Illsol Space Michelle and Tony ‘All for Love’ Mural
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Illsol Space is an artistrun
gallery in Tampa
Heights that features
exhibitions of local,
national and international
art. Additionally, the
gallery host community
events and workshops
throughout the year.
Michelle Sawyer and Tony Krol are the husband and wife
team that founded and created Illsol Space. The name
“Illsol” combines Sawyer and Krol while referencing
the Spanish word for “sun” and Michelle’s half-Cuban
heritage. Both Michelle and Tony are local artist as well.
Michelle’s work is clean-lined, often symmetrical, and
bold, while Tony’s work is often distressed, layered,
and muted at times. Their work together is in the realm
pieces are subtly textured with overlaying clear images
and bold lines.
In 2017 the couple opened Illsol as a contemporary
art gallery to give local and international artists a fresh
artist-curated place to showcase their work. The goal of
the venue is to build up the existing local art community
and provide a way for Tampa Bay to be exposed to
workshops, and events for children are also a part of
the monthly schedule of events they host. Giving back
to the community they live and work in is a priority.
The space delivers the essence of the art culture with
a relaxed local feel incorporating both a visual and
musically artistic vibe.
illsol.com