Baila Miller completed Bachelor’s, Master’s degree, and post graduate work at The University of Memphis. Through her company, Baila Miller Programs, she has been presenting college level courses that explore the role of literature, paintings, architecture, sculpture,…

A self-taught professional watercolor pencil artist, teacher and author. I have dabbled in many different mediums over the years. Retirement has allowed me the opportunity to pursue my passion for art. The love that I have for the beautiful wildlife that we share on…

Beth Burgan brings experience of teaching art to gifted and talented (K-12) university students, and challenged adult populations. Her B.S. degree is in art education. She has an MFA, was a teaching assistant in sculpture at Kent State University. She worked in Human…

Beverly Gordon is an artist, writer and teacher who has long been passionate about “deep seeing” and helping people appreciate both the material and inner, intuitive worlds. She is Professor Emeritus in the Design Studies department of the University of…

I love taking photos. I have photographed many different subjects: travel and local scenes, wildlife, landscapes, cityscapes, family and friends, and ‘the moment’. After several careers and raising a family, I am living my retirement dream of working as a…

Carolyn Robinette, a local Artisan maker, located in Venice, Florida. I have lived in Florida most of my life ,12 years in Venice. I enjoy mix media  art, and most of all teaching and creating art with others. I have been teaching art for about 20 years. Besides  art,…

After creating art for decades in her spare time, in 2018 Ellen   successfully transitioned from the structured world of corporate life to the vibrant and dynamic realm of abstract art. Her work exudes an unmistakable urban vibe, reflecting the dichotomy of her past…

Erica Groff is a sculptural artist and teacher with a BFA in ceramics from California College of the Arts. While ceramics is her favorite medium, she also creates with metal, plastics, and other tactile materials, often incorporating them. During her 14 years in the…

Frances Smith has been a freelance artist in Venice for over 40 years. She attended Boston Museum of Fine Arts School and Ringling College of Art, specializing in acrylic, watercolor and pastel – with extensive work in stained glass, calligraphy, and Public Art…

Gary received his BFA from Kutztown University in Pennsylvania in 1976, then studied at the Art Students League of New York, SVA, and NYU. He first worked as a graphic designer in NYC at several book publishing houses. He then freelanced  illustration for Dell Puzzle…

Haley Ponder is a 22 year old self taught artist born and raised right here in Venice,FL. Haley specializes in abstract acrylic painting but does not just stop there, she has also done custom paintings for homes nationwide. For reference you can check out her Etsy…

Janessa has passionately dedicated the past 25 years to creating and teaching art within the local community. Her instructional program embraces a variety of art mediums, integrating classical techniques, art history, and art appreciation concepts. Additionally,…

Jeanne has been a full-time potter for over 25 years; having owned and operated a pottery school and gallery near Buffalo, NY for 12 years. Her education includes: Bachelor of Arts/Ceramics from S.U.N.Y. at Fredonia, Post graduate Glaze Chemistry at S.U.N.Y. Alfred,…

Joanne’s love for art has always been a part of her life while growing up in Pennsylvania. She studied art at Kutztown University, Wyomissing Institute and with many local and national art teachers.  Art workshops to California, Arizona, France, Delaware, Pennsylvania…

Josephina studied at the Instituto de Bellas Artes in Colombia, South America. She went on to teach both children and adults a wide range of media including drawing, painting, glass fusion, and stained glass. Her work is known throughout the world.

Julie is a lifetime and award winning potter. Her teaching career has been with the Arlington County, Virginia, Department of Parks, Recreation & Community Resources. She taught all levels of wheel-throwing classes and workshops on surface decoration. She also…

Katrina, from Toledo, Ohio, became fascinated with minerals, gemstones and jewelry after a career in Ohio and Maryland as a secondary and adult education teacher and administrator. Beginning in 1996, she studied wire-craft jewelry making at William Holland School of…

Kitt Moran is an award – winning oil painter whose work spans portrait, figurative, still life and landscape. Known for her contemporary impressionist style, she has won numerous honors, including several first place and “best of show” awards. Her work is exhibited at…

Laura received her Masters degree from California Institute of the Arts in 2002.  She has worked as a Theatrical Lighting Designer, Scenic Designer, and Painter for the past 20 years. Laura has worked many amazing places around the globe, including the Metropolitan…

Laura Pommier resides in Rotonda West, Florida. Her formal art education comprises a Master of Arts from Indiana State University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Murray State University. Previously living in Jasper, Indiana, she worked as a graphic artist. At the…

Linda began painting in oils at the age of 15 under private and group instruction. She earned her Master’s Degree (MBA) at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and currently offers over 15 years of experience teaching adult students in a variety of…

Beginning with a BS in Textiles plus Education from Texas Tech, Linda has been a teacher, a commercial textiles and clothing designer and entrepreneur. For the past 20 years she has been a textile artist, creating one-of-a-kind garments and accessories which she sells…

I have been a glass artist since 2004 when I began doing Stained Glass which was a dream from a young age.  I added Fusing to my repertoire in 2016.  I love the colors and ability to create originals from my imagination and encourage my students to use their…

Marsha Ouimette is a passionate sculptor who loves to share her knowledge with others in clay. She is known for both whimsical and realistic sculptures. A graduate from the University of Bridgewater with a degree in art education, Marsha continues her studies at…

A brand new pottery instructor to the Venice Art Center, Mary has many years of experience creating pottery. Always learning and honing her skills, she is a continuing student at the VAC and now she shares her talent with the students who also wish to attend class.

Pat has worked as a studio potter for over 35 years. She is a graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology in Graphic Arts with post-graduate study at the School for American Craftsmen, where she studied with potters Franz Wildenhaim and Jim Seacreast. Her work has…

Picardo is a Sarasota-based visual artist and fashion designer behind Picardo Colours. Specializing in vibrant fine art and   custom, hand-painted “Art to Wear” apparel, he passionately combines creative inspiration with sustainable, repurposed  fashion….

Robert was a full-time commercial photographer for 18 years in California and had clients such as Callaway Golf, IBM, and Qualcomm. He won a number of honors including CA Magazine’s Award of Excellence and ASMP’s Gold Award. Robert’s work has been published in…

Sheila Golden has worked in fine art for over 30 years, being included in a women’s art calendar and exhibiting in New York City, San Francisco and Santa Fe, NM. Her watercolors are in Sarasota’s Marietta Museum of Art & Whimsy. She has a BA in Fine…

Sherry Tamburo is a fiber artist with a design degree in Architecture from the University of Florida.  Her interest in fiber arts began with weaving, spinning, basketry and evolved into wet felting.  The authenticity and sustainability of the materials used in wet…

Stephanie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and has been teaching K–12 art throughout the Sarasota and Venice area for over 20 years. She is passionate about creating a welcoming, relaxing environment where students…

Painting is one of the greatest joys of my life. I consistently use the gift that I have been given while striving to improve my technique and bring joy to others with my work. Susan studied in Buffalo, NY and earned a BS and MS in Art Education.