I love going to Florida Craft Art for gifts for friends and family. They are a great place to find…read moreunique items that are priced right.

This store has amazing art by very talented crafters, no junk. Lots of glass, ceramics, and…read moreartwork. There seems to be exhibits each time I come, and today there were Buddhist monks actively at their art of sandwork. It was absolutely beautiful, and watching them meticulously apply the colored sand into this vibrant design Mandalay design was amazing, such patience!

Beautiful artwork but the salesman was up my ass the whole time I was there. He just couldn't get a…read moreclue that he wasn't wanted around. I kept walking away from him but he just kept tracking me down. I couldn't really enjoy the art work. If I want to but a piece I will come find you.

I had an extremely disappointing experience with Ocean Blue Galleries Winter Park that I feel…read morecompelled to share to prevent others from being misled as I was. I visited the gallery last year while in Orlando and saw a beautiful lion painting (or so I thought). The lion holds deep personal significance for me as my late son's name, Ari, means "lion." Naturally, I was drawn to this piece. The salesperson, Lilli, immediately engaged me, took the artwork into a special dimly lit room, and passionately described the brushstrokes and how they come to life under different lighting. This entire presentation strongly implied that I was looking at an original painting. I didn't purchase it immediately but exchanged numerous emails with the gallery afterward. Twice in my emails, I referred to it as a painting. Not once did they correct me. Instead, they carefully avoided calling it a painting themselves, referring to it only as a "piece." After much deliberation, I purchased it and had it shipped internationally. When it arrived, I was shocked to find that the certificate described it as a limited-edition print, not an original painting. Feeling deceived, I reached out to the gallery, expecting them to take responsibility. Their response? They admitted they saw me calling it a painting in emails but didn't correct me because they "didn't want to offend me." When I requested a refund, they hid behind their 3-day no-refund policy, ignoring the fact that they misled me in the first place. When I pointed out that honesty should be a company policy, the gallery director, Nick, actually said "do truly strive to be honest and upfront with all of our clients". (As if honesty is optional, like a goal you work toward rather than a basic ethical standard.) Let's be real: If you have to "strive" to be honest, you're already admitting dishonesty is part of your business model. The Takeaway: Ocean Blue Galleries engages in misleading sales practices. They deliberately avoid clarifying details to secure sales. They will NOT take accountability once you realize the truth. If you're considering buying from them, triple-check what you're actually getting--because they certainly won't tell you upfront.

Walk down Central Ave and be amazed by the galleries showcasing local and regional artists using…read moremultiple media, as well as by the gift shops and the abundant eateries, many of which are cafe style with outside seating available.

I went to the Central Arts district this week. I used to go regularly to art walk, but I haven't…read moregone in a few years and it was really changed- it was not fun. Each gallery selects its own closing time, apparently, so we arrived before 8:00 at the Morean and were told that they were closing in ten minutes. At Florida Craft Art, the two women working literally turned their back on us (we're over 50- eeeeek!) and would not speak, so I was unable to buy the stained glass piece that caught my eye. After trying three of the six galleries, we'd had enough. Really disappointed.

Talented artist, do not miss her shop next to Adirondack chair pvc store. AT LIGHT MAKE RIGHT,…read morePARKING IN BACK!! Beautiful painting on my 1980 lampshade. Not able to find new shade, we designed this to match lamp. Awesome result, she is great artist and joy to work on this project. Shop her store for some amazing art and other unique items!!

From the owner: We offer a collection of original Florida, coastal and contemporary art, with quality…read moreone-of-a-kind works by Gabriela Valencia and other local artists. This is a chance to discover some of the most exciting artist

I found this gallery when looking for things to do in St. Pete on Yelp, of course. There is just so…read moremuch down there that using social media is almost a must or you'll miss a lot. I stopped in after having lunch to take a look around and it is super cool with some really great pieces. Some that were super unique and fun. I was greeted right away and then was given space to look around and take pictures. I kinda forgot that I was in a gallery and not a museum because honestly some of the pieces could be in one. I asked about dimensions on one piece or a series of three pieces and then was given the price and a card with their information if I had any additional questions once I went home to check my space size.

Such a cool place to stop and look around. The guys behind the desk was super friendly and…read moreinformative. I should have joined the mailing list for events that they will hopefully have soon!

As someone who has loved Salvador Dalí's work since I was a teenager, visiting this museum was…read moretruly a special experience. I had already visited the Dalí museums in Spain and had seen some of his works in France, but I had no idea that Florida had such an incredible museum dedicated to him. Before we even stepped inside, I was amazed by the architecture. The building is a work of art on its own, both inside and out. Everything was spotless, and the staff was welcoming and helpful. When we bought our tickets, they gave my daughters a free activity book with colored pencils and told us about the children's art room, which was such a thoughtful touch for families. One of my favorite architectural details was the beautiful spiral staircase inspired by the DNA helix. On the first floor there's also a lovely gift shop, a café, and the children's art room located near the restrooms. The collection itself is outstanding. I've always loved how Dalí filled his paintings with countless tiny details, and seeing the originals up close gave me an even greater appreciation for his work. I was also surprised to learn that he designed jewelry and explored so many other forms of art beyond painting. The museum does an amazing job blending classic art with modern technology. One of the highlights was the immersive VR experience, where you put on a headset and step inside one of Dalí's surreal worlds. It genuinely felt like walking through one of his paintings while the characters and landscapes came to life around you. I wasn't the only one who loved it--my daughters had a wonderful time too. One of our favorite moments was the immersive theater in the separate round building outside. After exploring the galleries and the beautiful garden, we happily sank into the giant bean bags on the floor. Then the lights dimmed, and an incredible multimedia presentation began. The paintings we had just admired seemed to come alive while Dalí's life story unfolded around us. It was such a magical experience. I especially loved hearing my daughter whisper, "Mom, we saw this painting today... and this one too!" Seeing her connect what she had learned made the visit even more meaningful. Of course, we couldn't leave without stopping by the gift shop. I already knew exactly what I wanted--a T-shirt, a bucket hat, and a coffee mug. The kids picked out colored pencils and a few art supplies to take home. I can't recommend this museum enough. Whether you're already a fan of Salvador Dalí or simply appreciate beautiful art, architecture, and immersive experiences, this museum is absolutely worth the trip.

The museum is really beautiful and exploring the work of Dali was very interesting, he truly was a…read moregenius and an extremely gifted artist. Take your earbuds so you can take advantage of the QR code listening and viewing of paintings. I would not spend the additional 15.00 cost of the dome. My entire group felt the same. It is a large circular viewing screen with some of his works, turned into moving works or parts. It was staged with folding chairs and it was hard on your neck to follow the 30 min movie.

A nice art co-op in down town St. Pete…read more I walked in because the door was open and it was cooler in there than it was on the street. The walls were covered with the art of approximately 20 different artist in many different mediums. From photo to photo-realism, pontilism and ceramics, there were so many different styles offered. One of the most unique ones I remember is the woman who painted with invisible (black light visible) ink. For the most part the paintings looked one way, but if you shined a black light on them, they came to life with another dimension. Yes, I made a purchase, a pen and ink drawing, simple pointillisim work on white. Absolutely stunning and very inexpensive.

Nice collection of diverse art for sell. Friendly atmosphere. They had some French music playing…read moreand lots to look at including jewèlry.

Was in need of having a sentimental photo puzzle reframed. Am new to st. Petersburg neighborhood of…read moreMLK boulevard, noticed Article gallery. Took my damaged puzzle in, met the pleasant owner, Leslie Curran and her associates that day. Explained to her how valuable this seemingly common item was. Leslie knew exactly what i needed. Left both the puzzle and stray pieces with her. Shortly thereafter my puzzle is reframed beautifully and at a fair price. Here it hangs, a true work of art!! Highly recommended by this author...Go there!!

An amazing and tasteful space for framing and art. Knowledgeable and helpful service from all. They…read moregraciously helped us with a VIP framing project which turned out better than we could have imagined! Looking forward to working with them for future installation needs.