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Duncan McClellan
Glass Studio & Gallery,
2342 Emerson Ave., S., St. Petersburg,
(855) 436-4527. Exhibitions in this 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, 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.
From Mayan Hands,
2006 2nd Ave. S., St. Petersburg,
(727) 895-1112. Specializing in one-of-a-kind
Mayan folk art, textiles and handicrafts
from living Mayan Indian artists in the
highlands of western Guatemala, this
handmade art includes sculpture, santos,
dance masks, textiles, ceramics and
ceremonial objects. They are open
on Saturdays or by appointment.
Galleria Misto,
100 Indian Rocks Road,
Belleair Bluffs, (727) 559-7767. Galleria
Misto exhibits an exquisite and extensive
collection of works by respected artists of
regional and international acclaim. The
gallery features works that are modern,
passionate and inspiring. Galleria Misto
also provides a full custom framing service.
The Gallery,
200 Central Ave., Suite 111, St. Petersburg,
(727) 324-6730. The Gallery showcases
innovative exhibits of contemporary fine
art through selections from international
recognized and emerging local artists. They
will assist you with all of your curatorial
needs.
Gallery 1356,
1356 S. Ft. Harrison Ave., Clearwater,
(727) 458-4206. Sculptor J. Harrison Smith’s
studio work space and gallery showrooms
house his own, as well as other artists’
pieces.
Morean Arts Center,
719 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg,
(727) 822-7872. This is one of Florida’s
premier art experiences with all new gallery
exhibits that include a new art lounge
unlike any other. Located on the eclectic
and artsy Central Avenue and operating
three other facilities in the city, the Morean
is the creative and arts hub of St. Petersburg.
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Morean Arts Center for Clay,
at the Train Station, 420 22nd St. S.,
St. Petersburg, (727) 821-7162.
In combination with Highwater Clays
and St. Pete Clay, the Train Station is
the largest working pottery facility in
the Southeast United States. They offer
supplies, education, studio space and have
an incredible retail store with a massive
selection of locally produced art pottery.
Morean Arts Center
Glass Studio,
719 Central Ave., St. Petersburg,
(727) 827-4527. Here, you can watch
artisans create one-of-a-kind pieces right
before your eyes during daily glass blowing
demonstrations. They sell unique glass art, or
you can get hands-on and create your own
pieces with their special programs and classes.
RedZenArt,
St. Petersburg home/studio by appointment,
(727) 445-0555 or (727) 202-8572. Painter
and sculptor Jim Rolston incorporates his
studies of Yin Yang and the teachings of
the Tao into his artwork, as he attempts
to balance texture, line and color.
SwARTz Gallery,
5609 Park Blvd., Pinellas Park,
(727) 421-0553 by appointment.
Clayton Swartz’s new gallery exhibits and
sells his own indoor and outdoor metal
sculptures and mixed media pieces, as well
as works by other artists from various fields.
MUSEUMS
Appleton Museum of Art,
4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala,
(352) 291-4455. This vibrant cultural
center in the heart of Central Florida
offers one of the finest collections in the
Southeast of European, American and
Contemporary art, plus Asian, African,
Islamic and pre-Columbian artifacts.
The museum also presents a series of
exhibitions, lectures, films, workshops
and concerts.
Chihuly Collection,
720 Central Ave., St. Petersburg,
(727) 896-4527. This stunning permanent
collection of world-renowned artist Dale
Chihuly’s artwork is now in its new location
with the theater up and running.
David L. Mason
Children’s Art Museum,
1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin,
(727) 298-3322. As part of the Dunedin
Fine Art Center, this museum offers
exhibits exploring art and artists.
Dr.
Carter G. Woodson
African American History Museum,
2240 Ninth Ave. S., St. Petersburg,
(727) 323-1104. This museum’s mission
is to preserve, present and interpret
African American history and to engage
a broad and diverse audience through
these activities.
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