their artwork in the Beautiful Bountiful Bowls juried exhibition. The handmade bowls were created by outstanding contemporary fine craft artists. From around the state, 33 artists created 100 pieces in ceramics, fiber, glass, metal and wood.
Read MoreBeautiful Bountiful Bowls Exhibition of Fine Craft – Press Release
For Immediate Release April 30, 2021Florida CraftArt presents: Beautiful Bountiful Bowls Exhibition of Fine Craft Exhibition Dates: May 14 – June 26, 2021Virtual Opening Reception: May 14, 6 p.m. Beautiful Bountiful Bowls is a juried exhibition of handmade bowls by outstanding contemporary fine craft artists. From around the state, 33 artists created 100 pieces in ceramics, […]
Read MoreAwards presented at Epicurean Delights Exhibition of Fine Craft – Press Release
For Immediate Release April 8, 2021Florida CraftArt presents: Awards presented at Epicurean Delights Exhibition of Fine Craft Exhibition runs through May 8, 2021 Epicurean Delights is a juried exhibition showcasing 80 deliciously handmade fine craft objects by 32 artists that will delight the foodie in all. At the opening, the show’s judges Dr. Jennifer Hardin and […]
Read MoreEpicurean Delights Exhibition of Fine Craft – Press Release
For Immediate Release March 11, 2021Florida CraftArt presents: Epicurean Delights Exhibition of Fine Craft Exhibition Dates: March 26 to May 8, 2021Virtual Opening Reception: March 26, 6 p.m. Epicurean Delights is a juried exhibition showcasing deliciously handmade objects showcasing the best of contemporary crafts to delight the foodie in all. From around the state, 30 artists […]
Read MoreAward Winners in the Members’ Show 2021 – Press Release
For Immediate Release February 1, 2021Florida CraftArt presents:Award Winners in the Members’ Show: Contemporary Craft at its FinestExhibition runs through March 20, 2021Virtual Opening Artists’ Talks: February 9, 6 p.m. Members’ Show: Contemporary Craft at its Finest is a juried exhibition showcasing original art that showcases the best of handcrafted work by Florida CraftArt members. From […]
Read MoreFlorida CraftArt Members’ Show 2021 – Press Release
For Immediate Release January 20, 2021 Florida CraftArt presents:Members’ Show: Contemporary Craft at its FinestExhibition Dates: January 29 to March 20, 2021Virtual Opening Reception: January 29, 6 p.m. Members’ Show: Contemporary Craft at its Finest is a juried exhibition of original art showcasing the best of handcrafted work by Florida CraftArt members. Forty-six artists created 79 […]
Read MoreThe Artists of ArtLofts 2021 – Press Release
January 7-23, 2021 16 artists from ArtLofts will present their work in Florida CraftArt’s Exhibition Gallery Florida CraftArt will present The Artists of ArtLofts in its Exhibition Gallery from January 7 to January 23. The 16 award-winning and emerging artists will present recent artwork which includes drawings, encaustic, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography and […]
Read MoreFlorida CraftArt welcomes new board members – Press Release
Founded in 1951, Florida CraftArt is a members-supported, statewide nonprofit gallery with a mission to serve contemporary fine craft artists and the creative economy in Florida. The organization is overseen by a Board of Directors and is proud to welcome two new members: Starlett Massey and Elizabeth Reilinger.
Read MoreFlorida CraftArt Festival IS HAPPENING! …With a Twist! – Press Release
For Immediate Release November 4, 2020 November 21 and December 5, 2020Florida CraftArt’s 23rd Festival celebrating fine craft is happening! But with a twist – it will be a smaller version of Tampa Bay’s highly anticipated annual fall festival that typically showcases 100 fine craft artists and attracts collectors and enthusiasts alike each fall in […]
Read More2020 Members’ Show: Contemporary Craft at its Finest – Press Release
For Immediate Release April 30, 2020 Florida CraftArt presents: Members’ Show: Contemporary Craft at its Finest Exhibition Dates: May 8 to August 31, 2020Virtual Opening Reception: May 8, 5:30 p.m. Members’ Show: Contemporary Craft at its Finest is a juried exhibition showcasing original art that showcases the best of handcrafted work by Florida CraftArt members. From across […]
Read MoreRising art world star added to Florida CraftArt’s Permanent Collection
For Immediate Release January 25, 2021 Florida CraftArt adds rising star to its Permanent Collection A rising star in the art world has debuted in Tampa Bay. Florida CraftArt has added her artwork to its Permanent Collection of Fine Craft. Nneka Jones’ triptych, “Layers of Identity,” is part of a series dealing with the removal […]
Read MoreFlorida CraftArt adds four new board members – Press Release
For Immediate Release: February 25, 2020 Founded in 1951, Florida CraftArt is a members-supported, statewide nonprofit gallery with a mission to serve contemporary fine craft artists and the creative economy in Florida. The organization is overseen by a Board of Directors and is proud to welcome four new members: Claudia Larrain, John Mascoll, David Ramsey […]
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