Arts4All Florida coordinates art exhibitions across the state to highlight the work of adult artists with disabilities and youth with disabilities participating in our artist in residence programs. Many of our adult exhibitions are coordinated using a Call for Art and are adjudicated by arts professionals. A selection of virtual exhibitions, some of which also took place live, are included below.
"Hidden Treasures" celebrates the various talent and visions submitted to our Arts4All Florida annual calendar call-for-art. This exhibition was inspired by the talent of our artists that submit to the Call for Calendar Art, and to share artwork that usually only our juries get to enjoy.
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Kaleidoscope, from The Latin word meaning “observer of beautiful things”, conveys symbols of change and growth. In some cultures around the world, kaleidoscopes are tools for mediation and self-reflection. The Kaleidoscope exhibition is a vehicle for each artist, through his or her unique and creative use of color, patterns, passion, and imagination, to evoke an expression of beauty or a moment meant to inspire, empower, uplift, or heal us.
In “Unity,” we celebrate together – sharing the ways unity infuses our creativity, connecting us to ourselves more deeply, tying us to each other in community, and interlacing us within nature. These images of friendship and love between families and friends, of personal alignment and realization, and of immersion in nature draw our attention to the ways our artists with disabilities are integrally connected to themselves, our communities and our world.
Reflections: The Art of Wellbeing, an exhibition of works created by Florida artists of all abilities, including individuals who may confront physical, social, or emotional challenges. Reflecting on notions of wellbeing, the artists explore themes of beauty, belonging, tranquility, joy, passion, self-expression, inspiration, and empowerment. We hope you enjoy these works.
Through an array of photography, watercolor and inks, colored pencils, mixed media, paper, and acrylic and oil paintings, Florida artists with disabilities have created works that capture the essence of the beauty and tranquility found in our environment.
Art inspires us. Art connects us. Art is a universal means of expression regardless of who we are or where we come from. Arts4All Florida, in partnership with the University of North Florida, invites Florida artists of all abilities in creating a more engaging world through the arts. As we say, creativity knows no bounds. Let your inner voice shine. Be Exceptionally Creative!
The Voices & Visions Exhibition demonstrates our growing partnerships and local community impact with one of Florida’s acclaimed galleries, the Alliance for the Arts Lee County. From aspiring artists to accomplished artists of all abilities, this exhibition gives “voice” to our unique and distinctive stories and experiences through the lens of artistic expression.
Forty for Forty - an Exhibition to celebrate 40 years of Arts4All Florida!
For four decades, Arts4All Florida has provided programs that make it possible for people of all abilities to contribute to the social, cultural, and economic life of Florida. With art instruction, cultural experiences, exhibitions and art shows, online coaching, teacher trainings, and career courses, Arts4All Florida increases artistic expertise, fosters creativity, encourages social skills, imbues confidence, teaches marketable skills, and provides innovative ways of communicating.
The Joy of Art
Throughout history, art has tendered affirming feelings of love, happiness, and hope. This exhibition focuses on these positive emotions during a time of pestilence through the creativity of seven artists that germinates from a “Joy of Art.”
Art of Wild Florida - Tallahassee Museum/Bay County Schools
Eyes on Africa - African American Research Library and Cultural Center/Broward County Schools
Paperworks! - Country Oaks Elementary in Hendry County
My Spirit Animal - The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art/Pinellas County Schools
The Future is Art - Miami Youth Academy/Lake County’s Leesburg High School/Florida State University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (FSU CARD).
