Art

Healing Through Art in Downtown Sarasota

March 26, 2022 | Art

More Too Life, a local non-profit, is partnering with renowned Sarasota artist, Marie Thérèse Lacroix, to explore how art can impact the healing of victims of human trafficking and the commercial sexual exploitation of children. During the month of March, Marie T will be working with…

Arts Advocates Receive Gift of George Pappas Paintings

February 12, 2022 | Art

Arts Advocates is pleased to announce the receipt of a gift of two paintings by George Pappas: “Greek Time,” oil on canvas, 84 x 60 inches; and “Beauty and the Beast,” oil on canvas, 60 x 72 inches. Dr. Sarah Pappas, wife of the late George Pappas (1929-2021), made this generous gift to the organ…

Sarasota Studio Artists Association

Local Artists Launch Sarasota Studio Artists Association

February 5, 2022 | Art

From the Folks at “Visit Sarasota.” Sarasota County is known for its iconic art destinations, including the famed Ringling Museum of Art, but a local group of artists is paving its own path in the arts scene with the creation of the Sarasota Studio Artists Association. Comprising a dynamic c…

Mark Runge: Peace is Patriotic Art Opening
Veteran’s Day – Thursday, Nov. 11, 7pm at Fogartyville

November 6, 2021 | Art

On Veteran’s Day, Thursday, November 11, Fogartyville will open its 2021/2022 Visual Arts Gallery season with Peace is Patriotic, a solo show by artist and educator Mark Runge of Miami, Florida. Mark will demonstrate his longtime work using gunpowder as an art medium. A reception will be …

Pop Culture Icon Peter Max Retrospective to present in Tampa

October 13, 2021 | Art

A Retrospective Collection, with a significant nod to music, the arts, and the legacy of the Pop Art genre from the studio of artist legend, Peter Max, will be on exhibition and available for acquisition in a limited engagement presentation at Michael Murphy Gallery, Tampa’s premier fine art gall…

Michael Murphy Gallery Presents SALVADOR DALI: THE ARGILLET COLLECTION

September 8, 2021 | Art

Michael Murphy Gallery, Tampa’s premier fine art gallery, is proud to announce its presentation of Salvador Dali: The Argillet Collection. The collection is on exhibition and available for acquisition at the gallery: Previews begin September 16th 2021. Mic…

Joan Libby Hawk

Suncoast Artists Joan Libby Hawk and Jana Millstone Unveil Latest Color & Clay – Duet

July 24, 2021 | Art

Sarasota ceramist Joan Libby Hawk and painter Jana Millstone, who forged their Color & Clay – Duet art collaboration working remotely during the pandemic, relished the real life reveal of their latest two-medium creations – ceramics and painting – in WOMXN FOR ART at Mara Studio + Gallery. “…

Limited Engagement – New Works from Renowned Painter Amy Donaldson

May 22, 2021 | Art

Renowned Artist Amy Donaldson accompanies her artwork for a limited engagement presentation May 22nd through June 12th, 2021 at the Michael Murphy Gallery. Michael Murphy Gallery. The Solo Exhibition features an opening reception with the Artist on Saturday, May 22nd from 6pm to 9pm. …

Art in Education

Art in Education: Why It’s Important for Students

March 24, 2021 | Art

Art is a global language that allows people to communicate and express their feelings differently without making any bodily contact. The meaning of art is considered indefinite, so different people have different perspectives on how they perceive art. When describing art, most people perceive art…

2nd Annual Lakewood Ranch Art Festival

March 7, 2021 | Art

A new palette of exquisite, original, handmade art comes to downtown Lakewood Ranch on March 13-14, 2021, with the 2nd Annual Lakewood Ranch Art Festival. The event is held on Lakewood Main Street, downtown. Hours are 10 am – 5 pm both Saturday and Sunday with free admission. More to spend on…

Art Maker Libby Hawk Salutes International Women’s Day in Sarasota

March 3, 2021 | Art

Joan Libby Hawk, ceramist and painter, opens LIBBY HAWK ART MAKER online gallery/shop, March 1, 2021, showcasing her contemporary ceramics and paintings timed to celebrate International Women’s Day, March 8, 2021. Ms. Libby Hawk selected International Women’s Day to salute women makers everywhere…

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