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ARTWALK!
1st Weekend of the month
Fri. 6pm-9:30pm
Sat. 11am-4pm
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NOTE: Most galleries and studios are only open to the public Fridays and Saturdays 11-4 and during ArtWalks. See individual listings for hours. |
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1. ROSE-GILES STUDIOS
923 13th Street West
941 746-4469
Web Site: herbierose.com
Web Site: gracielagiles.com
Built in 1889, this wonderful historic home is now housing two artists: Jamaica-born Herbie Rose, known for his vibrant and colorful watercolors and Graciela Giles, a native of Argentina, shows her powerful and evocative watercolors alongside her husband's. An accomplished musician, Graciela performs her own musical compositions during ArtWalks.
Hours: Thursday 9-12, ArtWalks, by appointment
6-JOAN PETERS STUDIO
941 544-5344
Web Site: www.artbyjoanpeters.com
e-mail: jsp45@yahoo.com
Paris born
painter, Joan Peters, displays her plein air paintings inspired by
Florida landscapes. Open for Village events, festivals and special
exhibits. Hours: By appointment only
7. STILL LIFE IN G GALLERY
1014 12th Street West
941 932-1336
e-mail: debmckeever@yahoo.com
Owner, Deborah McKeever is a self-taught
artist who previously worked with the Arts in Medicine
Program at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, FL. She
exhibits her Cornellian inspired boxes together with
kinetic art, paper mache, pen and ink drawings, folk
art, jewelry and other oddities. Come see the blue cow!
Hours: Saturday 11:00 - 4:00, ArtWalks, by appointment
9. BONNI BAKES EDIBLE ART
930 12th Street West
941 746-6647
email: bonnibakes@gmail.com
Celebrating our 8th year of delicious aromas filling the colorful 1910 cottage where Bonni Brown
creates artful edibles, thin-crusted gourmet pizzas, addictive Chocolate Orgasm cookies, marvelous
muffins, cookies, crackers and brownies. We make hand-decorated cookies for special occasions;
they are always yummy and lovingly made from scratch. Most items are vegetarian. We do personalized
catering and private parties too.
Hours: Wed-Sat 10-2, ArtWalks and all Village events. Lunch available Wed-Sat 11:30am-1:30pm.
10. ARTS COUNCIL OF MANATEE
926 12th Street West
941 746-2223
Web Site: www.manateearts.org
The Arts Council hopes you will get to know them as you travel through the Village of the Arts. They will
attempt to answer your questions about Artists in the Village and throughout Manatee County. Their
gallery exhibits change monthly.
Hours: Monday-Friday 10-4, ArtWalks.
13. LIBERAL ARTZ
1102 10th Avenue West
941 744-7484
Web Site: www.liberalartz.com
Artists in residence Kevin Webb and Diane Montrose present their hand painted furniture, compelling
wood & copper wall art, unique three dimensional assemblages and mirrors. Also available are fine art,
craft, and jewelry by other local and national artists.
Hours: Friday and Saturday 11-4, ArtWalks
16. VILLAGE VOICES & ECLECTIC ART EMPORIUM
1010 10th Ave.
941 748-6865
www.villagevoicesgallery.com
Village Voices is a Florida Authors Book Gallery where local authors read and sign their books on
Saturday ArtWalks from noon to 2:00 pm. The Manatee Florida Book Writers Association meets here on
the first and third Tuesdays of the month at 6:30 and the first and third Saturdays at 4:00. Our
gallery also features local woodcrafters. Enjoy the exotic garden and relax by the pond. Homemade
cookies, coffee, and cold drinks are always available. Call for upcoming events and workshop
information.
Hours: Wed-Sat 11-4, ArtWalks, groups by reservation.
17. CHARISMA CAFE & ART
1004 10th Ave West
941 748-8203
Home of Oldies 108 Luck 0 The Gecko
It begins with passion, the finest ingredients, the perfect blends, the right grind, the ability to
create and the desire to please. We serve fine coffee, tea, cappuccino, espresso, smoothies, soups,
salads, wraps and delicate desserts. The colorful creations by our local artists will capture you.
Be sure to visit the shack in the back where you will find Miche creating her stained glass
designs. Hugs and smiles are always welcome. Owner Kim Hoffman looks forward to serving you.
Hours: Tues-Fri 8:30-4PM, Sat. 11-4, ArtWalks
22. THE DANCING CRANE GALLERY
1019 10th Ave West
941 744-1333
Website: www.dancing-crane.com
email:DancingCraneGallery@yahoo.com
The Dancing Crane offers exceptional collections of fine art, including sculpture, wood art, ceramics
and creative jewelry. You'll find gift items and treasures for your home in The Crane's Nest.
Work with our resident silversmith to create jewelry designs unique for you. Local and national
artists exhibit with the spotlight on one artist each month. Enjoy art demos, meeting the Crane's
artists, and holiday festivities on First Friday and First Saturday ArtWalks. Our award winning
gardens are available for you special occasions! Call us.
Hours: Thurs-Sat 11-4, ArtWalks, by appointment.
27. LEE SHORE GALLERY
1023b 12th Street West
(located in the back studio on 11th Ave West)
941 750-8203 or 941 224-6394 cell
941 750-8203 or 941 224-6394 cell
Website: www.leeshoregallery.com
email: leeshoregallery@tampabay.rr.com
Artist Christina M. Lee exhibits her hand crafted one-of-kind jewelry designs in fused glass,
handmade lampwork beads, semi-precious stones and sterling silver. Also featured are her hand painted
silk designs. Artist Rick Lee features his hand made fused glass platters. Available by special order
are Rick's handmade acoustic and electric guitars, ukuleles, basses, other musical instruments, and
his handmade, hand-painted electronic boutique Effects Devices. The Gallery also showcases
photography, blown glass, pottery and paintings by other local and national artists. Christina
teaches classes in lampwork bead making, bead stringing, fused glass, silk painting, and will soon
be teaching stained glass and batik classes as well; e-mail or call for more information about
classes.
Hours: Fri-Sat 11am-4pm, ArtWalks, all Village events, by appointment.
28. MARK'S PLANT PLACE & COLLECTABLES
1012 11th Ave West
941 746-9228
e-mail: MJHplants@aol.com
"Watch me grow"
Step back in time and discover the charm of an original 1925 Florida shotgun home and garden.
Explore the vintage glassware, memorabilia, antiques and collectable's. Enjoy easy care bamboo,
palms, plumeria plus many other varieties as you stroll the shaded paths. Mark J Hegedus, Proprietor.
Member: American Bamboo Society.
Hours: ArtWalks, Village events and by appointment, suggest calling ahead
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30.THE VILLAGE BOOKSHOP
1006 11th Ave West
941 750-9141
fax: 750-9864
Web site: TheVillageBookshop.org
thevillagebookshop@tampabay.rr.com
The Village Bookshop is an independent bookstore for independent minds. Owner, Doug Knowlton,
combines new, used and collectible books, while Valorie Knowlton provides integrative energy therapy
in the Healing Cottage by appointment.
Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 to 7pm, Saturday 10 to 5pm, & ArtWalk Friday 10 to 10pm
33. VILLAGE VERANDA AND GARDEN APARTMENTS & GALLERY
1001 11th Ave West
941 773-2828
email: annierussini@gmail.com
Spring 2008 exhibition features artist-in-residence Bill Jensen
and his haunting, richly colored portraits of the feminine mystique. Visit the longest established
art gallery in the Village of the Arts and meet Village co-founder and artist Annie Russini whose
vision has been featured on CNBC, Southern Living magazine, HGTV and Art Calendar.
34. LEFT OF CENTER GALLERY
1013 11th Ave West
941 518-3687
e-mail: katran1972@msn.com
Artist Randy Blahna presents a powerful new collection of contemporary paintings. The gallery has
expanded to include the fine arts and crafts of visiting artists.
Hours: ArtWalks, by appointment
37. FANCY FREE BOUTIQUE BLUE MORPH GALLERY
1102 12th St. W.
941 750-6318
Bob and Holly make artistic butterfly boxes with real tropical butterflies, driftwood and sea life.
They hold free watercolor demonstrations once a month with Jacquie Clark, a Bradenton Artist who has
won awards from coast to coast. Their unique gifts range from French white dresses for babies and
toddlers (great for that photo moment,) adult resort wear, furry puppets, Jacob's ladders, table
cloths, whimsical dinosaurs, and semi-precious jewelry, all are hand made and original. The work of
local artists Jacquie Clark, Maggie Nevans and Marge Bennett, to name a few, as well as other artists
from the Caribbean is shown.
Hours: Saturday 11-4, ArtWalks, special events & tours, by appointment
49. FLUFFS by lulu
1114 12th Street West
941 747-0609
Web Site: www.fluffsbylulu.com
lulu showcases her collection of whimsical, one-of-a-kind art pillows and vibrant pastel drawings and
paintings, incorporating sassy femininity and rich ebullient colors, demonstrating her love of joy
and frivolity. Brighten your home and your day -- shop at Fluffs by lulu. Friday ArtWalk night
includes psychic readings by Bobbie Benz. Instructional classes are always available.
Hours: Saturday 11-4, ArtWalks
50. KAOS GALLERY SOUTH
MIKI BONI STUDIOS
1122 12th Street West
941 747-0823
Web Site: www.mikiboni.com
e-mail: tomi@together.net
Ever changing exhibits include Miki Boni's joyous paintings, the social satirical sculptures of
Jack Dowd, George Bieber's whimsical clay works as well as crafts, tiles and other wonderfully
affordable gifties to round out the gallery's collection. Boni, who specializes in animal portraits,
and her sculptor husband, Tom Paulsin, live over their gallery in this 1920's newly restored home.
Hours: Fri-Sat 11-4 ArtWalks. by appointment
52 AFRICA NOW
1130 12th Street West
941 749-1100
e-mail: annie_kadji@yahoo.fr
Enjoy African contemporary art through the eyes of owner and Cameroon artist, Annie Kadji. She
brings the art and traditions of artists who live and work in Cameroon, including paintings,
sculpture, and her own mixed media designs. Kadji features an extraordinary collection of authentic
masks depicting their role in the cultural life of Africa. Each mask comes with a written history.
Hours: Fri-Sat 11-4, during ArtWalks, by appointment
53-LITTLE SWAMP STUDIO
1107 12th St. W.
941 746-0055
Little Swamp Studio is the realization of a dream
for artist in residence and owner, Anna D'Aste.
She has over thirty years of experience playing
in clay and twenty years of teaching others how to.
Anna always wanted a space where creativity and
spontaneity could exist in a peaceful environment.
Little Swamp is now open for classes and workshops!
Anna joined by Sandra French, stained glass and
clay artist will offer several classes in clay, raku
and mosaic for adults as well as children.
Feel free to stop by the Swamp and pick up a class
schedule. Commissions in clay and pottery/sculpture
repair available.
Hours: Fri-Sat 11am-4pm, ArtWalks
54. BAOBAB TREE GALLERY and STUDIOS
1113 12th Street West
941 447-3795
e-mail: gturner1113@yahoo.com
The Baobab Tree features a variety of artistic media including unique mirrors, frames and
clocks, ceramic fish bowls and paintings created by owners Christine and Gordon Turner. Other art
includes ceramics, weaving, pastels, photography, jewelry and sculpture by artists from all over
the United States and Southeast Asia.
Hours: Fri-Sat 11-4, ArtWalks, by appointment
64. GREEN BULL GALLERY
913 12th Ave West
941 748-4398
Web Site: www.gedeonphoto.com
The Green Bull is a photography gallery with a twist, featuring contemporary figure work by prominent
artists. Through the season, internationally renowned art photographer, Peter Gedeon, presents his
collection of digital and traditional photography, both figure and environmental.
Hours: ArtWalks, by appointment
65. GARCIA GALLERIES
917 12th Ave West
941 746-8743
Web Site: www.garciagalleries.com
Victor Garcia specializes in unique hand-forged modern and contemporary aluminum and bronze
sculptures, as well as furnishings of lasting beauty for the discriminating taste. Commissions
accepted.
Hours: Saturday 10-4, ArtWalks by appointment
69. CLAY IN THE GARDEN
1011 12th Ave West
747-6405
Without a doubt, this is a fun place to visit. Artist Jo Ellen Gorris creates whimsical
three-dimensional little clay characters that populate her gardens and studio. Demonstrations are
ongoing during Art Walks.
Hours: Fri-Sat 10-4, ArtWalks, by appointment
70. THE VILLAGE POTTER
1015 12th Avenue West
941 870-3204
Web Site: www.markrunnals.com
Functional high-fire stoneware pottery is offered for sale at
the Village Potter. We have great gift ideas at good prices some of which are the combined works of
Victor Garcia and Mark Runnals. Some of the most unusual pottery offered anywhere in the United States
can be found here.
Hours: Saturday 10-4pm, ArtWalks, by appointment
71. KIM COOK'S COUNTRY STORE
1203 12th Street West
744-1098
Step into more than just an old fashioned candy Store, experience
a wonderful world of delightfully scented candles and votive Boyd Bears, Forge Mountain homemade jams,
jellies, pickles and relishes, Americana small country furnishings and other neat collectables.
Don’t leave without some ice cream!
Hours: ArtWalks and most Saturdays 11-4pm Please call first.
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73. ARTISTIC EYE GALLERY & PICTURE FRAMING
941 1209 12th Ave West
745-2315
e-mail: artistic.eye@hotmail.com
Enhance your artwork, preserve your family photos and entrust your treasures to the skillful eye of
Slade Nash. A professional framer in New Orleans for over 10 years, his work has been showcased in
Home and Garden Magazine, MTV'S Real World and in the private homes of collectors worldwide.
Hours: Wed-Sat 10-5pm, Artwalks
88. HEARTS DESIRE
1221 12th Street West
941 302-1069
Web Site: www.heartsdesirefl.com
e-mail: vicki@heartsdesirefl.com
Look for the coral red picket fence entryway to discover all that Hearts Desire has to offer. The
unique, eclectic jewelry is created by owner Vicki Rollo using semi-precious stones, fresh water
pearls, Bali silver and beads from around the world. They complement any style of clothing. You can
also find a terrific array of affordable women's fashions and accessories: hands-free purses and Onex
sandals that accompany the jewelry. Ceramics, paintings, fused glass, metal work and wall clocks
from local and national artists adorn the walls. Check out the beautifully landscaped backyard that is
available for meetings, parties and other special events.
Hours: Thurs-Sat. 11-4 pm, ArtWalks
96. CADE GALLERY
1009 13th Ave West
941 708-0740
Visit Rude Cade at the corner of 11th Street and 13th Avenue West.
Cade's gallery is painted a bright pimento -- you can't miss it! She displays her own original Florida
fauna and flora paintings and prints as well as sculpture, antiques and collectables.
Hours: Thur-Sat 10-4 pm, ArtWalks, by appointment.
102. BITS & PIECES
1303 13th Ave West
941 744-Bits (744-2487).
Web Site: www.bitsandpieceslindab.com
e-mail: LindaBronk@Verizon.net
QUILTS! QUILTS! QUILTS!
Come take a peek inside Linda
Bronkema's interesting 1913 home filled with high quality handmade quilts, original paintings and
unique memorabilia from decades past. Come, take your time, explore rooms of treasures and enjoy the
ambiance. See the bounty of quilts and quilted wall hangings, collectable linens, almost antiques,
china, framed art prints and an abundance of other treasures.
Hours: Fri, Sat 11-4pm, ArtWalks, by appointment
113. BODY & SOUL WELLNESS ISLAND
1201 16th Avenue West
941 228-1742
Jaclyn Tredway
…is just that, an island sanctuary of well being.
Come for the unique holistic massage, or international
dancercise. Enjoy 'S mores at the empowerment zone campfire.
Elders, women and children learn pressure point self-defense. Also,
learn how spiritual principles work with material means to create
prosperity. Or, just hang out and decompress on the Back Beach
while re-energizing with living water.
115. RISTORANTE ORTYGIA
NOW OPEN! The Flavor of Sicily:
1418 13th St. West
941 741-TOGO (8646), fax #941 750-8646
Web Site: www.ortygiarestaurant.com
e-mail: ortygiatogo@hotmail.com
TOO BUSY OR TIRED TO COOK? Chef/owner Gaetano Cannata provides a
variety of expertly prepared fresh foods for families or individuals on the go. Enjoy the atmosphere
with art, music and flavors of Sicily. We are a great place to eat and rest your feet during ArtWalks.
Eat your delicious food in our garden seating. Be pleasantly surprised: it's not what you think.
Chef/Owner Gaetano Cannata.
Hours: Tues-Sat 11:30-8PM (extended hours for Village of the Arts events).
WIFI access hot spot.
159. VI OAKS GALLERY
1110 15TH Ave West
941 747-0093
Web Site: www.karenklosky.com
At this gallery outside the box in proximity also boasts
the same for owner Karen Klosky's artwork. In 2003, Klosky's works were voted best Censored Art
by the Weekly Planet after having had nine works censored. Klosky is also an accomplished musician.
Be sure to attend her jam sessions under the VI OAKS.
Hours: ArtWalk Saturday
190. DEBBIE'S ART GARAGE
1010 16th Ave W
(Corner of 11th & 16th)
941 746-2602
website: debbiesartgarage.com
email: debbiesartgarage@yahoo.com
Located at the Village's new southern outpost, three blocks
away from the more developed North Village. But if you walk or drive a little, you'll find that it's
worth your while. Debbie features an ever-changing selection of her own crafts and paintings,
hand-selected gifts, jewelry, and other little trinkets.
Hours: Fri-Sat 11-4pm, ArtWalks
208. CHURCH'S STAINED GLASS CREATIONS
1415 10th Street West
941 747-9293
We were voted best of the best on the Suncoast by the
Weekly Planet for customer stained glass. Artisan Bill Johnson specializes in one of a kind creations.
You can find anything from panels to jewelry, glass beads and 3D glass creations, including a musical
instrument that plays. The artist also works in hot glass.
Hours: Tues-Fri 1-5pm, Sat11-4, ArtWalks, by appointment
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