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In the Blink of An Eye - Mariapia Malerba

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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The mural celebrates the beauty and wonder of nature, merging the gentle presence of the manatee with oversized flowers and butterflies that symbolize transformation and freedom. ARTIST’S RECEPTION: October 27 | 5:00p.m. - 7:00p.m.

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A Retrospective - Bea Pappas

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Bea Pappas was an award-winning signature member of the International Society of Experimental Artists and served for many years on the BIG ARTS Visual Arts Committee. Regrettably, while some of her work was lost in Hurricane Ian, we are deeply grateful to her daughter, Aleece Pappas, and her dear friend, Deborah Butler, for their generosity […]

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Event Series Zentangle Drawing Series

Zentangle Drawing
Instructor: Donna Lee Cole

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Experience the art of Zentangle®, a relaxing drawing concept that anyone can enjoy, one stroke at a time. It is a wonderful, meditative art form suitable for both beginners and experienced artists. Zentangle will help increase focus and relax the mind. Students will learn the history and concept of this unique art form and then […]

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Involution - Paintings by Dana Roes and Poetry by Brandi George

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Involution is the process of enfolding, inwardness, curving, ingrowth, or entangling. It is the state of being involved or complicated. Dana Roes’ paintings and Brandi George’s poetry explore the art of involution in this collaborative exhibit. Inspired by evolution, extinction, and South Florida waters, forests, and skies, this collection of art and poetry reveals the […]

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Intro to Glass Fusing
Instructor: Petra Kaiser

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Glass fusing, also called kiln‐formed glass, offers an outlet for creativity for those who are artistically blessed, as well as those who are artistically challenged. As Petra always says, "Glass is difficult to mess up and nearly everything is possible in the craft of glass fusing.” The class will be a hands‐on experience introducing students […]

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Event Series Fluid Art Series

Fluid Art
Instructor: Tammy DeCaro

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Join mixed-media artist Tammy DeCaro in this fun and creative fluid art series. Each session will focus on a new fluid art technique such as flip cup, open cup, ring pour, puddle pour, swiping, and pouring with gadgets.  These mini-workshops will include mixing paints, choosing pouring mediums, and how to choose colors and layer them […]

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Watercolor Fundamentals
Instructor: Sunny Krchmar

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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This class is for those new to watercolors or at an intermediate level who are interested in improving current skills. Sunny will introduce you to the wide assortment of watercolor supplies. You’ll learn how to mix your colors through a variety of painting exercises, add interesting texture, and be inspired to create more freely. Basic […]

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Glass Fusing Instructor: Petra Kaiser

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Glass fusing, also called kiln‐formed glass, offers an outlet for creativity for those who are artistically blessed, as well as those who are artistically challenged. As Petra always says, "Glass is difficult to mess up." You will be able to create anything from functional to expressive, from jewelry to sculpture, from tableware to wall art. […]

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From Life
Instructor: Juli Bobman

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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This multi-week, life drawing workshop meets on Mondays with model and guidance. This class is designed as a multi-level experience and will cover foundational basics and discuss light, shadow, proportion, and some anatomy. The sessions are casual, relaxing, and inviting to beginner and advanced artists alike. Sessions will begin with a series of short gesture […]

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Perfumes

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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France, 100 mins, 2020. Anne Walberg is a diva celebrity in the perfume world. She creates fragrances and sells her incredible talent to companies of all kinds. Guillaume is her new driver and the only one who is not afraid to stand up to her.

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Event Series BIG ARTS – Open Studio Series

BIG ARTS – Open Studio

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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A place for inspiration! Artists generate ideas, but they need space and time to develop these ideas, and for visual artists, it all comes together in the studio. Join in during Open Studio on the first Tuesday of each month. Use this time to work on your individual art projects while interacting with other artists. […]

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Event Series Zentangle Drawing Series

Zentangle Drawing
Instructor: Donna Lee Cole

BIG ARTS Sanibel 900 Dunlop Rd, Sanibel, FL, United States
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Experience the art of Zentangle®, a relaxing drawing concept that anyone can enjoy, one stroke at a time. It is a wonderful, meditative art form suitable for both beginners and experienced artists. Zentangle will help increase focus and relax the mind. Students will learn the history and concept of this unique art form and then […]

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