Local Art in Florida
Maybe it’s because I’m getting older, but I find myself slowing down a bit and taking a good look at everything around me.
My recent travels around Florida have really opened my eyes to all the local art that is out there to discover! I wished I had recognized it earlier, but now that I have, all I want to do is find and create great works of art! I’m not sure if my latest work “Acrylic on Coconut” will ever get displayed anywhere outside my home (okay, my wife has it tucked away in a closet somewhere for “safekeeping”), but in the meantime, I’ll be happy to just check out the local galleries.
New Smyrna Beach, Florida, is a great example of how a city can give their local artists a place to showcase their creativity; there are several places to visit, whether you like to create, observe, or both!
Atlantic Center for the Arts
1414 Art Center Avenue
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
This nonprofit interdisciplinary artists’ community and arts education facility give talented mid-career artists a chance to collaborate with some of the world’s most distinguished contemporary artists. Community interaction is coordinated through on-site and outreach presentations, workshops, and exhibitions.
atlanticcenterforthearts.org
The Bob Ross Art Workshop and Gallery
757 E. 3rd Avenue
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32719
Who knew that the iconic PBS artist Bob Ross was born in Daytona Beach and spent his final years in New Smyrna Beach?? Not only will you find a large collection of his original oil paintings here, but you can also take classes in the Bob Ross unique style of oil painting!
www.bobrossartworkshop.com
The Hub on Canal
132 Canal Street
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
Connect, experience, see, learn, and create! This non-profit organization creates community by fostering art, education, and a broad range of creative opportunities.
thehuboncanal.org
So, get out and find some inspiration – and perhaps your inner Bob Ross.
DO florida!
Chad Crawford
My recent travels around Florida have really opened my eyes to all the local art that is out there to discover! I wished I had recognized it earlier, but now that I have, all I want to do is find and create great works of art! I’m not sure if my latest work “Acrylic on Coconut” will ever get displayed anywhere outside my home (okay, my wife has it tucked away in a closet somewhere for “safekeeping”), but in the meantime, I’ll be happy to just check out the local galleries.
New Smyrna Beach, Florida, is a great example of how a city can give their local artists a place to showcase their creativity; there are several places to visit, whether you like to create, observe, or both!
Atlantic Center for the Arts
1414 Art Center Avenue
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
This nonprofit interdisciplinary artists’ community and arts education facility give talented mid-career artists a chance to collaborate with some of the world’s most distinguished contemporary artists. Community interaction is coordinated through on-site and outreach presentations, workshops, and exhibitions.
atlanticcenterforthearts.org
The Bob Ross Art Workshop and Gallery
757 E. 3rd Avenue
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32719
Who knew that the iconic PBS artist Bob Ross was born in Daytona Beach and spent his final years in New Smyrna Beach?? Not only will you find a large collection of his original oil paintings here, but you can also take classes in the Bob Ross unique style of oil painting!
www.bobrossartworkshop.com
The Hub on Canal
132 Canal Street
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
Connect, experience, see, learn, and create! This non-profit organization creates community by fostering art, education, and a broad range of creative opportunities.
thehuboncanal.org
So, get out and find some inspiration – and perhaps your inner Bob Ross.
DO florida!
Chad Crawford
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About the Host/Creator
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As a native Floridian, Chad Crawford has always loved his home state, and he’s made it his mission to share it with the world. He’s often called Florida’s Ambassador for this very reason. Emmy award-winning how to Do florida with Chad Crawford began as a way to combine Chad’s passions – filmmaking, Florida, and literally anything outdoors – but has evolved into a passion project. The more he travels the state, meeting people whose livelihood is the land (and water), the more aware he has become of the issues facing Florida – namely the water crisis. He has worked alongside Florida Fish and Wildlife, Coastal Conservation Association, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Department of Agriculture, Everglades Foundation, Captains for Clean Water, and author Richard Louv in directed efforts to help preserve Florida’s natural resources, and to communicate how we can all be part of solving the environmental problems the state is facing today.
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Recognizing that the next generation needs be part of this conversation, he created an Emmy award-winning kids’ show, The Outsiders Club. The series is geared toward kids and young families, takes place outdoors, and educates viewers in a fun and meaningful way about how they can care for Florida’s environment. Chad uses his platforms to create fans of Florida, but more importantly, he’s interested in creating advocates for Florida. He often says, “When people experience the real Florida they are more likely to take interest in the issues that affect it.” His famous sign-off “Get out and Do Florida” has incited a movement of people, stoking renewed interest in our state’s environmental issues. He encourages his fans to both enjoy Florida and be part of preserving its resources, saying, “If we all do just a little, well, that’s a lot.” Chad and his wife live in Central Florida with their four children.
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