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Robin Aronson and April Guittar: Jinglers Jewelry Jinglers Jewelrytm is created by sisters Robin Aronson and April Guittar in their Jacksonville studio. With a desire to create jewelry that is colorful and fun to wear, they chose anodized aluminum as their primary medium. Utilizing accents such as glass, beads, enamels and other metals

Nancy Asbell Nancy Asbell's ‘Florida Horizons' conjure up a menagerie of raw emotions. Gazing into these vivid windows, your imagination runs wild in rivers of grass and skylines of Sabal palms.  Nancy captures that summer evening's vibrant sunset just as you remembered it, when your camera could never do the moment justice. You find solace in these Florida Horizons, and will return to them for years to come. Nancy says, "Growing up in Florida I have fallen in love with our beautiful skies, marshes, and wildlife.  'Florida Horizons' celebrates this desire to call attention to the Florida that I grew up with, the Florida that is slipping away, and the Florida that is around us every day.  As a Lupus survivor, I am an advocate for Lupus awareness, and 10% of all of my proceeds are donated to the Florida Lupus Association."

Patty Bodney: Padi Custom Ceramics Designer Patty Bodney gives great care and attention to detail in every piece of her custom ceramics, with each piece designed based on special inspiration. “Padi” offers four collections: the Welcome home collection, the Dots Galore Collection, the Tradewinds, and Vegetable Medley.  Each collection can be used individually or interchange with the other collections.  Each piece Padi paints is hand painted and hand glazed, and everything Padi paints is “hand painted with style!” *Art Spot Founding Member

Cathy Brown: Brown Dragonfly Studios Since the age of 12, Cathy Brown has wanted to do metal work, but back then a girl in a metal shop class was not the norm and she was directed to take a music class instead. That passion was set aside for a more practical life, but for years, she has wondered what she could have done art-wise and dreamed of setting up something for all artists, a forum or gallery.  Now working with copper enameling, she has found her joy and hopes to expand into other metals and creating wonderful free-standing metal pieces that will decorate homes, offices, and galleries around the world. Here are her first steps!

Jami Childers "I am a mostly self taught artist that paints primarily with acrylic on watercolor paper. There is a certain kind of magic that goes on with this media. I love to be surprised with the end result. I have learned through the years to not plan so much with artwork. Paintings are much more interesting if you let the energy of that piece flow on its own. For me there is a definite  pleasure in turning average objects & scenes into fine art. If you are looking for paintings that are created with a true devotion to the arts, you have found it here. Please come & enjoy!"

Anne Cullum: EliSilas Designs Artist Anne Cullum: "I hope you will enjoy my collection of original art pieces inspired by great color and texture that are truly timeless, yet relate perfectly with contemporary design. If you love Pottery Barn and Anthropologie style home decor, you will love what EliSilas Designs has to offer.  *Art Spot Founding Member

Kelli Dandelake: Dandelake Designs At Dandelake Designs, you'll find an array of trendy, vibrant fused-glass jewelry and accessories. With a full spectrum of colors to choose from, this glass-wear provides a jolt of vivid color to any outfit.  Designer Kelli Dandelake carefully hand-crafts a variety of stylish pendants, rings and other unique accessories in her home studio. You'll also find a new line of products for your pets that include personalized tags and fun toys. Check out her website at the link above and be sure to sign up for the Dandelake Designs newsletter to receive information about her latest additions and special offers.

Araceli Diaz: Photography Born in Lima, Peru, Araceli Diaz immigrated to the United States at the age of 21 and never went back. Educated in both Lima and the States, she has a varied background including architecture, construction, set design, and CADD design. Ara now applies those skills to photography, including some spectacular panoramic views of the Jacksonville area. See her work here as well as in several galleries and frameries around town. A permanent display with 12 of her canvases can also be seen at the new Community Center and Exhibition Hall in Jacksonville Beach.

Jen Eccleston: Sophie Ann Handbags The drive behind Sophie Ann Handbags is a special one.  Designer Jen Eccleston and her husband, Matt, are adopting a child from China.  Jen began the Sophie Ann business with two desires in mind: to raise money for the high cost of adoption expenses and to raise awareness concerning the plight of orphans worldwide.  Sophie Ann Handbags have a reputation for being very well made.  They are hand-crafted with great care and attention to detail using only high-quality materials.  Each handbag comes lined in a fun coordinating print and includes three inside pockets and a magnetic closure. (Pockets and closure not offered in mini size.) *Art Spot Founding Member

Gallery Framery We offer a great selection of local and national art ... everything from oil's and acrylics to photography and wood sculpture. In addition to our great gallery on the Historic San Marco Square we take pride in our expert custom framing and design services.

Linda Hawkins Linda is inspired by the beauty and gifts of nature around her whether at home, on the St. Johns River or traveling the Caribbean Islands. Her favorite subjects are what she calls “God’s Little Treasures”, the things we often pass by during our busy day without seeing. It helps her remember to take time to smell the roses each day and to savour and be thankful for each moment shared with the world the Lord has created for our pleasure.

Ellie Hoffman Ellie is a self taught artist whose paintings are primarily done in watercolor and ink.  "My paintings are mainly of fantasy type art that are visions of whatever happens to enter my mind at the time and ends up on paper. I find painting an outlet to express myself and have been absolutely thrilled that others have enjoyed and appreciated it as well. I hope that you will find my work interesting."

The Nicki Leach Foundation At seventeen Nicki Leach was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. But Nicki never stopped smiling--even though she lost her reading ability, could not speak and became blind in one eye. As her illness progressed, Nicki found comfort in her camera, taking pictures outside.  She left behind her beautiful photographs that have been reproduced for framing as well as greeting cards. All proceeds from sale of her photographs support the Nicki Leach Foundation which honors her request to help others suffering with cancer.  "Don't frown because it's over...smile because it happened."

Cat Mallard: Darkling Woods Studios Cat Mallard, a University of Florida graduate, has been teaching art in the public schools for 18 years. When not teaching teens the wonders of art, she's working in her studio. Her work has been exhibited at fantasy conventions across the country, winning several awards in addition to being selected for display at Tolkien 2005 in England, and her illustrations were published for the first time last year in "Lembas for the Soul" by Catherine Kohman. Her inspirations are mythology, folktales, dance and whatever catches her magpie eyes.

Sarah McMahon: Pockets of Sage Because two hands aren't always enough to catch what life throws at us! Sarah McMahon designs and creates these wonderful bags. Each item is made with loving care, transpired and inspired by Sarah’s daughter Sage. Every piece is planned and created with uniqueness and individuality to be truly one of a kind. Sarah's bags are made for everyday life for every do all, need all, have all woman.  Sarah's on Etsy too!

Debra Mitchell: Max Mosiac Designs Debra Mitchell creates unique Artwork using mosaic tiling techniques. Her array of Art ranges from headboards to custom inlayed tiles, backsplashes, floor entryways and wall hangings. Debra gets her inspirations from her love of Florida. She enjoys Florida's beautiful tropical plants and abundant wildlife, which are seen in her work. Ceramic tile, glass, clay, rocks and shells are used to create her one of a kind Artwork.  If you can imagine it, Debra will create it. You can visit her latest work at here and contact her here.

Joanelle Mulrain “Through a myriad of experiences and travels that have broadened my mind and pleased my soul, I am now back to my roots painting and photographing, as well as writing books.  Through my painting, I express the beautiful cattails in their wild and willowy manner in the swamps and tributaries of the St. Johns River and beyond.  I have grown up with these beautiful strands of green and brown, and they tend to follow me wherever I go.  They are different throughout our country and abroad.  They are sentinels for our environment.  My range of color is exciting to work with and my tools are decades old, recently found and now reused.  Through my photography I capture in a very simple way what I see with my eye and now am able to share with others, such as the reflections of the wild swamp and marsh and the nuances of color throughout the natural landscape.  Through my words in my book I am able to touch those in the midst of change and support their move forward.  I have found my place for a while.  I am blessed to be able to share my passion.”

Lyn Richards: Artemis Lampwork Lyn Richards creates lampwork beads with the goal of bringing joy and delight to her friends and customers with every piece she makes. Though her style is eclectic, she's found her comfort zone in bright cheery pieces, full of color and movement, as well as in earthy organic beads, full of detail and depth. Reveling in her time at the torch, she also creates custom Twisties and Cane for other lampworkers.  In addition to lampwork, her jewelry is based on her own vision, where she sees the piece in her head, goes to the torch to bring the beads to life, then extends the piece into its jewelry form. She's happy to take custom orders! She's also on Etsy!

 

Wyanne Thompson: "Upstairs Diva" Wyanne has been selling her work on the Internet for over 10 years. She works in a broad variety of mediums from painting, sculpture, altered art and jewelry. She also offers mentoring for artists interested in expanding their business on the Internet. Wyanne's work centers around strong, bold, opinionated women and their loves. The women of her paintings are affectionately called "divas". There are 22 steps to get to her boutique studio loft. Hence, the name "Upstairs Diva".  Her work can also be found on Etsy and Ebay.

Kelly Warren: Happy Shack Designs Kelly Warren creates whimsical jewelry and accessory designs. Her goal is to bring you a one-of-a-kind piece of wearable art that brings a smile to your face each time your wear it.  She uses only the highest quality materials including sterling and fine silver as well as 14K gold filled and 14K gold accents by request. She loves color and texture, which comes through in her fanciful and fun designs.  Check out her blog, where she gives away a free pair of earrings every Friday!  *Art Spot Founder