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CraftArt 2012

April 11, 2012 By
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Florida Craftsmen’s CraftArt 2012 returns to the great outdoors on Saturday, November 17th & Sunday, November 18th from 10am – 5 pm  just outside the doors of Florida Craftsmen Gallery, on Central Avenue  between 4th and 5th Streets  in beautiful Downtown St. Petersburg.

One of the most eagerly anticipated arts events each year by collectors and patrons,  CraftArt features some of the nation’s best established and emerging fine craft artists with handmade works in jewelry, clay, fiber, glass, wood, metal, paper and mixed media.

Enjoy Craft Beers, sample great food, watch artist demonstrations, bid on raffle items which have been donated by the artists and participate in interactive activities. The weather is usually fabulous and it’s a great event for the whole family.

For information, call Florida Craftsmen at 727-821-7391 or email us at info@floridacraftsmen.net.

This event was designed to provide equal opportunity for enjoyment to all participants. If you would like to request any particular aids or services pursuant to disability laws, please contact Florida Craftsmen (727)821-7391 or the City of St. Petersburg Community Affairs Division at (727)893-7357 or (727)892-5259 TDD/TYY.

 

 

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Molly Potter

March 30, 2012 By
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Molly’s interests are diverse, which is evident in the way she blends clay sculpture, printmaking and mixed media in her pieces. Her sculptural pieces have some subtle message, sometimes humorous, sometimes satirical. Currently based in Ft. Lauderdale, she spent 10 years sailing around the world.

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CraftArt 2012 Press Release

March 1, 2012 By
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CraftArt 2012
Florida Craftsmen’s CraftArt 2012 Returns to Central Avenue & Fifth Street,
Downtown St. Petersburg, November 17 & 18

(April 10, 2012, St. Petersburg, FL); Florida Craftsmen’s CraftArt 2012 returns to the great outdoors on Saturday, November 17 & Sunday, November 18, just outside the doors of Florida Craftsmen Gallery, at the crossroads of Central Avenue and Fifth Street North in beautiful Downtown St. Petersburg.

“CraftArt 2012” is an invitation to out-of-town and local visitors to make November 17 and 18 a fun-filled Florida weekend. Visitors will be delighted by the work of 130 of the nation’s best contemporary craft artists, artist demonstrations, dining, craft beers and the best cultural venues on the west coast of Florida. Florida Craftsmen is proud to announce that this year’s juror is Dana Moore, the Program Director at The Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina.

For the fifth year, CraftArt, a juried fine craft art show and exhibition, will be held at the crossroads directly in front of Florida Craftsmen Gallery, located at 501 Central Avenue. One of the most eagerly anticipated arts events each year by collectors and patrons as well as by locals and visitors who plan a long weekend around the show, CraftArt features some of the nation’s best established and emerging fine craft artists with handmade works in clay, fiber, glass, jewelry, metal, paper and mixed media. The weekend will include artist demonstrations, make and take activities and craft beer.

CraftArt is only the beginning. “This year, it is all about enjoying the richness of the downtown St. Petersburg experience. We’re excited to bring the country’s finest contemporary craft artists to the “best” coast for this not to be missed event” says Diane Shelly, Florida Craftsmen’s Executive Director.

If you are a fine craft artist interested in participating in CraftArt 2012, go to www.zapplication.org to apply. Participating out-of-town artists may take advantage of reduced rates at nearby lodging specially negotiated by Florida Craftsmen for the weekend of CraftArt 2012.
To learn more about “CraftArt 2012”, visit www.floridacraftsmen.net, or contact Janie Lorenz at janie.lorenz@floridacraftsmen.net

Florida Craftsmen, Inc. is Florida’s only statewide non-profit organization representing established and emerging fine craft artists. For fifty-nine years, Florida Craftsmen has advanced and celebrated Florida’s fine crafts, in St. Petersburg and throughout the state, through exhibitions, workshops, and educational programs, making it Florida’s most important destination and primary authority for fine craft art.

Our mission is to empower the fine craft artists of Florida, enrich the community, and engage the next generation. Visit Florida Craftsmen at 501 Central Avenue in Downtown St. Petersburg or at www.floridacraftsmen.net

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Crochet Coral Reef Events

January 11, 2012 By
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The St. Petersburg Satellite Reef at Florida Craftsmen

A Satellite of the worldwide Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reef Project created by Margaret and Christine Wertheim of the Institute For Figuring in Los Angeles.

All crochet pieces should be turned in to Florida Craftsmen no later than Monday, May 21st

Installation Committees:
We will need an army of people to help install the reef. If you would like to help, come to Florida Craftsmen on any of the following dates from 10am to 5pm:

Friday, June 1st
Monday – Thursday, June 4-7

Opening Reception: Friday, June 8th     5:30-8:30
Wear your festive crochet coral adornment!

 

 

 

 

 

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Diggin’ the Arts- May 6th

January 8, 2012 By
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Florida Craftsmen will be participating in “Diggin’ the Arts”,  a Spring event at the Florida Botanical Gardens. Local fine art institutions are showcasing the art scene in Pinellas County. These include  the Museum of Fine Arts,
Dunedin Fine Arts Center, Leepa/Ratner Museum, Morean Arts Center/Chihuly Collection and Florida
Craftsmen.  Each will host a booth and offer fun and interesting activities for adults and  children.
For example, Florida Craftsmen will bring the CrochetCoral Reef and participants will crochet new sections of the Reef - their exhibition will be open from June to September. The Morean Arts Center will hold a class on how to make botanical sun catchers; theDunedin fine Art Center will invite water color artists and potters.  The Museum of Fine Arts will have reproductions of the Poppy by Georgia Okeefe to color. The Leepa/Ratner Museum  has an Andy Warhol exhibition and will demonstrate “Warholizing” visitors.

There will be a drawing for rain barrels decorated by each of the art entities, Garden tours, a Plein
Air competition in which painters paint in the gardens,- always fascinating to watch. We’ll have vendors, music, demonstrations and  refreshments will be available.
Imagine all this, plus the beauty of the Gardens in Springtime.  Join us for a wonderful day!
Florida Botanical Gardens, 12520 Ulmerton Road  Largo, FL 33774  727-582-2100
FC Rainbarrel painted by Joan Allen
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