Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in Events.
Arts Advocates has unveiled an exciting roster of events for January 2025, designed to highlight local arts and culture while providing opportunities for community engagement. The events include a luncheon with guest speaker Morris (Marty) Hylton III, president of Architecture Sarasota; an art talk by Kathryn Chesley titled “Becoming Ladies of History;” a group exhibit […]
Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in Events.
Arts Advocates is accepting scholarship applications through February 15, 2025 for the 2025-2026 academic year. Tuition awards are given to students who are pursuing undergraduate studies in the arts, including visual and related arts, dance, creative writing, music, film, theater, architecture, and other arts fields. High school seniors and college students who will major in […]
Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in Events.
Arts Advocates is pleased to announce its schedule of November events, which includes Robert C. Manteiga’s street photography exhibit, Sarasota Ballet and Van Wezel tours, Holly Freedman’s “Listening to Women” art talk, and a luncheon celebration of Arts Advocates’ milestone 55th anniversary with a chance to win an original painting by Martha Hartman. Unless otherwise […]
Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in Events.
Arts Advocates is pleased to announce its schedule of October events, which includes the exhibit “SPAACES Studio Artists Present;” the art talk, “Truman Adams – Murals and More;” the first luncheon of the season; and the “Behind the Curtain: Exploring the Van Wezel from the Art to the Stage” tour. Unless otherwise indicated, registration is […]
Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in Events.
SARASOTA, Fla. (August 5, 2024) – Arts Advocates is pleased to announce its schedule of September events, which includes JC Wayne’s exhibit “Wondrous World: Illuminating Sacred Spaces of Memory with Art & Words in Dialogue”; a “Behind the Curtain: Exploring the Van Wezel from the Art to the Stage” tour; and the art talk, “An […]
Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in Events.
Arts Advocates is pleased to announce its schedule of July and August events. Art talks include “6 of 26: Six of the Original Florida Highwaymen Artists’ Paintings in the Arts Advocates Collection” and “Late Bloomers: Contemporary Women Artists Who Achieved Fame in Their Senior Years.” A special showcase featuring the 2024 Arts Advocates scholarship recipients […]
Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in SRQ Scoop.
Arts Advocates is pleased to announce that 10 Sarasota and Manatee county students have each been awarded $5,500 scholarships for the 2024-2025 school year. The $55,000 total is the largest amount awarded in one year and marks the celebration of Arts Advocates’ 55th anniversary. Since 1969, the scholarship program has awarded over $1.1 million to […]
Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in Events.
Arts Advocates, fervent champions of artistic expression, are thrilled to unveil their lineup of captivating events for June, showcasing the diverse talents of their member artists and honoring the profound impact of art on our lives. Join us in celebrating creativity and community engagement! Exhibit Highlight: “Seeing With Imagination” by Suzanne Havens Immerse yourself in […]
Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in Art.
Prepare for a cultural feast as Arts Advocates reveals its lineup of captivating programs and events for March, offering an array of enriching experiences for art enthusiasts of all ages. From an exclusive exhibit and sale of Highwaymen paintings to engaging workshops and insightful tours, there’s something to spark creativity and fascination for everyone. Registration […]
Written by Kelly Fores on . Posted in Art.
Arts Advocates is pleased to announce its schedule of February programs and events, including a member artist exhibit, an art talk, and a colored pencil workshop in the Arts Advocates Gallery; tours of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and Asolo Rep; and the monthly luncheon program at Sarasota Yacht Club. Unless otherwise indicated, registration […]
Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in Events.
Arts Advocates is pleased to feature its member artists who share the distinction of having served in the U.S. Armed Forces in an exhibit and an art talk in November. Both take place in the Arts Advocates Gallery, The Crossings at Siesta Key mall, 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Veteran Artist ExhibitNovember 4-25, Saturdays only, […]