. | Key West Travel Guide - Visitor Information for Key West, FL in the Florida Keys https://www.keywesttravelguide.com Complete guide for things to do & see in Key West. Plan to enjoy island life. Thu, 28 Jul 2022 18:28:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.keywesttravelguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cropped-key-west-travel-guide-site-icon-32x32.png | Key West Travel Guide - Visitor Information for Key West, FL in the Florida Keys https://www.keywesttravelguide.com 32 32 The Studios of Key West TSKW https://www.keywesttravelguide.com/the-studios-of-key-west-tskw/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-studios-of-key-west-tskw Wed, 27 Jul 2022 15:12:47 +0000 https://www.keywesttravelguide.com/?p=30386 Read More]]>

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The Studios of Key West is a contemporary art center just steps from Duval Street. The Studios offers a wonderful array of programs for visitors, including new exhibitions each month by local and national artists, live music and theater, art classes, and artist residencies.

Built in 1951, their landmark Art Deco building is a true piece of Key West history, and it’s the spot you don’t want to miss if you’re looking to connect with the creative spirit of the island.

Their rooftop terrace boasts panoramic views over the rooftops of Old Town, stretching from the Gulf to the Atlantic.

While you’re there be sure to stop in at their bookstore, Books & Books at The Studios, which was founded by legendary writer Judy Blume.

Their galleries are always free to the public and are open 

Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-4pm.

Address: 533 Eaton Street

Phone: (305) 296-0458

 

 

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Fine-art photographer known for his stunning photos of Florida landscapes and seascapes.

The Alan Maltz Gallery on Upper Duval Street – located in an historic wood frame building.
The Alan Maltz Gallery on Upper Duval Street – located in an historic wood frame building.

Inspired works of art by renowned fine-art photographer Alan S. Maltz, author of Key West Color & Miami: City of Dreams.

Alan Maltz is considered one of Florida’s most respected fine art photographers.  His photographs are in many public and private collections.

Stunning photos of Florida wildlife, landscapes, architecture, and life are on display at this gallery.

Hours: Open daily 10 am.

Address: 1210 Duval Street

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Fine tribal and native artwork from around the world, including handmade rugs, African artifacts, and Indonesian furniture.

Archeo Gallery on Upper Duval Street features fine examples of native and tribal artwork from around the world.
Archeo Gallery on Upper Duval Street features fine examples of native and tribal artwork from around the world.

The Archeo Gallery is part of the vibrant, Upper Duval Street art scene.

Here, you will find ancient art for modern life.

Offerings include unique & vibrant tribal Gabbeh rugs made of hand spun wool & knotted by nomads, handmade teak furniture from Java, and ceremonial art of Africa.

Hours: Open daily 10-6.

Location: 1208 Duval Street.

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Pottery studio and gallery featuring the work of talented, local artists.

Original, handmade pottery
If you are looking for an original, genuine Key West creation, this is a great place to visit.

Honest Works Island Pottery Co. is a vibrant art gallery and active studio space in Old Town Key West.

Stop on by to shop the gallery space, watch the pottery in the making, or make your own pottery.

Honest Works offers pottery classes, as well as paint-your-own pottery for locals and tourist alike.

In this dynamic gallery & studio space artists, Adam Russell and Kelly Lever, create and display their own colorful island pottery. These are wonderful people with a beautiful attitude.

As soon as you visit, you’ll feel the artist energy flowing.

Hours: Open every day, 10am – 5pm (Sunday hours: 12pm-5pm)

Address: 1203 Duval Street

Phone: 419-308-9221

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For serious art connoisseurs, Jag Gallery is a must visit

Incredible local art on display at the Jag Gallery in Key West

Representing many of Key West’s most known and relevant contemporary artists, newly opened Jag Gallery has immediately become THE place for art collectors.

The gallery opened in 2020 by one of Key West’s talented artists, Letty Nowak. Inside the brightly lit inviting space you will find incredible works from

  • AD Tinkham
  • Carol Munder
  • Cathy Rose
  • Lincoln Perry
  • Letty Nowak
  • Joe Skoby
  • John Martini
  • Michael Haykin
  • Rick Worth
  • Sharon McGauley
  • Susan Sugar

Address: 1075 Duval Street C-23 (in Duval Square, near corner of Virginia St. & Simonton St)

Gallery Hours: 12pm – 5pm daily

Gallery Phone: 305-407-6202

SOME FOR SUMMER – NEW GROUP SHOW AT JAG GALLERY

Jag Gallery announces its latest exhibition featuring some of the gallery’s favorite artists from Key West and beyond opening with a preview reception on Friday July 29th from 5-7 which is free and open to the public.

 

See works from Sharon McGauley, Sally West, Lincoln Perry, John Martini and others. In addition, Jag is pleased to welcome the popular and award winning artist Michel Delgado to the gallery fold. SOME FOR SUMMER continues through August 16th.




 

RICK WORTH—NEW PAINTINGS AT JAG June 2nd-28th

JAG Gallery welcomes the return of the ever popular Key West artist Rick Worth with new paintings of familiar spots on canvas along with his popular “Candy Bars” series of compositions on roof shingles.

Since his arrival in Key West over thirty years ago this self taught painter, sculptor and instructor ’s unique and sometimes whimsical interpretations of idyllic Key West life can be found in numerous private collections and publicly all around town—murals, fence posts, shutters the hundreds of cars he has painted over the years.

JAG Gallery is located at the Simonton Street end of Duval Square C-23, 1075 Duval Street with ample, free parking. Gallery hours are Tuesday-Sunday noon to 5, Monday’s by appointment. For additional information call 305.407.6202 or email jaggallerykw@gmail.com

 

 

 

 

 

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Key West’s original co-op features works by local artists, each chosen by jury to be in the gallery.

On Whitehead St, the historic Key West Art Center
Key West Art Center & Gallery-the island’s original art gallery.

The building that houses the gallery was constructed in the 1850’s near the waterfront for use as a grocery store. Later years, after a fire, the building found use as the first W.P.A Art Project under President Roosevelt.

Today the gallery is organized as an artist’s co-op and has a wide choice of art by dedicated local artists and with a price range to suit everyone.

Hours: Open daily 10-5.

Location: 301 Front Street

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Respected, established gallery for fine art on Upper Duval Street.

The Gingerbread Square Gallery is located on Upper Duval Street and is considered on Key West’s finest art dealers.
The Gingerbread Square Gallery is located on Upper Duval Street and is considered on Key West’s finest art dealers.

The Gingerbread Square Gallery is one of Key West most respected and established galleries, which originally opened in 1974.

Here you will find original oil paintings, acrylic paintings, prints, art glass, graphics, and sculpture.

The gallery features well-known artists, including Rebecca Bennett,  Salinero, Salem, Palmer, Steve Walker, Kiraly, McIntosh, Peter, Rober Johnson, Sadowski, and Thivo.

Hours: Open daily 10-6.

Location: 1207 Duval Street.

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Artist Co-operative featuring local Key West artworks

Inside the 7 Artists gallery in Key West
Inside the 7 Artists gallery in Key West

7 Artists & Friends began as a co-operative art gallery run by seven of the islands most respected artists, each highly accomplished in their specific medium.

The gallery represents a number of quality local artists – displaying custom jewelry, original artwork, prints, giclées, sculptures and other original works of art. Photo realism, sculpture, jewelry, abstract, watercolor, photography, whimsy and glass; this gallery’s works have range.

The gallery has grown in popularity, prompting a move to this new location and the addition of new artists and friends.

Now in a new location, the gallery continues to exhibit quality, original Key West art.
Now in a new location, the gallery continues to exhibit quality, original Key West art.

Among the Key West artists represented, include:

  • Martha de Poo, watercolors
  • Pam Hobbs, acrylic
  • David Scott Meier, mixed media
  • Tony Scullin, photography
  • Noelle Rose, fabric
  • Karen Beauprie, watercolor
  • Elizabeth Chamberlain, oil
  • and local jewelry designer Jennifer Badry of Mango Season Jewelry Designs.

Location: 213 Simonton Street

Hours:

Monday – Thursday 10am – 5pm
Friday – Saturday 10am – 7pm
Sunday 12pm – 5pm

Telephone: 305-294-8444

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Established and respected gallery representing talented local artists.

On White Street, the Harrison Gallery displays works by talented local artists.
On White Street, the Harrison Gallery displays works by talented local artists.

Sculptor Helen Harrison and singer-author Ben Harrison have owned this charmingly unique gallery for over 30 years.

Helen is known for her beautiful and graceful sculptures – transforming one natural object into another form, such as a gourd that becomes a pear.

Also represented at the gallery is Cynthia Kulp – one of today’s finest painters of parrots.

Hours: Open daily 12-5.

Location: 825 White Street.

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Small gallery in the White Street arts district features talented local artists.

Gallery Show at Stone Soup
The gallery is well curated and minimalist – allowing the artworks to become the focus

Small, tasteful gallery specializing in local fine art and framing.

The gallery represents Dave Kline, Judy Waterman, Kate Levin, Tim Curtis, Molise, and others.

Now in a new space on White Street, the Stone Soup Gallery has shown a good curatorial eye for talent, with a good selection of quality artists.

Location: 802 White Street

Hours: Open Monday – Saturday, 10am – 5pm.

Phone: 305-296-2080

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