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Open Tuesday through Saturday 10-5pm. Sunday, 10-4pm. Please call to confirm hours 941-778-6648
Visit our Website Online Gallery: www.islandgalleryandstudios.org
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Island Gallery and Studios
Proudly Presents for January, Feature Artist
CHARLOTTE SORSEN'S
"Beachy Breezes"
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Charlotte Sorsen has worked in various art forms for as long as she can remember. She studied in Boston at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts and at the New England School of Art and Design. Although painting is her first love, Charlotte has also worked in glass making, lamp-worked beads, jewelry and clothing design.
She paints to express her joy of the Gulf waters, as well as the skies, clouds, birds and flora. She strives to capture the vision of what she observes, and she encourages others to appreciate the things they are looking at, such as the patterns in the sand, the clouds blooming on the horizon and close-ups of birds talking to each other. Before she knows it, a painting becomes a story.
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Charlotte says, "As a local Florida artist, I am mesmerized by the colors of the Gulf, the diversity of birds and the swaying palms...it all helps to keep the paint brush wet!"
Join us FIRST FRIDAY ARTIST RECEPTION January 3rd from 5:00 to 7:00PM and meet Artist CHARLOTTE SORSEN!
Bring your friends and mingle with our artists while taking in the fine art works and enjoying beverages and small bites. As a special treat, our celebrity musician, Chip Ragsdale will be there to provide live music!
Charlotte's unique hand-painted glassware
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JOIN THE FUN!
Meet the Island Gallery
& Studios Artists!
FIRST FRIDAY ARTIST RECEPTION
JANUARY 3 - 5:00 to 7:00 pm
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ISLAND GALLERY AND STUDIOS,
Art by Local Artists
Established in 1990 by a small group of local artists on Anna Maria Island, the Island Gallery has evolved into a successful artist's cooperative of nearly thirty members.
The Gallery is staffed each day by one of our knowledgeable member artists.
We offer a rich variety of our fine works of art including paintings, artistic photography, drawings, mixed media, ceramic arts, jewelry, glass mosaics and much more.
Here we will continue to serve the interests of our local community by offering frequent classes and free demonstrations, while providing an enjoyable and cultural
atmosphere for visitors to the downtown area.
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ART CLASSES! Our professional Artists are now offering Art Classes. Check our newsletter for the details and upcoming classes.
ART DEMOS! Most Saturdays of the month from 10:30am - 12:00pm, we offer Free Demos. Stop by or give the Gallery a call for a full list of upcoming events!
SOMETHING STIMULATING! Our "CRITIQUE CORNER", January 25th.
Every Last Saturday of the month from 10:30am - 12:00pm, we offer FREE Interactive discussions on what makes a good piece of art. We invite you to just come and listen or bring a painting that might have a problem, and we'll help you work with the issues.
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Host a Party, stop by after a group Lunch, make it
an afternoon destination! You are always Welcome at the
Island Gallery and Studios
Are you looking for a fresh new Location for hosting your next event?
Consider Island Gallery & Studios' unique venue.
Please contact Events Coordinator, Jody Goldman for more information
ArtistJodyGoldman@gmail.com
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The mission of Island Gallery and Studios is to provide a supportive, collaborative and enriching
venue for artists to exhibit and market their work; and to celebrate, promote and expand the
local arts community through education and outreach.
Island Gallery and Studios is a 501(c)3 Artist Co-operative.
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Our Island Gallery & Studios
Member Artists have been creating new
works and are being recognized!
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Marg Williamson has been accepted into a juried exhibit with the community Art League at the new LWR Library depicting local places and activities, and is showing a watercolor of some local Polo "ACTION!" 12x15 $225 | |
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Jody Goldman's newest addition to
the Gallery is titled "LEOPARD CUB"
11x14 oil on canvas.
Jody has also been invited to
have a Solo Show at the Sarasota
Audubon Society (Palmer Blvd)
The show will be up through February.
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Gary Green added this new detailed 18x24 digital painting titled "STINGRAY" at the gallery. A beauty! | |
Lynn Coppinger recently sold one of her whimsical colored pencil creations titled, "GOLDFROGGER2". Don't miss her upcoming Free DEMO on Saturday, Jan 18 for a closer look at her work method. | |
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Gary Green has captured the earthiness of the
Rod and Reel Pier before the seasonal Hurricanes
had their way with the location. A collector's item
now in watercolor. 13x16 $425
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Gary Green recently sold this beautiful digital painting titled "JEWELS ON PALM AVE" to an enthusiastic admirer of his work. | |
Welcome our newest Member Artist,
Tom Goldman
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Artist Tom Goldman and a bountiful bunch of adorable creations. | |
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"FLIER" by Tom,
ready to explore the world.
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Tom Goldman, a retired attorney, has become a permanent Resident Artist at Island Gallery and has passionately delved into the world of paper mache sculpture. With a penchant for transforming ordinary materials into extraordinary art, Tom's creativity captures intricate details and imaginative designs as he infuses life into his sculptures. Each piece tells a story, inviting viewers to connect with the art on a personal level. Tom enjoys sharing the joy of paper mache sculpture with others. | |
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At the Annual Realize Bradenton's
WINTER WONDERLAND
on Old Main Street in Mid December, Island Gallery and Studios
was there to help out, offering Face Painting, a painting Demo with a Raffle of the painting that night, giving away beaded bracelets for the kids, Squiggle drawings with the kids that they could keep. A fun time was had by all!
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Enjoy our continuing guest Artist,
J. Michael Dombroski, "Joe"
Joe worked for over 42 years as a photojournalist. He started with the St. Petersburg Times before moving on to New York to become staff photographer for the Gannett newspapers and Long Island's NEWSDAY before switching to the Magazine section covering fashion, food and entertainment. He won many awards for his feature article photography.
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Joe has now been inspired to venture out on his Popcorn Project and he hopes to convince people to look at everyday items as art objects. | |
Appreciate our continuing guest Artist,
Talia Marie Semann
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Talia Marie is an artist based in tropical, southern Florida, where you will find her painting ecstatic landscapes daily for ocean enthusiasts and beach dwellers (or just dreamers). Her work is inspired by the ever-changing ocean scenes right in her backyard -- from sunsets over the lowlands to waves crashing by moonlight. Talia finds a haven anywhere the water kisses the shore. She hopes her artwork makes you feel just as at ease and peaceful as it does for her while she creates it. | |
WATCH HERE FOR MORE CLASSES, DEMOS AND
THE NEXT "CRITIQUE CORNER" JANUARY 25
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Continuing Classes
JANET FLICKINGER
Fundamentals of Drawing
The foundation of all art is drawing. If you are a beginner or just want to sharpen your skills, this is a must. All ages welcome.
Focus is on perspective, balance, form and contrast as it all relates to composition, training the eye to take a drawing from sketch to finish.
Please RSVP 24 hours in advance,
941-778-6648
GALLERY CLASSES
Wed. 2-4:30pm $30 per class
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2 Part Class
Tuesdays, January 14 & 21
12:00 - 2:30 pm
Dawn Gerardot
1/14 & 1/21 - WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS
Dawn will give you the basics in balance and contrast with some helpful tips to make your painting your own.
Tuesdays, $45 includes both classes
Materials supplied
Please RSVP 24 hours in advance. 941-778-6648
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Saturday Free DEMOS
January 11th
10:30 - 12:00
David Tejada
1/11 - I-PHONE PHOTOGRAPHY
Professional Photographer David Tejada, in his career, has worked with many cameras and has the knowledge and insight to pass along some clues to get the most from your I-Phone camera.. You'll enjoy his distinctive methods.
Please RSVP 24 hours in advance. 941-778-6648
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Saturday Free DEMOS
January 18th
10:30 - 12:00
LYNN COPPINGER
1/18 - COLOR PENCIL BLENDING DEMO
Lynn Coppinger will give you tips and techniques
for using colored pencil as your medium in artwork.
Learn how to get the smooth look you want in
your art to make it look like paint and not pencil.
Please RSVP 24 hours in advance. 941-778-6648
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Island Gallery & Studios Presents
Session #6, January 25th
Critique Corner
with
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Janet Flickinger & Dawn Gerardot | |
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Review of December 28th session: Because of the Holidays, the class was small but started off with a helpful and lively discussion on how to add a few things to an existing painting to help define and bring the subject to an insightful conclusion. The participants were excited about the solutions
offered and the conclusions determined
Janet and Dawn are so happy how this program is being accepted. So, think about joining us. Come SIT & SIP and join the fun at Island Gallery & Studios for these free interactive discussion sessions on what makes a good piece of art. Learn to critique your own work by learning how to analyze it using
basic design principles.
If you are stuck in your current painting or are having trouble deciding whether or not it's finished, come join us as we introduce you to Critique Corner. We invite you to come and listen or bring your paintings for analysis and we'll help you work through the issues. It's a wonderful learning experience and interesting conversation full of sharing, insight and inspiration. Each session will address different issues, so come to one session or all for something a little different each time. Take advantage of this opportunity to add to your
ART bucket. See you there!
Time: 10:30 to 12:00 @ Island Gallery & Studios
456 12th St. W, Bradenton, FL, 34205
941-778-6648
NEXT SESSIONS:
Saturday, 1/25/25
Saturday, 2/22/25
Saturday, 3/29/25
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For additional information and to sign up to hold your place, please call 24 hours before at
Island Gallery & Studios, 941-778-6648
Gallery Hours - Tuesday - Saturday from 10:00am to 5:00pm - Sunday, 10 - 4:00
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CALL FOR ARTISTS, GUEST ARTISTS-
JOIN US!
Island Gallery & Studios is now accepting applications for
membership at our new Location in Bradenton,
456 12th Street W (Old Main St)
Membership, Guest Artist information, requirements and application forms
can be acquired on the "Join Us" page of our website at www.islandgalleryandstudios.org
For additional information, please call Island Gallery & Studios, 941-778-6648
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GIFT FOR THE ARTS
Honor your family, friends and loved ones by making a “Gift for the Arts” donation
to Island Gallery and Studios. (*)Your generous tax deductible gift will help promote the arts
and encourage individuals who might not otherwise have had a chance to further
their artistic interests and education.
When you make a gift to Island Gallery and Studios “Gift for the Arts” your loved one will receive a special notice sent by email or by postal mail delivered letting them know you have provided a gift made in their name. There are many special occasions when a
“Gift for the Arts” makes for the perfect gift:
Anniversaries
Birthdays
Graduations
Memorials
Milestones or achievements
Give now to honor someone special and personalize your donations. Imagine the joy your friend or loved one will feel knowing your meaningful gift in their name will allow Island Gallery and Studios to continue educating, promoting and sharing art in our community.
Recent Donors:
Shirley Rush Dean
Margaret Williamson
Please note: A minimum $10.00 donation per event is suggested.
Call or email Jody Goldman for more details and to start the process for your donations. 941-757-9667 or artistjodygoldman@gmail.com * [Island Gallery and Studios is a 501©3 non profit organization.]
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We hope you will enjoy your visits to Island Gallery & Studios. Leaving a short review helps other people find us and supports our co-operative gallery, the arts and local business. Watch for our updates on the Island Gallery & Studios on Old Main Street, Bradenton; meet our Featured Artists, plus get a brief view of what else is new in the Gallery. The Gallery is Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00am to 5:00pm. Sunday, 10 to 4pm. Please pay us a visit
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Business hours are subject to change. Please call the Gallery to confirm the hours 941-778-6648
Visit www.islandgalleryandstudios.org, Facebook and Yelp for updates.
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