Gulfport based Metalsmith, Eric Folsom, is a gallery artist at Florida CraftArt. He makes jewelry using uncommon techniques. In 1977 Folsom moved to Sperryville, Virginia, spent ten years working under the guidance of George Anderson, and became proficient in the techniques of brazing and fabricating bronze and copper into jewelry and sculptural forms. Folsom uses an oxygen/acetylene torch for brazing, melting, bending and forming bronze welding rods. He continues the process by using various … [Read more...]
Collectors’ Circle
Are you interested in collecting? Join the Collectors' Circle! The Collectors' Circle is a program that we are expanding to a yearlong series in order to elevate what it means to truly invest in fine craft. In addition to complementing your collection with a purchase from the CraftArt Festival, we've created a series of programming designed to deepen your knowledge and enhance your appreciation of collecting. By joining the Collectors' Circle, there will be opportunities for like-minded … [Read more...]
Exhibition: Woof, Meow, Chirp and Slither
June 7-August 10, 2019 Florida CraftArt is participating with St. Petersburg’s initiative, a national movement “Better Cities for Pets,” as a pet-friendly city. In this call-to-artists exhibition, artworks of “all things pets” will include fine craft artists creations, such as 3D portraits, artful storytelling, and functional items for pets and their humans. Programming will include artists’ demos, workshops, pet meet-and-greets, and partnerships with nonprofit organizations and … [Read more...]
CraftArt Festival 2018 hosted record-breaking crowds
More than 12,000 of St. Petersburg’s residents and visitors enjoyed the free 21st Annual CraftArt Festival held on Saturday, November 17 and Sunday, November 18, just outside the doors of the Florida CraftArt Gallery, at the crossroads of Central Avenue and 5th Street in Downtown St. Petersburg. CraftArt Festival 2018 was presented by the Red Apple Group. Collectors and art lovers were delighted by the creations of over 100 of the nation’s best contemporary fine craft artists, artist … [Read more...]
