Winner of the CraftArt Festival Award of Excellence, Obayana Ajanaku is a jewelry-maker and metalsmith creates beautiful mixed-metal "wearable sculptures" inspired by the quiltmakers in his family. Obayana generously gives back to the community by teaching workshops to young students, most recently Florida CraftArt sponsored his visit to Academy Prep in St. Petersburg, Florida. … [Read more...]
Artist Spotlight: Dawn Waters
Dawn Waters is an artist who creates her pieces with a felting technique which she explains in this video. Her homage to Willie Nelson is featured in the "Contemporary Fiber in Florida 2020" exhibition at Florida CraftArt runs through August 25, 2020. Purchase Artwork from Contemporary Fiber in Florida 2020 … [Read more...]
Artist Spotlight: Marlene Glickman
Accessibility
Accessibility Please contact Julia Collver for special [email protected](727) 821 - 7391 Located in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg, Florida CraftArt's large windows provide an inviting peek into the colorful and eclectic mix of fine crafts inside. Entry into the retail and exhibition galleries is always free, and volunteers and staff have been trained to be welcoming and attentive to all visitors' needs.All spaces are ADA compliant, and the upper floor is … [Read more...]
Emerging Artist Application
CraftArt Festival Emerging Artist Program If artists have not had a solo show (outside of college) or participated in an outdoor art show, they are encouraged to apply to our Emerging Artist Program.Participating emerging artists will receive: 1O' x 1O' booth space, tent, table and chairs, a $450 value$15 per day for lunch, $30 valueSaturday evening artist receptionPhotography of work and headshotBusiness mentoring with renowned glass artist and gallery owner Duncan McClellan Emerging … [Read more...]
Renew your membership today!
We’ve added new benefits you will find worth jumping on board for. Memberships are tax-deductible and make the difference in smooth sailing ahead! We are grateful for your support in every way! Please help our membership grow and Florida CraftArt to remain the heART of this community. Click here to join or elevate your membership: https://floridacraftart.org/membership/ Check out these new benefits: Artist Premier Level: - Fees are waived to apply for exhibitions - 15% discount on … [Read more...]
Florida CraftArt and the Coronavirus – Update
Nothing is more important to us than the health and safety of our community. After careful consideration, we have made the decision to temporarily close Florida CraftArt to the public beginning Monday, March 16 and will remain closed until further notice but the staff is working virtually. We will continually reassess our operating schedule and will keep you posted. We are developing some fun virtual activities and are available to ship items from our retail gallery, stay tuned … [Read more...]
