William Dean Chocolates,
2790 West Bay Dr., Belleair Bluffs,
(727) 593-0656. These chocolates are
works of art and are packaged as the
gems that they are. Handcrafted, handpainted
chocolates are more than just
elegant, and they are perfect to celebrate
a special occasion, as a gift to anyone
you love, or simply to devour for your
own indulgence.
GALLERIES
Art Smart Coffee Gallery,
1275 Bayshore Blvd. (Alt. 19),
Dunedin, (813) 205-7580. Mario Gutierrez
brings you a thrilling eclectic plethora of
affordable 20th Century oil paintings,
sculptures and pottery. Find that original
seascape, cityscape, botanical or still life,
in whatever style you fancy: realism,
abstract, cubism, impressionism and
more. And, by the way, if you love
espresso, a barista will serve you
a latte you will not forget.
Christopher M. Still
Studio of Fine Painting,
324 E. Lemon St., Tarpon Springs,
(727) 942-1846. Award-winning artist
Christopher M. Still’s studio/gallery is
open by appointment.
Clay and Paper Gallery of Art,
362 Main St., Dunedin (on the
west side of the Pinellas Trail),
(727) 736-0934. Artists Barbara Melby-
Burhans and Ira Jon Burhans’ gallery
is dedicated to artwork handmade in
Florida and throughout the USA. Here,
you can find Ira’s aesthetically curved
and textured functional stoneware
pottery, Barbara’s cast paper wall
sculptures, handmade tile mosaics,
garden art and photos, plus jewelry,
glass and metal pieces, furniture,
paintings and more that have been
created by over 75 other artists.
Duncan McClellan Glass Studio &
Gallery, 2342 Emerson Ave., S.,
St. Petersburg, (855) 436-4527. Exhibitions
in this new gallery include works by
internationally recognized glass artist
Duncan McClellan, as well as by guest
artists. The dramatic events space hosts free
hot glass demonstrations and lectures, artist
residencies and classes. Open by
appointment.
Dunedin Fine Art Center,
1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin,
(727) 298-3322. The works of many
talented local artists, changing gallery
exhibits, a hands-on children’s art museum
and a well-stocked gift shop can be found
at this ever-expanding art center.
Eric Lang Peterson,
St. Petersburg, (727) 415-2464.
Contact Eric for certified appraisals of
your antiques and fine art for estates,
hurricane and other insurance claims,
as well as charitable donations.
By appointment, please.
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