In collaboration with Ringling’s Letterpress and Book Arts Center, Basch Gallery will feature an original wall installation and printed materials by Kathryn Hunter, a printmaker and fine artist who runs Blackbird Letterpress in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Airidescence, a combination of abstract watercolor paintings, hanging ribbon sculptures and wire installations, is Anne Patterson’s first Alfstad& Contemporary exhibition.
Prepare to learn tips, tricks, strategies, and skills at this free Microsoft Learning Event, "Bring New Power to Your Presentations, Stories & Reports with SWAY"
Microsoft Sway: The Presentation Storytelling App
This spring's diverse group of speakers include a videographer, an underwater archeologist, an art educator, two artists, The Ringling Museum curator of photography, the founder of the Urbanite Theater, the Asolo Theater Outreach Director, the chief disruption officer of the Sarasota Underground, and an architect.
Ringling Underground is a series of one night only events combining live music and experiential artworks in the Courtyard. Ringling Underground is always free for college students with a valid college ID. It is an extension of the Art After 5 program held on Thursdays after 5 p.m. After hours discounted admission is $15 for adults; $5 for children 6-17, children 5 and under and Museum Members are free.
Come celebrate the progress of the Ringling SoundStage construction with us, and network with other artists, art lovers, musicians, and music/entertainment industry professionals from 6-7:30 p.m. Then, stick around for some special performances from a variety of local artists!
OPENING RECEPTION MARCH 16, 2017, 5 PM - 7 PM, Free and Open to the Public
Join us every third Saturday where a group of local Artists, Farmers Entertainers, Bakers, Hand crafters, Designers, and Vintage Enthusiasts share their wares and inspiration.
Enjoy Jamming With Top Local Musicians in a relaxed environment with drink specials, networking, fun, and exciting impromptu jams!!! Performing Artists Enjoy A Free Round!!! $7 Dew and A Brew Special = A shot of Tullamore Dew and a beer!!! Bring your friends and get Groovy!!! Open Jam sign-up begins at 8:30!!!
Join us every third Saturday where a group of local Artists, Farmers Entertainers, Bakers, Hand crafters, Designers, and Vintage Enthusiasts share their wares and inspiration.
Paradise Portraits is a series of oil-based portraits with a portion of the profits going directly toward helping homeless individuals through a foundation here in Sarasota. These portraits will take a while to complete, so in the meantime come see a few Paradise Portrait t-shirt designs to help get the project started.
The “Pop-Up” series is an initiative designed to offer area-based high school and college students the opportunity to take their art to a higher level. This program came into fruition as a response to young artists who reached out to Art Center Sarasota for exhibition opportunities. Our exhibition staff works with them to develop their projects and give them exhibit space and an audience. For many, it’s the first time they’ve worked directly with a professional art space or gallery. This is a real learning experience for them.
Join us every third Saturday where a group of local Artists, Farmers Entertainers, Bakers, Hand crafters, Designers, and Vintage Enthusiasts share their wares and inspiration.
10 speakers will present 10 images of their work, interest, or inspiration. Slides advance automatically every 30 seconds.The event is open to the public.
Please join us in the courtyard at The Reserve for our vey first Open Mike night, hosted by Alone Together. Bring your acoustic set and share! Free admission.
This modern mixer is intended to showcase local creative talent, present emerging artists, and connect the community creatively.
This month Nick ODonnell explains the inspiration behind his unique furniture designs while singer/songwriter Kristopher James takes on a musical journey.
The 9th Annual Sarasota Improv Festival will take place on July 13, 14, 15 - that's THREE days of non-stop comedy coming your way.
If you would like to learn more about becoming a paid contributor for the Sarasota Underground then this is the meeting for you.
Hack Hospitality is a weekend long Hackathon designed to solve real problems in the hospitality industry through tech.
Art Center Sarasota's New Exhibitions
Opening reception for all four exhibits is Thursday, August 31, 5-7 p.m. Free and Open to the Public
Visit the Village of the Arts for our vibrant monthly artwalk the first Friday and Saturday of every month. Discover unique galleries, studios, specialty shops, healing arts, food and music during this popular monthly event.
We're teaming up with our good friends William Ralston, Mouthole BBQ and Angry Chair Brewing to bring you an evening of dark themed art, mean ass BBQ and sick craft brews so join us in supporting the local art scene!
Opening Reception All 4 Galleries. Open and Free to the Public. Art Center Sarasota's New Exhibitions: On View October 19-December 1
The festival will feature performances by youth and cultural groups, booths with information from arts and cultural organizations on their upcoming seasons, a book give-a-way for children, food, and activities for all ages.
Enjoy Graffiti Artists from all over Florida including cities like Miami, Tampa, Clearwater and more for LIVE art in our beer garden. Some will have art for sale too - artists receive 100% profits from their sold art.
Not your granny's craft show, Atomic is a holiday shopping spectacle for the world's delightful irregulars! Looking for an affordable and unusual gift for the holiday season? Look no more!
Three hours of studio time with a dynamic costumed model, wine, snacks and your fellow artists.
In addition to playing various instruments and using various drawing and painting techniques and media to demystify this subject, Bill will show key artworks that illustrate these relationships.