Style Spotlight: Public Art Comes to D.C.

March 2012 | BY Kat McKerrow | Issue 79, Spring 2012 | NO COMMENTS

A new program, known as “5×5,” has been introduced by Washington, D.C., Mayor Vincent C. Gray and the D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities with an aim to invigorate the capital city’s public art scene.

Five curators have each received a grant of $100,000, which they, in turn, are using to fund five artists or collaborative groups in creating 25 projects. The projects must be temporary, lasting no longer than four months, and will be unveiled during the National Cherry Blossom Festival, March 20-April 27.

Installations will include Tattfoo Tan’s labyrinth of weeds in Yards Park, a new waterfront space on the Anacostia River, and a tree made of rubber tubing, by Natalie Jeremijenko, whose branches will spread across one of the city’s busiest intersections.

Style Spotlight: Art Brings in Money (Sometimes)

March 2012 | BY Karol V. Menzie | Issue 79, Spring 2012 | NO COMMENTS

People will buy anything with an art image on it … or will they? Apparently it depends on what the image is and what it’s printed on. A plan by the California Arts Council to raise funds by selling license plates bearing a 1993 image by Wayne Thiebaud was largely successful—in Southern California. The snag in its “Million Plates Campaign” wasn’t the price: $50 for a regular plate; $98 for a personalized one. It was the picture: the palm-trees-beach-and-sunset image just didn’t play well in Northern California.

Meanwhile, the U.S. Postal Service launched the 10th entry in its successful stamp series showcasing American fine arts and crafts: a “Forever” stamp by iconic New England artist Edward Hopper. The stamp, based on Hopper’s 1935 painting “The Long Leg,” depicts a sailboat off the coast of Provincetown, Mass. Price shouldn’t be an issue. At 45 cents each, the stamps are a bargain.

Style Spotlight: Guggenheim’s True Colors

March 2012 | BY Kat McKerrow | Issue 79, Spring 2012 | NO COMMENTS

If you fantasize about living in an art museum, you can now make that dream more of a reality with Guggenheim Color by Fine Paints of Europe. The Vermont-based paint company has unveiled two new paint color collections produced in a partnership with the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York: Gallery Colors, 50 hues inspired by colors used in Guggenheim exhibits, as well as by architectural details in the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed museum itself; and Classical Colors, chosen from landmark paintings in the museum’s collection by van Gogh, Cézanne, Modigliani and others. Prices range from $35-$130 per can. For more information, visit www.guggenheimcolorbyfpe.com.

Parting Shot

March 2012 | BY Karol V. Menzie | Issue 79, Spring 2012 | NO COMMENTS

Gravity? What gravity? These stones, gathered from the Pacific Ocean in Mexico, seem completely oblivious to any rules of weight and mass. California artist Woods Davy’s new sculpture series, “Cantamar,” features a variety of rocks in gravity-defying formations. The stones appear to float, creating an impression that is at once eminently peaceful and profoundly unsettling. Why do they stay up there? This apparent contradiction is emblematic of Davy’s work. All the elements are natural, yet they behave in ways that are completely unnatural. He calls his sensibility “Western zen.” Like the discipline, the stones raise questions that have only mysterious answers.

Style Spotlight: Spring Craft Weekend in D.C.

March 2012 | BY Karol V. Menzie | Issue 79, Spring 2012 | NO COMMENTS

A vase by Hideaki Miyamura is one of the items up for auction at the alliance’s Glorious Anniversaries gala. Courtesy of James Renwick Alliance

It will be a big arts and crafts weekend in the city that knows how to celebrate when the James Renwick Alliance brings its Spring Craft Weekend to Washington, D.C., March 23-25.

With “Glorious Anniversaries,” the alliance has a lot to celebrate: its own 30th anniversary plus the 40th anniversary of the opening of the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Renwick Gallery

The splashiest event is a gala Saturday night at the historic Willard Hotel, a benefit dinner with live and silent auctions. The auctions feature much-sought-after work by such artists as ceramicists Cliff Lee and Hideaki Miyamura, jeweler Pat Flynn, and metal artist Wendy Stevens. At the dinner, the alliance will present its One-of-a-Kind award to noted collector and benefactor Fleur Bresler.

This year the alliance coordinated events for the same weekend as the 100th National Cherry Blossom Festival. In honor of that, there will be a panel discussion Saturday morning on the Japanese Influence on American Craft, with noted textile designer Jack Lenor Larson, jeweler Donald Friedlich, furniture designer Wendy Maruyama and educator Judith Schwartz.

On Sunday morning, those two educators, along with two others, mixed-media artist Paulus Berensohn and glass artist Stephen Powell, will be honored by the alliance as Distinguished Craft Educators.

The alliance is a non-profit organization that promotes knowledge and appreciation of American craft and provides support for the Smithsonian American Art Museum and its Renwick Gallery. For information, go to www.jra.org or call 301-907-3888.

Web Exclusive: AmericanStyle’s 2012 Essential Guide to Fairs & Festivals

March 2012 | BY Kat McKerrow | Issue 79, Spring 2012 | NO COMMENTS

Festivals All Year Round

Whether you’re a local arts enthusiast or a cross-country traveler, consider the following month-by-month compilation of national fairs, festivals and retail shows as the ultimate contemporary craft resource.

MARCH

Palm Beach Fine Craft Show
West Palm Beach, Fla., March 2-4
More than 100 artists present a mix of one-of-a-kind or limited edition work in fiber, glass and metal. Admission: $15.

Kentucky Crafted: The Market
Louisville, Ky., March 3-4
The market features Kentucky’s finest crafts, visual art and books, as well as live performances and demonstrations. Admission: $10.

La Quinta Arts Festival
La Quinta, Calif., March 8-11
Located in the mountain town of La Quinta, this juried affair has a mixture of the nation’s best contemporary artists. Admission: $12 per day or $15 for a multi-day pass.

The American Craft Council Show in Atlanta
Atlanta, Ga., March 9-11
One of the most competitive juried shows in the nation, this festival displays work by only the very best artists. Admission: $13 per day or $20 for a three-day pass.

Scottsdale Arts Festival
Scottsdale, Ariz., March 9-11
For more than four decades, this large outdoor festival has and continues to feature 200 of North America’s top-notch artists. Admission: $7 or $10 for a two-day pass.

Sugarloaf Craft Festival
Somerset, N.J., March 9-11
Offering a unique marketplace with both traditional and contemporary crafts, there is something for everyone here. Admission: $9.

Bonita Springs National Art Festival
Bonita Springs, Fla., March 10-11
This outdoor exhibition features 200 internationally known artists exhibiting and selling their work in clay, fiber, glass, mixed media, photography and jewelry. Admission: $5 donation.

Contemporary Crafts Market
San Francisco, Calif., March 10-11
This can’t-miss festival displays up-and-coming work as well as pieces by artists featured in national museums and galleries. Admission: $8.

Paradise City Arts Festival
Marlborough, Mass., March 16-18
Featuring a large indoor sculpture garden, this space allows artists to “think outside the box” and present work that you won’t find anywhere else.
Admission: $12 or $15 for a three-day pass.

Spring CraftMorristown
Morristown, N.J., March 16-18
Displaying work from 150 artists, the show features craft suited to even the most sophisticated palate. Admission: $7.

Sugarloaf Craft Festival
Oaks, Pa., March 16-18
(See first March listing for more information.)

The Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival
Winter Park, Fla., March 16-18
Discover the artist-lined streets of historic downtown Winter Park and enjoy live music on Friday and Saturday nights. Admission: free.

Bayou City Art Festival

Houston, Texas, March 23-25
Explore the work of 300 artists producing original pieces in 18 mediums at this unique event. Admission: $12.

CraftBoston
Boston, Mass., March 23-25
The show features 200 artists selling one-of-a-kind and limited-edition pieces in clay, fiber, glass and so much more. Admission: $15.

The Philadelphia Invitational Furniture Show
Philadelphia, Pa., March 23-25
Now in its 17th year, explore the longest-running craft show devoted to furniture and furnishings. Admission: $12 or $15 for a weekend pass.

Tempe Festival of the Arts
Tempe, Ariz., March 30-April 1
Tempe’s oldest and largest art festival offers an expansive mix of the arts with an urban atmosphere. Admission: free.

Best of the Northwest
Seattle, Wash., March 30-April 1
With more than 100 artists, this juried show features only the best of the best artists and craftspeople. Admission: $7.

APRIL

Sugarloaf Craft Festival
Gaithersburg, Md., April 13-15
(See March listing for more information.)

The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival
The Woodlands, Texas, April 14-15
The festival shines with high-quality art in a beautiful setting along the Woodlands Waterway. Admission: $10 per day or $15 for a two-day pass.

Main Street Fort Worth Arts Festival
Fort Worth, Texas, April 19-22
This four-day show transforms downtown Fort Worth into a mile-long outdoor gallery for the nation’s best artists and craftspeople. Admission: free.

Smithsonian Craft Show
Washington, D.C., April 19-22
Presented by the Smithsonian Women’s Committee, this juried show features the work of 120 top-notch artists. Admission: $15 per day, $20 for a two-day pass.

The American Craft Council Show in St. Paul
St. Paul, Minn., April 20-22
The council’s third show of the year features work from 240 amazing artists, along with live demonstrations. Admission: $12 per day or $20 for a three day pass.

SOFA New York
New York, N.Y., April 20-23
This international art exposition bridges the worlds of design, decorative art and fine art by featuring artists from 55 premier galleries and dealers. Admission: $25 per day or $40 for a four-day pass.

Fiesta Arts Fair
San Antonio, Texas, April 21-22
Kick-starting the city’s 10-day Fiesta San Antonio, this fair attracts 12,000 visitors with enticing works in mixed media, ceramics and jewelry. Admission: $10 per day or $16 for a two-day pass.

Sugarloaf Craft Festival
Timonium, Md., April 27-29
(See March listing for more information.)

Crafts on Columbus
New York, N.Y., April 28-29, May 5-6, May 12-13
The Upper West Side of Manhattan becomes an art gallery, displaying some of America’s best handmade craft. Admission: free.

MAY

Brookside Art Annual
Kansas City, Mo., May 4-5
Attracting nearly 70,000 patrons a year and featuring only the finest arts and crafts, this annual has been an art-lover’s paradise for more than 25 years. Admission: free.

Fine Furnishings & Fine Craft Show
Baltimore, Md., May 4-6
This invitational show features handcrafted furniture, and functional and decorative craft in a wide range of designs, styles and materials. Admission: $10 per day, $15 for a two-day pass.

Spring Crafts at Lyndhurst
Tarrytown, N.Y., May 4-6
Overlooking the Hudson River, this festival showcases works in fiber, metal, clay and mixed media, benefiting the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Admission: $10.

TACA Tennessee Craft Fair
Nashville, Tenn., May 4-6
This festival showcases the work of 180 artists from across the state. Admission: free.

A La Carte & Art
Mountain View, Calif., May 5-6
Enjoy original work from 200 artists and craft artisans, as well as live music, festive food and wine tastings. Admission: free.

Broad Ripple Art Fair
Indianapolis, Ind., May 19-20
A fund-raiser for the Indianapolis Art Center, this fair features 225 artist booths, demonstrations and classes. Admission: $15.

Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival
Reston, Va., May 19-20
This two-day outdoor festival offers visitors the chance to view and purchase art directly from the artists. Admission: $5 donation.

Piccolo Spoleto Crafts Fair
Charleston, S.C., May 25-27 and June 1-3
A part of the 17-day Spoleto Festival, this two-weekend craft event displays work from the area’s leading fine craftsmen and artists. Admission: $3.

Paradise City Arts Festival
Northampton, Mass., May 26-38
(See March listing for more information.)

JUNE

Columbus Arts Festival
Columbus, Ohio, June 1-3
For more than 50 years, this festival has displayed everything from glass to fiber from more than 230 visual artists. Admission: free.

Three Rivers Arts Festival
Pittsburgh, Pa., June 1-10
The 10-day downtown Pittsburgh festival features a juried artist market, art exhibitions and more than 50 live performances. Admission: free.

Art in the Park
Columbia, Mo., June 2-3
Located in a stunning park setting, this fine arts festival features more than 100 artists—both established and emerging. Admission: free.

57th Street Art Fair
Chicago, Ill., June 2-3
The fair’s unique “Art-Buying Boot Camp” helps you choose the best art for your space. Admission: free.

Contemporary Crafts Market
Santa Monica, Calif., June 8-10
(See March listing for more information.)

American Crafts Festival
New York, N.Y., June 9-10 and 16-17
Buy an abundance of unique American crafts from 175 artists. Admission: free.

Old Town Art Fair
Chicago, Ill., June 9-10
The art fair celebrates its 62nd year with work from 260 artists, a garden walk and tour of the area’s historic homes. Admission: $7 donation.

Talbot Street Art Fair
Indianapolis, Ind., June 9-10
In its 56th year, the annual street fair features juried work from 270 artists. Admission: free.

Boardwalk Art Show & Festival
Virginia Beach, Va., June 14-17
In honor of Virginia’s statewide celebration of women in the arts, the festival celebrates the work of female visual artists with an awards program. Admission: free.

Lakefront Festival of Arts
Milwaukee, Wis., June 15-17
Presented by the Milwaukee Art Museum, this annual festival features leading artists as well as a sculpture garden, fashion show and silent auction. Admission: $14 per day or $20 for a three day pass.

Des Moines Arts Festival
Des Moines, Iowa, June 22-24
This festival has 30 hands-on art activities and showcases more than 180 of the country’s best artists. Admission: free.

Crafts at Rhinebeck
Rhinebeck, N.Y., June 23-24
This show features handmade works in all mediums in a range of prices and styles. Admission: $7.

Francisco’s Farm Arts Festival
Midway, Ky., June 23-24
One of the local community‘s most anticipated events, the festival offers a mix of high-quality art that will have you coming back year after year. Admission: $5.

Indian Market and Festival
Indianapolis, Ind., June 23-24
The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art’s market features traditional Native American art as well as performances by dancers, singers and storytellers. Admission: $10.

Art-A-Fair Festival
Laguna Beach, Calif., June 29-Sept. 2

Explore the work of almost 130 fine artists in a relaxed setting during this two-month-long festival. Admission: $7.

Sawdust Art Festival
Laguna Beach, Calif., June 29-Sept. 2
Lasting longer than two months, this event’s mission is to educate the public about handcrafted art made in the Laguna Beach area. Admission: $7.75.

JULY

The Festival of Arts
Laguna Beach, Calif., July 1-Aug. 31
The outdoor art show displays the work of 140 award-winning artists along with special events like guided art tours. Admission: $10 for a season pass.

Berkshires Arts Festival
Great Barrington, Mass., July 6-8
Featuring work in all craft categories, festival goers can spend all day exploring 165 booths. Admission: $11, $13 for a three-day pass.

Cherry Creek Arts Festival
Denver, Colo., July 6-8
Don’t miss Colorado’s premier festival showing 200 of the best fine artists in the country. Admission: free.

Pageant of the Masters
Laguna Beach, Calif., July 7-Aug. 31
“The Genius” is the theme of this year’s performance, which sees 500 volunteers transformed into life-sized re-creations of world-famous art. Admission: $15-$100.

Art Santa Fe
Santa Fe, N.M., July 12-15
Check out world-class contemporary art from more than 1,000 international artists. Admission: $10.

Art Fair on the Square
Madison, Wis., July 14-15
In its 53rd year, the festival attracts nearly 200,000 visitors with a range of art and craft, music and family entertainment. Admission: free.

Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original
Ann Arbor, Mich., July 18-21
The fair’s mission to increase public knowledge and appreciation for contemporary fine arts and crafts is evidenced by the 150 artist booths. Admission: free.

Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair
Ann Arbor, Mich., July 18-21
The fair, created and run by the Michigan Guild of Artists & Artisans, is a unique event that gives patrons an opportunity to interact with the artists. Admission: free.

State Street Area Art Fair
Ann Arbor, Mich., July 18-21
The fair combines the talents of 325 artists with a host of merchant displays along the vibrant streets of Ann Arbor’s campus area. Admission: free.

Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
Asheville, N.C., July 19-22
Browse the art of 200 guild members while participating in the fair’s educational demonstrations. Admission: $8.

Guilford Craft Expo
Guilford, Conn., July 19-22
The Guilford Art Center’s outdoor show features work from 175 artists as well as a food court, music and children’s crafts. Admission: $7.

Midsummer Festival of the Arts
Sheboygan, Wis., July 21-22
Approximately 135 artists exhibit in a stunning sculpture garden at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center. Admission: free.

Artsfair
Bellevue, Wash., July 27-29
With 325 artists from all over the United States and Canada, there is something here for everyone. Admission: free.

AUGUST

SOFA West
Santa Fe, N.M., Aug. 2-5
The show is an intimate affair of extraordinary work from 30 galleries. Admission: $15 per day or $25 for a three-day pass.

Anacortes Arts Festival
Anacortes, Wash., Aug. 3-5
The festival provides a one-of-a-kind experience by combining fine art with a rural island setting. Admission: free.

Kimball Arts Festival
Park City, Utah, Aug. 3-5
Set in a renowned ski resort town, this juried event shows work by 220 national artists. Admission: $10.

The American Craft Council Show in San Francisco
San Francisco, Calif., Aug. 3-15
(See March listing for more information.)

League of NH Craftsmen’s Fair
Newbury, N.H., Aug. 4-12
In addition to 200 artist booths, the show offers two exhibitions, “Living with Craft” and “CraftWear,” a lecture series, demonstrations and a sculpture garden. Admission: $10.

Santa Fe Indian Market
Santa Fe, N.M., Aug. 18-19
Featuring work from more than 100 Native American tribes, this market is the largest and oldest Native Arts market in the world. Admission: free.

American Craft Exposition
Evanston, Ill., Aug. 24-26
This highly competitive show displays 12 handcrafted mediums to benefit breast and ovarian cancer research and care. Admission: $15 for a three-day pass.

Long’s Park Art & Craft Festival
Lancaster, Pa., Aug. 31-Sept.3
For more than 30 years, this annual Labor Day festival has showcased work by ceramic, fiber, glass and wood artists. Admission: $10-12.

SEPTEMBER

Art in the Pearl Fine Arts and Crafts Festival
Portland, Ore., Sept. 1-3
Set in a park, the festival is one of the only all-volunteer, artist-created and -run shows in the Portland area. Admission: free.

Sausalito Art Festival
Sausalito, Calif., Sept. 1-3
Located on the tranquil shores of San Francisco Bay, the view comes only second to the amazing work by the festival’s 280 artists. Admission: $25or $40 for a three day pass.

Upper Arlington Labor Day Arts Festival
Upper Arlington, Ohio, Sept. 3
This one-day festival allows patrons to surround themselves with work by nearly 200 fine artists and craftspeople from all over the country. Admission: free.

The Saint Louis Art Fair
Clayton, Mo., Sept. 7-9
Along with literary, musical and dance performances, the fair entertains patrons with 170 artists and craftspeople. Admission: free.

Art & Apples Festival
Rochester, Mich., Sept. 7-9
Set in the sprawling 30-acre Rochester Park, the festival features more than 250 artists. Admission: $5 donation.

Wausau’s Artrageous Weekend
Wausau, Wis., Sept. 8-9
Hailed as the “biggest art bash in north central Wisconsin,” the weekend includes three events: Art in the Park, the Wausau Festival of Arts and “Birds in Art.” Admission: free.

Fall Crafts at Lyndhurst
Tarrytown, N.J., Sept. 21-23
(See April listing for more information.)

TACA Fall Craft Fair
Nashville, Tenn., Sept. 28-30
(See May listing for more information.)

Armonk Outdoor Art Show
Armonk, N.Y., Sept. 29-30
The juried show displays 200 artists working in paint, mixed media and fine crafts. Admission: $10.

Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair
Peoria, Ill., Sept. 29-30
The riverfront venue provides a first-rate experience by showcasing artists working in all mediums. Admission: $7 per day or $10 for a weekend pass.

Peters Valley Craft Fair
Augusta, N.J., Sept. 29-30
The fair features more than 180 booths of fine handmade American crafts along with demonstrations in a number of mediums. Admission: $7.

Crafts at Rhinebeck
Rhinebeck, N.Y., Sept. 29-30
(See June listing for more information.)

OCTOBER

Fine Furnishings & Fine Craft Show
Milwaukee, Wis., Oct. 5-7
(See April listing for more information.)

Sugarloaf Craft Festival
Timonium, Md., Oct. 5-7
(See March listing for more information.)

St. James Court Art Show
Louisville, Ky., Oct. 5-7
One of the nation’s largest art shows features more than 700 artists in historic downtown Louisville. Admission: free.

Sugarloaf Craft Festival
Gaithersburg, Md., Oct. 5-7
(See March listing for more information.)

Festival of Fine Craft
Millville, N.J., Oct. 6-7
See more than 145 artists show their work in a beautiful outdoor setting. Admission: free.

Paradise City Arts Festival
Northampton, Mass., Oct. 6-8
(See March listing for more information.)

Westchester Craft Show

White Plains, N.Y., Oct. 12-14
Approximately 110 artists provide an exciting mix of work in fiber, clay, mixed media and more. Admission: $12.

Bayou City Art Festival
Houston, Texas, Oct. 13-14
(See March listing for more information.)

Sedona Arts Festival
Sedona, Ariz., Oct. 13-14
Browse the work of 150 artists while taking in the red rocks that create a unique festival experience. Admission: $10.

Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
Asheville, N.C., Oct. 18-21
(See July listing for more information.)

Morristown CraftMarket
Morristown, N.J., Oct. 19-21
Check out 160 artists from across U.S. and Canada at this nationally-acclaimed event. Admission: $10 per day or $12 for a weekend pass.

Kentuck Festival of the Arts
Northport, Ala., Oct. 20-21
The festival showcases work from almost 300 juried and guest artists of national acclaim. Admission: $10.

Sugarloaf Craft Festival
Somerset, N.J., Oct. 26-28
(See March listing for more information.)

NOVEMBER

SOFA Chicago 2012
Chicago, Ill., Nov. 2-3
Expect only cutting-edge works that bridge the worlds of design, craft and fine art. Admission: $15 per day or $25 for a three-day pass.

Fine Furnishings & Fine Craft Show
Providence, R.I., Nov. 2-4
(See April listing for more information.)

Sugarloaf Craft Festival
Oaks, Pa., Nov. 2-4
(See March listing for more information.)

Downtown Festival & Art Show
Gainesville, Fla., Nov. 3-4
This community-oriented event features 250 artists working in more than 10 disciplines. Admission: free.

Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show
Philadelphia, Pa., Nov. 8-11
Discover the work of almost 200 high-end artists while watching daily demonstrations. Admission: $15 per day or $20 for a two-day pass.

Best of the Northwest
Seattle, Wash., Nov. 16-18
(See March listing for more information.)

Paradise City Arts Festival
Marlborough, Mass., Nov. 16-18
(See March listing for more information.)

Sugarloaf Craft Festival
Gaithersburg, Md., Nov. 16-18
(See March listing for more information.)

Washington Craft Show
Washington, D.C., Nov. 16-18
More than 10,000 patrons attend this annual craft show to survey the mix of top-notch work by 195 artists. Admission: $15.

CraftArt 2012
St. Petersburg, Fla., Nov. 17-18
This show is dedicated strictly to fine craft, as seen in the work of more than 130 artists. Admission: free.

Piedmont Craftsmen’s Fair
Winston-Salem, N.C., Nov. 17-18
The warm and welcoming atmosphere found at this fair is only second to the quality work of its craftsmen. Admission: TBD

Greater Cincinnati Winterfair

Covington, Ky., Nov. 23-25
A Thanksgiving tradition for many, the fair allows shoppers to find handmade items for holiday giving. Admission: $7.

Holiday CraftMorristown
Morristown, N.J., Nov. 30-Dec. 2
(See April listing for more information.) 

DECEMBER

One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago
Chicago, Ill., Dec. 6-9
A refreshing alternative to traditional retail, this show is the ideal place to find unique handmade gift. Admission: $12.

CraftBoston Holiday
Boston, Mass., Dec. 7-9
Featuring 90 of the most innovative craft artists of our time, it’s an amazing opportunity to be creative with your holiday shopping. Admission: $15.

Sugarloaf Craft Festival
Chantilly, Va., Dec. 7-9
(See March listing for more information.)

JANUARY 2013

Celebration of Fine Art
Scottsdale, Ariz., TBA
Patrons watch artists create their works, from beginning to end, during this 10-week-long festival. Admission: $8.

Bonita Springs National Art Festival
Bonita Springs, Fla., TBA
(See March listing for more information.)

Art Palm Beach
West Palm Beach, Fla., TBA
The festival presents the best in contemporary art, photography, video, installation and sculpture from 70 galleries. Admission: $15.

FEBRUARY 2013

St. Armands Circle Art Festival
Sarasota, Fla., TBA
Painting, photography and jewelry are just a few of the mediums shown at this annual festival. Admission: free.

ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival
TBA
This outdoor event showcases a juried exhibition of fine arts and crafts along with artist demonstrations and interactive art activities. Admission: $10.

Coconut Grove Arts Festival
Coconut Grove, Fla., Feb. 16-18
A signature event on the south Florida cultural calendar, this show, celebrating its 50th anniversary, offers visitors a chance to meet the exhibiting artists. Admission: $10.

Naples National Art Festival
Naples, Fla., Feb. 23-24
Join 275 artists as they present their work in fine art and craft in downtown Naples’ premier shopping and dining district. Admission: $5 donation.