Art & Frame of Sarasota

 

Friday, December 6, 2024 10:30 am - 4:30 pm $90 Come and join Barbara, a self-taught professional watercolor pencil artist, teacher and author as you explore the vibrant world of watercolor pencils on paper. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this session will guide you through a simple step by step technique to blend and shade. Let’s create something beautiful together! Call 941-366-2301 to reserve your space. Limited space

Watercolor Meditation with Sheila Golden Saturday, November 16, 2024  $40 per person 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Call to sign up: 941-366-2301 Take a break from the tension in life. Paint your stress away through a guided watercolor seminar. Discover how to find peace and calmness through abstract painting. This class is for all levels of expertise. Beginners, this is a great way to wet your toes. Recommended supplies (available to purchase at Art & Frame of Sarasota) Assortment of at least 3 watercolors A variety of large watercolor brushes (no smaller that #8) Round, Flats, Mops etc.. 140 lb. watercolor sheet or pad Paper Towels Cup for clean water

Art It's Life 2024 Juried Exhibition Call To Artists October 4, 2024 to November 4, 2024 Organizer: Art In Daily Life LLC Co-Exhibitors: Stroll LO Magazine Art & Frame of Sarasota Application Due: September 27, 2024 For any submission-related inquiries, please contact  artpot@artindailylife.com . Art in daily life
Every moment of life holds the essence of art. Whether it’s mundane details or unique experiences, life itself is an ever-unfolding canvas of artistry. This exhibition invites artists to explore and present how they discover and express art within their daily lives. The showcased works will include artists' observations of life’s details, artistic reinterpretations of everyday scenes, and how they transform moments and emotions from life into their creations. Let us together appreciate the art in everyday life and experience how art becomes an integral part of every moment.  Click to apply

You Are Invited To Product Play Open House with Acrylics!  SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH 10:30AM-1:00PM ACRYLIC RAFFLE PRIZE! Featuring acrylic brands you know and love such as Golden, Holbein, Posca,  and MORE.   No supplies or sign-up necessary.  Everyone who participates will automatically be entered into our acrylic prize raffle!* Don’t miss the opportunity to come in and test out our acrylic brands! *One raffle ticket per participant.  Participants can earn an additional raffle ticket with any acrylic purchase at checkout. One additional ticket per customer. ←←←←←←←←←→→→→→ → Exclusive GOLDEN  Product Demo Event! SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH, 1:00PM-2:00PM SIGN-UP IS REQUIRED FOR THE GOLDEN DEMO LIMITED SPACE AVAILLABE CALL 941-366-2301 TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT

  Join us, July 20th to test out a variety of watercolor surfaces.  From brands like Hahnemühle, Fabriano, Ampersand, and MORE! No sign-up or supplies necessary. Everyone who participates in our test-drive will receive a watercolor goody-bag AND an automatic entry into our watercolor prize raffle! Purchases made in store after test drive will receive an additional entry into our raffle. Raffle Rules: Must participate in test drive in order to receive goody= bag or raffle ticket. Participants may only receive one extra raffle ticket per store purchase after. Monday-Saturday 10 am - 5 pm 941-366-2301 

  Uncovering the best platforms to display your artwork can often be a challenging endeavor. For countless artists, the major obstacle isn't the act of creating but rather securing the necessary exposure to transform their passion into a viable profession. In a world filled with extraordinary talent, taking proactive steps to stand out is essential. In this article written for Art & Frame of Sarasota , various strategies are outlined to ensure your art gains the visibility it merits, thereby encouraging its growth and garnering the recognition it deserves through deliberate efforts . Pitch Your Ideas Personalizing your pitches can significantly enhance the likelihood of capturing the attention of publishers and media outlets. When you tailor your approach to align with the audience and style of your chosen outlet, it underscores your commitment and professionalism. Initiating conversations with journalists and editors via social media platforms opens up previously inaccessib...

Saturday March 30, 2024 $70 10:30 am to 3:00 pm 30 minute lunch. Bring food & drinks. Learn to paint beautiful, expressive clouds. You'll learn all the techniques required to create beautiful cumulus clouds,  storm clouds, as well as creating an abstract sky.  A wet on wet technique that is certain to bring out your creativity and imagination.  In addition you will learn construction and anatomy of the most popular boats.  You will be given a worksheet to take home with you.   This workshop is for students of all levels that are interested in taking their work to the next level. Come join us for a wonderful opportunity to learn from a great teacher and professional artist. Dave will demonstrate his technique and help you as you paint your very own masterpiece. You are encouraged to bring your own supplies ( Bring extra paper for practice ). No supplies? No problem. Dave will loan you a set of paints, brushes and paper on a first come first serve basis, beca...

 

For many artists, finding the right side gig can be difficult. But with the right approach, it’s possible to find a lucrative and flexible side gig that fits your skills and interests. This guide will help you explore various options and provide tips on how to make sure you’re setting yourself up for success.   Click this link to read full article