In 2025, artists Shah Hadjebi, Marti Koehler, MariaPia Malerba, and Wilson McCray worked on a collaborative drawing inspired by Sanibel’s designation as a sanctuary island. Created over the course of three months, the 6-foot by 125-foot mural became a powerful expression of four distinct artistic voices united by a shared connection to nature. The completed […]
Artwork Credit: Christine ReichowThis annual exhibit celebrates the talented artist-instructors who lead BIG ARTS Adult Workshops and Classes, showcasing the creativity, skill, and passion these artists share with students throughout the season.Artist Reception: Friday, May 7, 5PM
The Odd Couple, Taylor ScalzoThis annual collaboration between BIG ARTS, Hope Healthcare’s Art Therapy Program, and Lee Health’s Arts in Healthcare Program highlights the healing power of creative expression. Through personal journeys of grief, illness, and recovery, the exhibit reveals how inspiration, empathy, and grace continue to grow through art.Artist Reception: Friday, May 7, 5PM
Through its collaboration with Florida SouthWestern State College School of the Arts, BIG ARTS gives emerging artists a professional exhibition experience. Showcasing work across a variety of artistic disciplines, the annual exhibit celebrates students’ creativity, involvement, and dedication from the classroom to the gallery.Artist Reception: Saturday, June 12, 5PM
BIG ARTS continues its partnership with the Sanibel School, showcasing the creativity of the island’s youngest artists. Featuring works by students in grades K–8 across a variety of mediums, the exhibit reflects the imagination, innovation, and encouragement fostered by dedicated art teacher Erica Sharp.Artist Reception: Saturday, June 12, 5PM