Art Perspectives
Curatorial’s Choice
jul 14 – aug 18 A curatorial committee has selected Ronnie Burak, Francesca Tabor-Miolla and Helen Moody, all artist members of the Cultural Center, to exhibit their works in the main gallery. Burak’s photographs, Tabor-Miolla’s mixed-media work and Moody’s paintings create a colorful exhibition which combines expression and nature. The Scene Gallery exhibition features infrared capture photography works by laird. His piece titled Key West, FL., pictured here, was awarded Best in Show during the Cultural Center’s Celebrate...
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saturday, jun 3 Fashion designer Alexandra Ni presents her new line, Never Speak to Strangers, through an immersive, sensual gourmet experience in collaboration with local musicians and mixologists and featuring local cuisine. “We will have all five senses addressed: sound, imagery, taste, scent, touch (texture),” says Ni. Ni practices an artistic and artisanal approach in her work, creating limited edition and one-of-a-kind pieces made by hand from high grade natural fabrics. Proceeds to benefit FGI of North Florida’s “Rising...
read moreSharon Goldman’s Water Series
thru july Ponte Vedra Beach artist Sharon Goldman’s new Water Series, comprised of more than thirty-five pieces, has been selected for exhibition in two local galleries simultaneously. A native Floridian, Goldman has always been surrounded by water. She strives to create work that captures the spirit of Florida. Her colorful palette, unique cropping, and background as a designer and art director help her envision her novel compositions. Reflections, movement, distortion, light and shadow dominate her new work. Goldman paints from her own...
read moreJo Sinclair
may 6 – 27 St. Augustine-based artist Jo Sinclair has ventured into uncharted waters with the graphic and richly layered mixed media paintings that make up her newest body of work, Navigating the Soul’s Journey. Reception, May 6, 4–7 p.m. Artist’s Talk, May 19, 11 a.m. Arts on Douglas, 123 Douglas Street, New Smyrna Beach, (386) 428-1133.
read moreDinosaurs In Motion
may 27 – sept 10 Dinosaurs in Motion is a new, interactive, engaging STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts & mathematics) exhibition that is truly for visitors of all ages. Dinosaurs in Motion engages and educates the visitor by using fourteen magnificent, fully interactive, recycled life-size metal dinosaur sculptures inspired by actual fossils. Dinosaurs in Motion is an amazing blend of science, art and innovation. The life-sized metal sculptures captivate visitors, while their exposed mechanics illustrate science and technology...
read more15th Annual Sea Turtle Show
may 25 – july 4 Local, regional, and national artists create sea turtle-themed art with a portion of the proceeds going to The Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol. This is the patrol’s largest fund-raiser – First Street Gallery’s donation last year was over $500. This year’s artists include Liz Lind, Susan Fitzgerald, Will Dickey and Maureen Buik. Sea turtles created in glass, clay, jewelry, paintings, photography and metal will be on display and available for purchase. Members of the Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol will be available at the opening to answer...
read moreSt. Augustine Music Festival
jun 15 – 24 Legendary pianist Leon Fleisher, young violin sensation Nigel Armstrong, and the acclaimed Diaz Trio are among the guest artists set for the 11th Annual St. Augustine Music Festival, the largest, free festival of its kind in the U.S. Concerts start at 7:30 each evening, June 15–17 and June 22–24, in the historic St. Augustine Cathedral Basilica. Admission is free, but due to the world-class concert series’ growing popularity, some concerts may require a (free) pass for entry. Visit www.StAugustineMusicFestival.org or subscribe to...
read moreJacksonville Artists Guild
First Street Gallery welcomes The Jacksonville Artists Guild for a juried exhibition of beach-related art.
read moreDressing Downton Exhibition Opening Reception
Celebrate in high style at the opening reception for the Lightner Museum’s most anticipated exhibition, Dressing Downton: Changing Fashion for Changing Times, on October 3. This is early notice, but tickets are now on sale and going fast.
read moreRitz Chamber Players 3rd Annual Hat Luncheon
A benefit for the Ritz Chamber Players, the Hat Luncheon is a festive gathering celebrating the community and culture that is uniquely Jacksonville.
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