Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Art District Downtown Vero Beach


Art Galleries in
Historic Downtown Vero Beach, Florida
14th Avenue (also called Main Street) and Beyond


Welcome to the Vero Beach Arts District's new collaborative blog.  Visit this "Blogspot" for news of coming or current events in the Arts District of Historic Downtown Vero Beach, Florida, featuring the works of local, regional, national and international artists in a myriad of mediums, subjects and styles.

In addition to fine art on canvas and paper etc., there is a vast array of jewelry, fiber art, basketry, photography, pottery, raku, artglass, fine art prints, and plenty of the ecclectic for those who dare to love the Avant-garde!

Galleries on 14th Avenue open their doors from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on First Fridays for our "First Friday Gallery Stroll," and welcome guests to view new works and the works of their featured artists.  Non-gallery businesses often feature local and regional artists' work in their establishments, and invite the public to enjoy refreshments, and often have special offers for their products and/or services.

Artists will be on hand to greet you and chat about their work and the work of others.  Enjoy music and refreshments as you stroll in and out of the galleries, viewiewing some of the region's finest artists and some stars of the national and international art world.

Eleven galleries (and more coming) are clustered in a three-block area--perfect for an evening's leisurely stroll.  This monthly event is free and open to the public, so join us for First Fridays and perhaps find just that perfect piece of art for your collection!

While you're here, dine at one of the 32 fabulous restaurants in or near the Art District
(www.verobeachartdistrictrestaurants.blogspot.com), or enjoy cocktails and live music at one of the clubs after the stroll.  

Of Note ~
 Galleries listed in this blog, and many artists therein on a personal basis, regularly give back
to the community and charitable organizations through donations of artworks,
expertise and financial contributions.


THE GALLERIES ON 14TH AVENUE
WILL BE CONTINUING  THEIR FIRST FRIDAY
GALLERY STROLLS WITHOUT INTERRUPTION
THROUGHOUT THE YEAR!!
(5:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. FIRST FRIDAYS)

Downtown Vero Beach Arts District brochure
now available at Galleries within the District,
and at many fine establishments in and around
Indian River County

 
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NEXT GALLERY STROLL:
Friday, May 3rd, 5-8 pm
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ART-ART-ART EVERYWHERE!

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GALLERIES IN THE ARTS DISTRICT

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Artists Guild Gallery
1974 14th Avenue
772-299-1234
Hours October-May: Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Sat 11:00 am-3:00 p.m.
Hours June-September: Tuesday-Friday 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
And by appointment or by chance

A cooperative fine art gallery of 18 artists and numerous consignors.
Monthly Guest Artist or special event.  Fine Art, Steel Sculpture, Jewelry, Pottery, Raku, Ceramics,
Glasswork, Basketry, Gourd Art, Prints, Wood Carvings, and a bit of the ecclectic! 

Representing Artist Partners:
Penny Aliyetti, Gail Bartholomay
Marjorie Bohler
Judy Burgarella
Sue Dinenno
Alice Ferguson
Annette Gekle
Sue Gwinn
Sherry Haaland
Judy Mercer
Dawn Mill
Gale Orozco
Judy Rixom
Judith Ragusa
Fran San Miguel
Jean Ray Thompson
Betty Wade
Rita Ziegler

INVITATIONAL EXHIBITION
An invitation to artists on the Treasure Coast
The works of regional artists will be featured in the Gallery's Guest Artist Galery
and Little Gem/Classroom Gallery.  This is the perfect opportunity for art-lovers
to view the works of many talented artists who reside in our beautiful area.
All manner of subjects, mediums, sizes and styles have arrived, and prizes will
be awarded to those chosen by Owners/Partners of the Artists Guild Gallery.
Come see for yourself what "Artistic Treasusres" are to be found on the Treasure Coast!

Below is just a sampling of what's on view in two of our gallery spaces.  Wait till you see the rest!




Stop in to see what new works are on view
in our dozen-plus rooms of art!

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LEARN ART! DO ART! LOVE ART!
Learn the mysteries of paiting at the ARTISTS GUILD GALLERY.
Now offering classes in:
Acrylic, Watercolor, Oils and Water-Soluble Oils, Glass Painting and more.
Impressionstic/Old Masters Style/Realism/Collage/Abstract/Portraiture
Visit our website at: www.ArtClasses-AGG.blogspot.com and find out more.
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Brett Donnelly Photography



407.401.9986
1935 14th Avenue
Long exposure landscape photography from around the world

Brett Donnelly Galleries is hosting
"Wine & Design"
every Thursday 5-7pm.
Stop in for a glass of wine
and see Brett's fine art photography.
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1902 14th Avenue - 772-480-0491
Painting ~ Photography ~ Sculpture

Hours:  Tuesday-Friday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm,  
Saturday 11:00 am to 2:00 pm or by appointment   

Contemporary gallery featuring American artists in all mediums,
two- and three-dimensional.  Art consulting services also available.

Now Showing ~



For more information visit darbyfineart.com


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Flametree Clay Art Gallery
2041 14th Avenue
772-559-5473
http://www.flametreeclay.com/

Ceramic work ranging from the functional to the conceptual
by eight Resident Artists and other local clay artists


"Earthly Jewels"

Featured in April/May
While the earth takes millennial to change coal into a diamond,
our potters change earth into jewelry in a fraction of that time!






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1911 14th Avenue 
772-562-5525
Hours: Tuesday through Friday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
http://www.gallery14verobeach.com/

A fine art gallery featuring contemporary and traditional work in acrylic,
watercolor, oil, collage, mixed media, pastel, jewelry and sculpture.
Guest artists and new exhibits monthly.  Special exhibitions.



Equality and Individuality:
Collaborative Art Between Primates


Gallery 14's new exhibit, Equality and Individuality: Collaborative Art Between Primates, will celebrate a unique relationship between artist/illuatrator/author Nathaniel gold who lives in New York and primate painters who live at the Save the Chimps Sanctuary in Fort Pierce.  To raise funds for Save the Chimps, Gallery 14 will be showcasing not only paintings by Mr. Gold, but also paintings by chimps, and paintings by Mr. Gold in collaboration with chimps!  The exhibit will run through June 1st.  Proceeds from the sales will directly benefit the 264 chimps living in permanent sanctuary at Save the Chimps.

Visitors to the gallery will be able to meet Mr. Gold at the Friday reception and also on Saturday May 4, from 11:00-3:00 pm, when he will present question and answer sessions about his work and a walk through to discuss the art.  Dr. Jocelyn Bezner, a veterinarian at the Sanctuary, will also be present to answer questions.  Both events will include a book signing by Mr. Gold and a chance to meet Sanctuary leadership staff.

            Also see work by Gallery 14 partners: 
Edgardo Abello
Lila Blakeslee
Cheri Cruden
Barbara du Pont
Mary Ann Hall
Virginia Knapp
Barbara Landry
Deborah Morrell Polackwich 
Dorothy Napp Schindel  
and
The artists we represent: 
Bryan Beck
Joan Earnhart
Emily Heinzel 
Viola Pace Knudsen
Francis Mesaros
Carol Staub



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1905 14th Avenue
772-562-5525
Gallery 14 and 1/2, located right next door to Gallery 14, features original fine art crafts
 and small works in an array of mediums including pottery, wood, ceramics, basketry,
 jewelry, glass sculpture, collage, mixed media, watercolor, acrylic, oil
 and limited edition prints.  Perfect for gifts and collectibles. 


Bryan Beck


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Highwaymen Gallery
R. A. McLendon Art Gallery
Featuring the work of
Roy A. McLendon, Sr. and Roy A. McLendon, Jr.
1951 Old Dixie Highway
(80 East & Old Dixie, steps from 14th Avenue)
Gallery - 772-562-2959
Cell - 772-559-9539
Hours: Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Sunday by appointment


R. A. McLendon, Sr.

R. A. McLendon, Jr.
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Island Images' Gallery of Hope


2036 14th Avenue, Suite #101


A unique photographic gallery created by Island Images
Professional Photography Studio, Inc.  Our gallery presents
varied photographic exhibitions throughout the year in which
 a portion of the submissions and sales from these exhibits help us
 continue to provide photographic education, programs and opportunities
 to the underprivileged, students and seniors interested in the photographic arts.

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Lighthouse Art & Framing
1875 14th Avenue
772-567-2212

Hours:  Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Summer hours May through August:  Monday-Thursday 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.,
Friday 10:00 a.m.-4:00, Saturday 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Fine art framing, custom framing, fine art gallery, art supplies, lectures and workshops

Featured through May at Lighthouse Art and Framing ~


First Friday Stroll, May 3rd, 5-8 pm
Join us for a wonderful evening of art,
conversation, culture and snacks
featuring a show of all new works by Lisa Jill Allison*


On view in the Lighthouse Gallery


Lisa and Patricia with her painting
(*not only is Lisa a great artist but she has
3 first names--making her very special indeed!)


NOW OFFERING
LIFE DRAWING OPEN STUDIO
Wednesdays, beginning at 6:00 p.m.
ALL SUMMER LONG!
$15 per session
An opportunity to draw from a model in a controlled environment
Professional models for a limited group of dedicated artists
Call soon - space is limited

Also offering
"ART FOR KIDS!"
Basic Principles of Art I & II and
Introduction to Artistic Principals

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Main Street Vero Beach Studios

2036 14th Avenue
772-480-8353 or 239-273-0243
Hours:  Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm,
or by chance or appointment.
Also availble for group and special showings.



Showcasing original paintings, jewelry and photography

"Infrared Pelicer" Photography by Bob Barbour

~ COMING IN MAY ~
PHOTOGRAPHY BY LOUIS CISZEK
Louis Cizsek's photographs will be on display throughout the month of May.
A great resource for historical information about Downtown Vero Beach,
Louis has been involved in the Arts of Vero Beach since 1973.


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1903 14th Avenue
772-778-3443
Business Hours from May through September are
by Appointment and by Chance
Artists work in the Tiger Lily Studios & Gallery all summer long,
so please do contact us ... we love visitors!

Join us for the Arts District's First Friday Strolls during the summer months --
Tiger Lily will swing open our doors to greet you
and show you the new and exciting pieces we have been working on!

www.tigerlilyvero.com



A gallery and working studio featuring six artists' fine art
including paintings, sculpture, ceramics and mixed media
Featuring working artists in their studios


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MAP

1. ARTISTS GUILD GALLERY
2. DARBY FINE ART
3. BRETT DONNELLY PHOTOGRAPHY
4. FLAMETREET CLAY GALLERY
5. GALLERY 14

6. GALLERY 14 AND ½

7. HIGHWAYMEN GALLERY

8. ISLAND IMAGES' GALLERY OF HOPE

9. LIGHTHOUSE ART AND FRAMING

10. MSVB STUDIOS (MAIN STREET VERO BEACH)

11. TIGER LILY ART STUDIOS & GALLERY