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Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10am-5pm. Please call to confirm the hours 941-778-6648
Visit our Website Online Gallery: www.islandgalleryandstudios.org
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Island Gallery and Studios Proudly Presents
Marg Williamson
as our Featured Artist for APRIL
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"Venues Remembered"
An exploration of places visited and emotions experienced
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Marg with her painting "HAPPY HOUR", Mykonos, GR. | |
Works in Watercolor and Pen & Ink of fondly remembered travels.
A former resident of the Midwest, Marg now calls Bradenton her permanent home. After a career in the advertising world, Marg now explores her love of nature and expresses it with the spontaneity of self-taught, realistic watercolors and pen/ink drawings. She has a strong desire to preserve in paintings the uniqueness of the world around us.
Marg creates her paintings in plein-air or in her studio from her photos of SW Florida flora, fauna and landmarks, and from travels to England, Europe and the Caribbean. She has exhibited in several galleries in Naples, Sarasota and Pine Island.
Her paintings are included in several national and international collections and are currently in the Island Gallery and Studios. Marg belongs to the Lakewood Ranch Art League, is a signature member of the FL. Suncoast Watercolor Society, and is an Associate member of the FL Watercolor Society.
Marg offers commissions for paintings from your favorite photos.
A pen and ink, 23x19, "BOUNTIFUL HARVEST"
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Chances to meet
the Artist,
Marg Williamson
Marg will be at Island Gallery and Studios:
Saturday, April 13, from 10:30-2:00pm and Thursday, April 25th from 10:00 am to 5 pm.
Do not miss this opportunity to learn about her fondly remembered travels and her desire to paint the uniqueness of the world around us.
AFTERNOON SQUALL" in Watercolor 22x16
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"SHIPS AHOY!" In a Netherland harbor 20x24 | |
20x26 Florida scene, "THE LIVING GLADES" | |
Marg Williamson is currently in a FL Watercolor Society Online show titled "Artsy Edibles" with her "ITALIAN LUNCH WITH A VIEW". | |
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"ALONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN" Italy 23x27
Currently in a FL Suncoast Watercolor Society show at the Englewood Art Center through April
Marg Williamson, is also in another FL Watercolor Society Online show with
"STATION REPURPOSED" about a sweet
little Cafe repurposed from a gas station,
just down the road on Bocca Grande, FL.
To view the two shows, go to:
www.floridawatercolorsociety.org
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Celebrate the uniqueness of Marg's travels at our
ART WALK RECEPTION
Friday, April 5th -- 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bring your friends and mingle with our artists while
browsing the fine art works and enjoying beverages, small bites and
Live Music by CHIP RAGSDALE
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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.
We would like to Thank our loyal customers, local and seasonal visitors
and friends of the Gallery for your support over the years and look forward to
welcoming you to our new location in Downtown Bradenton!
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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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Island Gallery & Studios has been invited to exhibit at the Lakewood Ranch Com Center | |
The Island Gallery and Studios has been recognized for their Fine Arts and been invited to exhibit at the Lakewood Ranch ComCenter, 9040 Town Center Pkwy, in the Lobby area, from Monday, April 1 to Friday, August 30 from 9am - 5pm, Monday through Friday. A RECEPTION will be held on Thursday, April 11th, 4:30-6pm to celebrate the new show. | |
Our Island Gallery & Studios
Member Artists have been creating new works
and are being recognized!
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"SPRING BREAK '63" a 14x14 acrylic by Gary Green, capturing a little vintage fun, was accepted in the Spring Forward show at the Art Center Manatee. | |
Gary Green has been accepted into the FL Suncoast Watercolor Society juried show held at Englewood Art Center with his watercolor "BEACH DAY" at his favorite spot, Holmes Beach. 22x28 | |
larry paul is expanding his reflections on the coastal hammocks on the West Coast of Florida in his Nature Coast series with a color pencil and graphite titled "NATURE COAST #27". $140 | | | |
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Jody Goldman was awarded First Place for her oil painting titled "CHIMP" in the prestigious City of South Pasadena, FL Artspring Exhibition held in the City Hall.
The majority of Jody's work concentrates on wildlife art, focusing on animals whose habitat is disappearing. She recently was invited to join Artists for Conservation (ACF), the world's largest artist group supporting the environment. This is a juried group requiring submissions of artwork prior to being invited to participate.
Congratulations Jody.
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Host a Corporate Event at the
Island Gallery and Studios
Are you looking for a fresh new venue for
hosting your next event?
Consider Island Gallery & Studios.
This prestigious art gallery offers the opportunity to entertain your clients or employees while surrounded by fine art, with some of the member artists in attendance
Shown: The Hospitality group ready to serve the Gallery
during the bustle on Event Night.
Please contact Events Coordinator,
Jody Goldman for
more information -
ArtistJodyGoldman@gmail.com
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Don't miss our continuing
Guest Artists in April
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Sharon Woelfling is inspired by scenes, colors, and dramatic images she finds in her coastal environment. Her paintings are most often soft and subtle reflections of her love of everything in, on, or near the water. An early career as an art teacher, participation in many professional painting workshops, her passion for travel, the peace she finds in nature and tropical life have all influenced her work.
Sharon has received awards for her paintings at numerous juried exhibits. She is a Signature member of the Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society.
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Tom Goldman, a retired attorney, has passionately delved into the world of paper mache sculpture. Tom's creativity captures intricate details and imaginative designs.
He infuses life into his sculptures, showcasing a unique blend of skill, innovation and a touch of whimsy. His retirement has allowed his artistic expression to flourish.
Tom's paper mache artworks convey an appreciation for story
telling and cultural influences. Each piece tells a story. Tom is dedicated to his craft and enjoys sharing the joy of paper mache sculpture with others.
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Katrin Zschage was born and raised in East Germany and enjoyed a wonderful opportunity to come to the USA for a sports scholarship in Gymnastics. She went back to Spain and London, where she worked as a Photographer.
Now her Mediums are Acrylic, Oil, Resin and some with collage material from all over the world and they all have a story to tell.
Look closely!
All pieces are 36x48 and have a resin finish.
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ARTIST DEMONSTRATIONS ARE BACK SATURDAYS AT 10:30 IN APRIL! | | |
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Award winning artist Debbie Snow
will be doing a DEMO this Saturday
April 6th from 10:30 am to Noon
"PAINTING FLOWERS
IN ACRYLICS"
Learn about Debbie's passion for flowers
and how she expresses their beauty
through her paintings!
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WATCH HERE FOR NEW CLASSES
COMING SOON!
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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.
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 sign up 24 hours in advance.
GALLERY CLASSES
Wednesdays 2-4:30pm $30 per class
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For additional information and to sign up, please call Island Gallery & Studios, 941-778-6648
Gallery Hours - Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00am to 5:00pm.
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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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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 New 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 Sunday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. 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
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