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Sarasota Art Colony artist refuses to be forgotten
3+ hour, 53+ min ago (884+ words) When retrospectives for the Sarasota Art Colony were unveiled earlier this year at Ringling College of Art and Design and at Michael Saunders & Co. s downtown offices, one prominent local artist wasnt included." Actually, lots of artists were left out....
Local photographers get exposure at new Plymouth Harbor showcase
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (346+ words) Among those finalists, five received blue ribbons from a panel of judges, with three taking home the top prize and two honorable mentions. Linda Mc Kenna and Rick Waid both earned honorable mentions for their pieces, respectively titled "Paddling into…...
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2+ mon, 5+ day ago (65+ words) Your Observer'Your Observer With the new Mc Gillicuddy Arts Plaza under construction, longtime Florida Studio Theatre leaders Richard and Rebecca Hopkins have assumed higher leadership roles. Get the latest in news, sports, schools, arts and things to do in Sarasota,…...
Stories this photo appears in - Sarasota, Longboat Key, Lakewood Ranch
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (29+ words) Your Observer The Sanctuary celebrates season with annual poolside party The upscale outdoor barbecue featured live music from Aloha Sharks....
Lakewood Ranch photography club preserves moments in time
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (288+ words) Along with her friend Anne Mc Gough, she sat with her camera and its long lens, preparing for the perfect moment to capture a white pelican diving and scooping up fish." "They don't dive, so I could still be sitting…...
Sponsored: Now Open: Sarasota Art Museum showcases the work of internationally renowned artist Janet Echleman like never before
7+ mon, 4+ week ago (284+ words) Exhibition: Art Deco: The Golden Age of Illustration Date: On view now through March 29, 2026 Location: Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College of Art and Design (1001 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236) Tickets: General Admission: $20 and 17 and Under: Free "Radical Softness" invites…...
Photography has done more than keep Lou Newman busy. It's kept him young.
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (327+ words) Lou Newman had all these adventures " and many others far less perilous " after the age of 70. It bears repeating: after the age of 70. Newman lived an extraordinary life before traveling the world and clicking pictures of alligators, anteaters, gazelles, elephants,…...
Sponsored: Art Deco: The Golden Age of Illustration
9+ mon, 2+ week ago (308+ words) Exhibition name: Art Deco: The Golden Age of Illustration Event date: On view now through March 29, 2026 Location: Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College of Art and Design (1001 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236) Ticket price: General Admission: $2017 and Under: Free Description:…...
Summer snapshot on St. Armands Circle
10+ mon, 2+ week ago (128+ words) Summer on St. Armands Circle does look a bit different from previous years as multiple shops remain closed from damage caused by last year's storms." But certain aspects have remained the same " most vitally, the welcoming atmosphere the gift shops,…...
An eye-catching exhibition of bird photography lands at Selby Gardens
11+ mon, 8+ hour ago (584+ words) When Jennifer Rominiecki became CEO and President of Selby Gardens a decade ago, she moved to convert the botanical garden, which houses the world's largest scientifically documented collection of living orchids, to a "living museum" model. By adding art exhibits…...