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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 Closed June to mid November 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. Closed for the summer. 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 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: Art Walks and by appointment. 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 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 10-4PM, 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. Closed 8/2-9/4. 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" "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: by appointment only 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: Thursdayy – Friday 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 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 12am-4pm, ArtWalks, closed Aug. & Sept. 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. Closed until October 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. 73. ARTISTIC EYE GALLERY & PICTURE FRAMING 941 1209 12th Ave West 941-745-2315 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: by appointment 74. PUMPKIN PATCH PAINTINGS 1213 12TH Avenue West 941 - 201-4350 Come visit the orange house where you can see all sizes and types of paintings. You can also purchase the award winning book “Pushing the Pull Door”, available in hard and soft cover. This book will instruct you on how to get through a hurricane without sustaining any damage! Bricabracks are slso for sale, including a miniature antique school room, to be sold to the highest bidder. And sailors, don’t miss the painting “Green Flash” while you are there. Hours: Saturday 11-3 pm First Friday ArtWalk |
85. MUSIC MUSIC with a touch of magic 1302 13th Ave West 941- 746-3200 e-mail: musicmusic1@verizon.net With a teaching staff of professional musicians, we have been serving Bradenton's musical needs for over 30 years. We not only teach most instruments, we also sell, rent and repair them. Also available are music books and accessories. Glenda has been in music all her life, learning from her parents when she was a child. She teaches a broad range of musical instruments. Music Music is looking forward to having recitals and concerts in their back yard. Don't be surprised if you see a touch of Magic or even Punch & Judy. Hours: Mon - Thurs 1 to 7 closed Fridays Saturday 9-3, 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: Fri & Sat 11-4 pm, ArtWalks 6-9:30. 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. Summer: by appointment only 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: ArtWalk only |
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Please feel free to visit these other fine galleries in the Village: 36. RAWK SHOP 74. PUMPKIN PATCH PAINTING 87. MADE IN THE SHADE 89. WILLIAM'S WOOD |
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DIRECTIONS TO THE VILLAGE: >From I-75: Exit SR 64 West to Bradenton. Left at light on 9th St. West then right onto 11th, 12th, or 13th Avenues West into Village. >From Manatee Avenue & Beaches: East to 12th Street West, turn right to end, quick left and right into Village. >From Longboat Key: Cortez Road East. Turn left at sign "Bus. 41 North Palmetto". Head North to Bradenton. Turn right at either 13th, 12th, or 11th Avenues West into Village. We encourage you to use the parking garage at the corner of 12th St. West and 8th Ave. West. Paid parking Monday - Friday 8-6pm. Friday night ArtWalks and weekends, park free. |