Spring into Downtown Punta Gorda
So much Spring to enjoy! Everyone is invited to participate in an early Spring evening in downtown Punta Gorda on Friday, March 27th, from 3-8 pm. Shops, galleries, and boutiques will be open for browsing, and you can choose from many restaurants and bars for drinking and dining. You can also treat yourself to a relaxing experience or a style refresh at a salon or spa. So join us, enjoy the mild weather, bring your ... Read More
March and April Guest Artist Suzanne Pisano
Raised in southern New York State, Suzanne Pisano has always been interested in art. She holds Bachelors and Masters degrees in computer science from Iona College where she also studied art. She operates her studios in Big Pine Key and North Port, Florida where she designs and produces fine jewelry, photographs, fused glass bowls, painted decor, and other handcrafted items. Suzanne studied silversmithing, lapidary, and glass manipulation under some highly esteemed jewelers and glass artists ... Read More
March and April Guest Artist Diane Palmquist
I was born and raised in Pennsylvania and became interested in art and craft in high school. I moved to Connecticut where I lived and worked for 35 years. I made my living working out of my home studio and was represented in galleries and juried shows from Virginia to Vermont. I was a member of a 100 member co-op and school where we had clay, weaving, metal artists and work areas. I was also ... Read More
Photos from Horse Rescue Charity Reception
Many thanks to all who made our South West Florida Horse Rescue charity reception on February 19th such a successful event. We are grateful to member artist Jim Beech who suggested South West Florida Horse Rescue as our 2025/2026 designated charity, to the committee who organized the refreshments and decorations, and to The Flood Brothers for providing musical entertainment. But we are especially grateful to all who supported this charitable effort by purchasing gift basket ... Read More
March Artist of the Month Mairin L. Wilson
Our featured Artist for the month of March is watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media artist Mairin L. Wilson. Mairin is an award-winning artist and educator who translates Florida’s vivid flora and fauna into layered works of acrylic, watercolor, and mixed media. Her work ranges from soft realism to abstract interpretation, often using painted paper collage to create movement and depth. Influenced by Byzantine art traditions and modern masters like Matisse, she strives to create compelling ... Read More
Annual Spring Courtyard Sale
Annual Courtyard Sale March 13th & 14th Save the Dates! If you need to add some quality art to your life, this is the place! We are offering original art including paintings, photographs, metalsmithing, glass art, jewelry, and pine needle sculpture at greatly reduced prices. This is a perfect opportunity to stock up for gift giving or to treat yourself to something special. Stop in and take advantage of these great values as ... Read More