Florida CraftArt

06/01/2026

🌈Textures of pride
Florida CraftArt is proud to represent these truly talented artists of the Sunshine State 🌞

Come see our new window and front table displays during business hours!
Open Monday - Saturday from 10-5:30 & Sundays from 12-5

05/11/2026

Florida CraftArt is bringing makers, arts organizations, educators, and supporters together for a statewide conversation—and we’d love for you to be part of it.
This virtual gathering is designed to spark connections, share ideas, and strengthen the network of people and organizations championing craft across Florida. It’s an opportunity to learn from each other, promote what’s happening in your corner of the state, and explore ways we can collaborate.

As part of Florida CraftArt’s 75th Anniversary and our participation in Handwork 2026, we have been celebrating with two exhibitions: The Makers That Made Us, which recently closed and reflected on the artists and moments that have shaped our history, and Florida NOW (on view through June 13), a look at contemporary craft across the state.

✨When: Tuesday, May 19 at 2:00 p.m. (ET)
Where: Zoom
To Register (link in bio): floridacraftart.org/events-calendar/statewide-zoom/

Agenda:
- Welcome & Overview
- Florida NOW: Artists in Conversation - moderated by Holly Hanessian , curator of Florida NOW, featuring artists Wendy Bruce , Marty Fielding , and Cheri Dunnigan
- Spotlight on the Florida School of Woodwork : Meighan Hornady, President of the School, will share updates on current programs and offer insight into the Schools approach on craft education
- Open Discussion: an open floor for attendees to promote events, share opportunities, and bring forward ideas or issues for discussion

Whether you’re a craft artist, a representative from an arts organization, an educator, or simply a passionate supporter of fine craft, your voice is welcome in the conversation.

Let’s connect, inspire, and work together to keep Florida’s craft community vibrant and strong.
Save the date and join us!

✨To Register (link in bio): floridacraftart.org/events-calendar/statewide-zoom/

Artwork Credit (currently on view @ FCA):
Teapot and Platform by Marty Fielding
Open to Change by Wendy Bruce
Shell Form #3 by Cheri Dunnigan

05/07/2026

Sneak peak of our new exhibition Florida NOW!

✨ Join us for the opening reception THIS Saturday, May 9th from 6-8pm ✨

Presented as Florida Craftart’s 75th Anniversary, Florida NOW is one of two major exhibitions the organization is producing to mark this milestone year. By bringing together artists from diverse regions of the state, Florida NOW offers a focused representation of what craft in Florida looks like today - bold, skillful, and deeply connected to place, process, and lived experience.

See you on Saturday!!

05/05/2026

https://ilovetheburg.com/florida-now-st-pete/ - Thank you I Love the Burg St. Pete for the wonderful editorial on Florida NOW.

Experience the exhibition this Saturday! RSVP to the opening reception here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1H2gqfrQyW/

There’s no better time to check out Florida’s contemporary craft scene than now, and Florida NOW takes that idea seriously. Opening at Florida CraftArt (501

04/29/2026

How are craft artists examining the intersection of technology with traditional techniques? We’d like to know!

Apply to be a part of our upcoming exhibition, Future Form, by THIS SUNDAY, May 3rd.

To learn more and apply, please visit:
https://floridacraftart.org/artist-opportunities/

Artwork/videos provided by Gillian Harper

04/27/2026

Thank you The North American Reciprocal Museum Association for the feature on our upcoming exhibit, Florida Now!

For more information about programming and dates, please visit our website here: https://floridacraftart.org/upcoming-exhibtions/florida-now/

Did you know we have NARM reciprocal benefits for members? Learn more about which tiers include NARM and become a member today: https://floridacraftart.org/support/

Florida NOW
May 2–June 13, 2026
Florida CraftArt
St. Petersburg, Florida
floridacraftart.org

"Florida NOW" highlights the depth and diversity of contemporary fine craft being produced across the state today by bringing together artists working in clay, glass, fiber, metal, wood, and mixed media. It reflects a wide range of approaches, from a deep focus on materials and process to work that explores ideas, stories, and personal experience. Together, these works offer a vivid snapshot of how artists across Florida are working in craft today.

Presented as part of Florida CraftArt’s 75th Anniversary, "Florida NOW" is also connected to Handwork 2026, a nationwide effort recognizing the enduring cultural impact of craft in America and reflecting on the nation’s 250-year history through the work of makers.

[Image: Lauren Shapiro, Spectral Nature.]

04/25/2026

Our upcoming exhibition 𝘍𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘢 𝘕𝘖𝘞 opens next Saturday, May 2nd! 🎉 Please join us for the opening reception on Saturday, May 9th from 6-8 pm during Second Saturday ArtWalk 🎨✨

𝘍𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘢 𝘕𝘖𝘞 is an exhibition of contemporary fine craft by artists from across Florida, highlighting work in traditional materials approached with fresh vision and urgency. Curated by Holly Hanessian, recently retired Head of Ceramics at Florida State University and a nationally respected artist and educator, the exhibition reflects the breadth and vitality of craft practice taking place throughout the state today.

Presented as part of Florida CraftArt’s 75th Anniversary, 𝘍𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘢 𝘕𝘖𝘞 is one of two major exhibitions the organization is producing to mark this milestone year. By bringing together artists from diverse regions of the state, 𝘍𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘢 𝘕𝘖𝘞 offers a focused representation of what craft in Florida looks like today—bold, skillful, and deeply connected to place, process, and lived experience.

Participating artists include: Wendy Bruce, Largo, fiber; Cheryl Dunnigan, Naples, jewelry; Marty Fielding, Tallahassee, clay; Dominique Labauvie, Tampa, metal; Jillian Mayer, Miami, glass; Milton Mizell, Miami, wood; Charles Parkhill, Tampa, wood; Evelyn Politzer, Miami, fiber; Lauren Shapiro, Miami, clay; Rob Stern, Dania Beach, glass.

📣 Additional programming: Join us for a Statewide Zoom Panel Discussion led by Holly Hannessian on Tuesday, May 19th at 2pm ET

For more information check out our website: floridacraftart.org -> events tab -> events calendar

Link: https://floridacraftart.org/events-calendar/florida-now-zoom/

04/17/2026

Our current exhibition “The Makers Who Made Us” closes next Wednesday, April 22nd. If you haven’t had the chance to come check it out, stop by this weekend or early next week!

Hours:
Monday-Friday: 10-5:30 pm
Sunday: noon-5 pm

Created in celebration of Florida CraftArt’s 75th anniversary, this exhibition honors the visionary artists who have shaped Florida’s craft landscape since the organization’s founding in 1951. This milestone show spotlights the makers whose creativity, innovation, and dedication have defined fine craft in Florida across generations.

Featuring ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, wood, metal, and mixed media, the exhibition is drawn predominantly from Florida CrattArt’s permanent collection. Together, these works reflect the depth, diversity, and lasting influence of the artists who helped build Florida CraftArt’s legacy - and whose impact continues to shape its future.

Curated by Michele Tuegel and Jorge Vidal

04/16/2026

ATTENTION Craft Artists!! We currently have several opportunities available on our website!

If you are interested in being a part of our Emerging Artist Program or any of our upcoming exhibitions, please visit:
FloridaCraftArt.org/Artist-Opportunities/

DEADLINES:

✨Emerging Artist Program Deadline: Friday, April 17

💡Future Form Deadline: Sunday, May 3

🔁x1000 Deadline: Sunday, June 7

🔥Formed by Fire Deadline: Sunday, July 19

Questions? Email [email protected] or call 727-821-7391

Artwork Credit:
- Future Form: Oliver Hampel
- x1000: Matt Jones
- Formed by Fire: Jim Brady Photography

04/15/2026

Attention craft artists! We currently have several exciting opportunities available on our website!

If you are interested in being a part of our Emerging Artist Program or any of our upcoming exhibitions visit:
www.floridacraftart.org/artist-opportunities

Emerging Artist Program Deadline: April 17th
Future Form Exhibition Deadline: May 3rd
x1000 Exhibition Deadline: June 7th
Formed by Fire Exhibition Deadline: coming soon

Please apply! Applications are now open 😊