Monthly Events at the Gallery
June 2022
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April 2022
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March 2022
Our Featured Artists for March, 2022 are Ed Husser, Marla Mongomery, Jerry Morey and Emily Lewis:
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February 2022
Featured Artists in Feb. 2022 were Shara Abel, Susan Jones and Maria Hormaza
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October 2021
October is dedicated to Bra-Vo, an Art-Bra fundraiser sponsored by Artisans and many local businesses to raise money for Breast Cancer. Please support the fundraiser by visiting our sister website www.Bra-Vo. org and vote on you favorite Art-Bra or Venetian Style Mask created by local artists, students and businesses.
July 2021
We Re-opened at a New Location on July 12, 2021
139 E Fourth Ave Mount Dora, FL 32757
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm
Sunday 11am-6pm
Special and Extended Hours
1st and 3rd Saturday open until 8:00 pm.
Mount Dora Festivals and Fairs: early opening
at 9:00 am.
139 E Fourth Ave Mount Dora, FL 32757
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm
Sunday 11am-6pm
Special and Extended Hours
1st and 3rd Saturday open until 8:00 pm.
Mount Dora Festivals and Fairs: early opening
at 9:00 am.
Celebrating our HOME SWEET HOME! Click on image to read the newsletter and learn about the July featured artists.
Selected local artists will be offering small group classes starting on August 1, 2021 in a variety of art mediums, from pencil drawing, ink, alcohol ink, oil, pastels, jewelry, crochet, bead-jewelry, photography, and more. More information can be found on our Classes page above or click on the image to see the upcoming classes and how to sign up today.
March 2021
Join us in our "Celebration of Spring" tied to the earth in so many ways. This month theme, "Celebrating Spring", unites our window display for our Featured Artists for both jewelry and for wall art. Debra's jewelry uses Minerals and Gemstones pulled from the earth uniting her combinations into striking organic pieces. Susan's photography art relies heavily on her Audubon experiences focusing on birds. Meet the artists on March 21 from 2-4 pm. at Artisans gallery.
February 2021
"Reflections of Nature" is the theme of the window for February. Featured Artists Ann Coker a nature photographer, and Joyce Brady, a bead embroidery jeweler bringing the beauty of Nature in a beautiful display. Visit the artists on Sunday 7 from 10-5pm. See a live demo of bead art by Joyce and get your Valentines gifts.
Visit us any time during February to see their artworks. See a few samples below, also check our Valentine's guide to find the perfect gift for the love of your life!!
Visit us any time during February to see their artworks. See a few samples below, also check our Valentine's guide to find the perfect gift for the love of your life!!
Valentines Gift Guide
January 2021
Join our artists Maria Hormaza and Patricia Schiavoni for an evening Trunk Show on January 30 from 3-8 pm. at our gallery.
Meet the artists and check out the new Botanical Art and Jewelry pieces they are bringing in.
Refreshments will be served.
Meet the artists and check out the new Botanical Art and Jewelry pieces they are bringing in.
Refreshments will be served.
December
The Procrastinating Elf event just for you!!
An entire weekend to get the last minute gifts, December 18-19-20, grab your dog and your shoes, bring a non perishable food item for the Lake Cares Food pantry and get 10% off your purchase.
We will be offering free gift wrapping, also participate in our game "spot the Elf" for a chance to win a Holiday Surprise bag.
Enjoy a glass of cider or sparkling wine while we wrap your gifts!!
Check our gift guide video below.
An entire weekend to get the last minute gifts, December 18-19-20, grab your dog and your shoes, bring a non perishable food item for the Lake Cares Food pantry and get 10% off your purchase.
We will be offering free gift wrapping, also participate in our game "spot the Elf" for a chance to win a Holiday Surprise bag.
Enjoy a glass of cider or sparkling wine while we wrap your gifts!!
Check our gift guide video below.
Our gift guide for you
See a sample of the work of our 26 artists in the gallery.
November
Two special events are planned during the month of November at Artisans, save the dates and let's get together to celebrate the season.
First, our Holiday Jewelry Show will take place on November 21 from 10am. to 8pm. hosted by the seven jewelers in our gallery, bring your friends and try on precious pieces of jewelry handcrafted by the artists for the Holiday Season, enjoy a glass of cider or sparkling wine. Bring a non perishable food for the Lake Cares Food Pantry and get a 10% off your total purchase.
Our second event is a Holiday Weekend Sale celebrating Small Businesses on November 27,28,29 where everything in our gallery is on Sale!!
Get all the gifts you need for the Holidays while supporting the local artists.
First, our Holiday Jewelry Show will take place on November 21 from 10am. to 8pm. hosted by the seven jewelers in our gallery, bring your friends and try on precious pieces of jewelry handcrafted by the artists for the Holiday Season, enjoy a glass of cider or sparkling wine. Bring a non perishable food for the Lake Cares Food Pantry and get a 10% off your total purchase.
Our second event is a Holiday Weekend Sale celebrating Small Businesses on November 27,28,29 where everything in our gallery is on Sale!!
Get all the gifts you need for the Holidays while supporting the local artists.
September
Our featured artists for September are Steve Sailors, Sabrina Gowen and Debra Ham.
Each artist in their own medium have created a brand new collection of items you should see.
From stained glass home decor items, to fantastic pastels sceneries and pet portraits and gorgeous jewelry and accessories to complete your outfit.
Their Artwork will be displayed on the window in our gallery for the whole month of September, make a plan to visit us in Downtown Mount Dora.
Visit their page here or view the gallery below to see their new artworks.
-Stephen Sailors
-Sabrina Gowen
-Debra Ham
Each artist in their own medium have created a brand new collection of items you should see.
From stained glass home decor items, to fantastic pastels sceneries and pet portraits and gorgeous jewelry and accessories to complete your outfit.
Their Artwork will be displayed on the window in our gallery for the whole month of September, make a plan to visit us in Downtown Mount Dora.
Visit their page here or view the gallery below to see their new artworks.
-Stephen Sailors
-Sabrina Gowen
-Debra Ham
March 2020 It's Spring time!
Welcome the most beautiful season, Spring, with all the splendor of flowers and blossoms, green grass and leaves. The colors of Spring emerge inspiring our soul with new ideas, is time to plan, renovate and live life in full blossom. Our artists of the month Gwen and Mike Hertz are bringing a collection of beautiful glass lamps in a variety of colors to decorate a modern home and wire wrapped jewels to complete your everyday outfit. Fresh and colorful semiprecious gemstones and Cristal wire wrapped with sterling silver and gold filled, classy and elegant jewelry by Gwen.
Join us in our event the 2nd Friday, March 13 from 5-9 pm, meet the artists and enjoy a 10% discount, sweets and refreshments. Or simply visit any time to get a gift or special pieces from the new collection.
Here is a preview of what you will see in the window in March at Artisans.
Join us in our event the 2nd Friday, March 13 from 5-9 pm, meet the artists and enjoy a 10% discount, sweets and refreshments. Or simply visit any time to get a gift or special pieces from the new collection.
Here is a preview of what you will see in the window in March at Artisans.
February 2020 Valentine's Day
Love is the ultimate gift 💝
Bring your Valentines to Artisans on February 14 between 5-9 pm. for a fun evening full of art, jewelry and gifts she or he can pick from. Get a professional photography taken by our artist of the month Ann Coker in our beautiful backdrop with roses just like the event cover pic. Ann is a nature and landscape photographer who loves taking images of Florida nature, you will also find the perfect Valentines jewelry gift in the latest collection of Patricia Christmas, a silversmith who works with natural gemstones, sterling silver and gold.
Enjoy a 10% discount on all your purchases during the event.
Refreshments will be served, strawberries and chocolate too.
We have a Valentines Gift Registry available in 3 easy steps. Click here or the first picture below to download the form or ask for a copy to our artist on duty in the gallery. 1-Look for your gift. 2-Fill in the details. 3-Send your Valentines to pick up your gift.
Bring your Valentines to Artisans on February 14 between 5-9 pm. for a fun evening full of art, jewelry and gifts she or he can pick from. Get a professional photography taken by our artist of the month Ann Coker in our beautiful backdrop with roses just like the event cover pic. Ann is a nature and landscape photographer who loves taking images of Florida nature, you will also find the perfect Valentines jewelry gift in the latest collection of Patricia Christmas, a silversmith who works with natural gemstones, sterling silver and gold.
Enjoy a 10% discount on all your purchases during the event.
Refreshments will be served, strawberries and chocolate too.
We have a Valentines Gift Registry available in 3 easy steps. Click here or the first picture below to download the form or ask for a copy to our artist on duty in the gallery. 1-Look for your gift. 2-Fill in the details. 3-Send your Valentines to pick up your gift.
January 2020 Inspire your heart with Art
Inspire Your Heart With Art Day is an annual celebration observed on January 31st of every year. Art is a thing that is in existence since the start of the human civilization. It is appreciated both for its beauty and happiness it gives to those who see it. There are different forms of arts like paintings, composite photography, fused glass, music, theatre, sculptures, dance or poetry and they are to be celebrated with a Day in the calendar. Take time to visit Artisans a gallery full of art, and meet the artists of January month, Marla Montgomery (fused glass) and Shara Abel( composite photography) were fantasy becomes reality.
“The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.” – Pablo Picasso
Save the date and join us for a fun evening January 10 from 5-9 pm.
“The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.” – Pablo Picasso
Save the date and join us for a fun evening January 10 from 5-9 pm.
December 2019 It's the most wonderful time of the year!!!
We invite you to join us on December 13 for our Holiday Cheer event, sip and shop unique art and gifts our 30 local artists have been preparing for the Holidays, be sure you will find from photography to home decor, glass, wood, jewelry and you will meet some of our artists present too. One of a kind items, handcrafted.
Save the date, and enjoy a 10% discount of your total purchase, December 13 from 5 to 9 pm. Refreshments will be served.
Save the date, and enjoy a 10% discount of your total purchase, December 13 from 5 to 9 pm. Refreshments will be served.
November 2019 Holiday Jewelry Show
Our Jewelers Artists, there is seven of them in our gallery are bringing the bling of the season to you in a Holiday Jewelry Show. They all have a very distinctive style, from Silversmiths, wire-wrapping, bead embroidery, broken china and bead-crochet. Jewelry Artists Joyce Brady, Gwen Hertz, Maria Hormaza and Patricia Christmas will be present to show you their new collection for the Holidays, answer any question you may have, and because is at the same time as Art in the Alley, you get a 10% discount of your total purchase. Add to your calendar, November 8 from 5pm. to 9pm. and bring your friends.
October 2019 Bravo Fundraiser
At Artisans we love to give back to our community, for that reason every year we launch and conduct Bra-Vo, an Art Bra Gallery Exhibition and Auction in cooperation with the Mount Dora Center for the Arts Gallery, next door to Artisans to raise funds for no or low cost diagnostic testing and treatment for breast cancer, for men and women of Lake County.
You are invited to visit the Gallery and support the event by voting for your favorite form in person or online at www.Bra-Vo.org, by participating in our Live or Silent Auction, or by getting a ticket for the Bravo Gala Reception for Artists & Sponsors held on October 4, from 6-8 pm.
During 2nd Friday Art in the Alley, and throughout the month, the exhibition is free and open to the public.
There is also Flamingos available in memory of loved ones.
Artisans on fifth donates 100% of Bra-Vo net proceeds to the Waterman Foundation. Bra-Vo shows what can happen when a caring community of businesses, merchants, students, artists and everyday citizens are united in a cause.
You are invited to visit the Gallery and support the event by voting for your favorite form in person or online at www.Bra-Vo.org, by participating in our Live or Silent Auction, or by getting a ticket for the Bravo Gala Reception for Artists & Sponsors held on October 4, from 6-8 pm.
During 2nd Friday Art in the Alley, and throughout the month, the exhibition is free and open to the public.
There is also Flamingos available in memory of loved ones.
Artisans on fifth donates 100% of Bra-Vo net proceeds to the Waterman Foundation. Bra-Vo shows what can happen when a caring community of businesses, merchants, students, artists and everyday citizens are united in a cause.
September 2019 Welcome Autumn Equinox
In September we welcome the Autumn Equinox, as summer wanes and fall begins. We think of pumpkin pies, corn mazes, cinnamon rolls, scarecrows, family get togethers and friends. Fall is rich on colors too, reds, browns and yellows.
At Artisans, we celebrate the Autumn Equinox by featuring home decor and other items that reflect the change in the season. From ceramic mugs for that cup of cocoa to watercolors and photography wall art, jewelry and so much more.
You owe to yourself to visit with a friend or a neighbor on Friday 13, we will stay open until 9 pm. for Art In the Alley, or anytime during the month of September.
At Artisans, we celebrate the Autumn Equinox by featuring home decor and other items that reflect the change in the season. From ceramic mugs for that cup of cocoa to watercolors and photography wall art, jewelry and so much more.
You owe to yourself to visit with a friend or a neighbor on Friday 13, we will stay open until 9 pm. for Art In the Alley, or anytime during the month of September.
August 2019 - Artist Appreciation Month
Featured artists: Ray Mellott and Patricia Christmas
August is a special month for all artists, celebrating all art and artists. And, Artisans is a home for 28 of us.
Our featured artists for this month are Ray Mellott and Patricia Christmas.
Ray is a wood turner and hand carved sculpture artist, using mostly locally harvested wood. He creates bowls, vessels, salt cellars, cutting boards, spatulas and home decor items.
Patricia is a Silversmith and jewelry designer, she use sterling silver with accents of 14, 18 or 22 karat gold and all natural gemstones.
Join us to see her latest jewelry collection and Ray's works on August 9 from 5 to 8 pm. Or anytime in August.
See also the works of all our florida artists in our gallery.
Refreshments will be served.
Our featured artists for this month are Ray Mellott and Patricia Christmas.
Ray is a wood turner and hand carved sculpture artist, using mostly locally harvested wood. He creates bowls, vessels, salt cellars, cutting boards, spatulas and home decor items.
Patricia is a Silversmith and jewelry designer, she use sterling silver with accents of 14, 18 or 22 karat gold and all natural gemstones.
Join us to see her latest jewelry collection and Ray's works on August 9 from 5 to 8 pm. Or anytime in August.
See also the works of all our florida artists in our gallery.
Refreshments will be served.
July 2019 - Gwen and Mike Hertz
Gwen creates original designs in wire-wrapped jewelry. She uses Sterling Silver and 14kt gold-filled wire and Swarovski crystals to make gemstones and artisan- created fused glass into pendants and earrings. Mike makes art glass home decor, as clocks, decorative plates, table and pendant lamps. He also does hand-made lamp shades.
They will be at the 2nd Friday Art in the Alley event at Artisans on fifth from 5 to 9 pm. Gwen will do a wire wrapping demo and Mike will be available to share information about how he makes his beautiful lamps.
They will be at the 2nd Friday Art in the Alley event at Artisans on fifth from 5 to 9 pm. Gwen will do a wire wrapping demo and Mike will be available to share information about how he makes his beautiful lamps.
June 2019 - Joyce Brady, Helen Cutshaw and Heather J.W. Hopcraft
Joyce Brady is a wearable art artist who makes beaded jewelry. Helen Cutshaw takes broken vintage china and makes pendants wrapped in Sterling Silver. Heather J.W. Hopcraft is a fiber artist who features infant wear, purses and tote bags. These three ladies fill our front window with lots of "eye candy".
May 2019 - Marla Montgomery and Shara Abel
Marla is a fused glass artist and Shara is an awared-winning composite photographer. Shara has included some of her many ribbons which illustrate the quality of her artwork. They created a front window display that is reminescent of a garden filled with flowers.
"Emerging High School Artists" Exhibit in April, 2019
by Michelle Norvell
Artisans on fifth, a non-profit, co-operative art gallery in downtown Mount Dora, will feature student art from Tavares & Umatilla High Schools throughout the month of April. The opening reception will coincide with 2nd Friday Art in the Alley, scheduled for Friday, April 12th, from 5-8pm. The event is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be served.
Tavares High School Art program has been under the leadership of Mrs. Esty Mickens for the past 9 years and she has mentored students through basic art techniques to advanced. Her AP 2D/3D Studio program has grown exponentially over the past 9 years. Many of the students in the program have received scholarships and won prizes for their artwork. Michelle Norvell is one of these students who believes that her photography allows her to “capture beauty in a moment” , as evident in her attached photo.
Umatilla High School art program has grown under the leadership of Mr. Stephens. Many of the students in his art program have won scholarships and prizes for their impressive work. A. Islava is one of these students and her attached potrait shows her potential and skill after 3 years of continued growth and direction from Mr. Stephens.
Artisans on fifth is dedicated to giving back to the community through an Annual Student Art Exhibit, Marilyn Dodge Scholarship for Visual Arts & Lee Dodge Scholarship for Performing Arts (given yearly to a high school students), and Bra-Vo (an art bra fundraiser).
Tavares High School Art program has been under the leadership of Mrs. Esty Mickens for the past 9 years and she has mentored students through basic art techniques to advanced. Her AP 2D/3D Studio program has grown exponentially over the past 9 years. Many of the students in the program have received scholarships and won prizes for their artwork. Michelle Norvell is one of these students who believes that her photography allows her to “capture beauty in a moment” , as evident in her attached photo.
Umatilla High School art program has grown under the leadership of Mr. Stephens. Many of the students in his art program have won scholarships and prizes for their impressive work. A. Islava is one of these students and her attached potrait shows her potential and skill after 3 years of continued growth and direction from Mr. Stephens.
Artisans on fifth is dedicated to giving back to the community through an Annual Student Art Exhibit, Marilyn Dodge Scholarship for Visual Arts & Lee Dodge Scholarship for Performing Arts (given yearly to a high school students), and Bra-Vo (an art bra fundraiser).
Featured Artist April, 2019 - Virginia "Ginger" Falk
"Ginger Falk" is a watercolor artist whose work will be on exhibit in the front window of Artisans on fifth during April, 2019 as our Featured Artist. She also has lots of artwork for sale in the shop, so be sure to stop by and take a look. Click on her name to see some of her artwork on this website.
Featured Artists Steve Sailors and Morna Strenghold - March 2019
Steve Sailors is a stained and fused glass artist and Morna Strengholt is a painter. Their work is displayed in the front window of Artisans on fifth during March 2019 and is for sale in the shop. You can also see their work on this website. Click on their names to see their website pages.
Featured Artists Ann Coker and Maria Hormaza - February 2019
Ann Coker, Photographer and Maria Hormaza, Beaded Jewelry Artist will be Featured Artists for February, 2019. Their work will be featured in the front window at Artisans on fifth and is for sale in the shop.
Featured Artists Anne Bulmer & Laura Howell - January 2019
January 2019 will bring us two new Featured Artists, Anne Bulmer, Basket Weaver and Laura Howell, Award-Winning Photographer. Their work will be featured in the front window at Artisans on fifth during the month and will, of course, be for sale in the shop.
2nd Friday "Art in the Alley"
On the second Friday of each month, Mount Dora has a special event - "Art in the Alley". It takes place on Royellou Lane, which is the alley next to the Mount Dora Center for the Arts building. It is from 6 to 9 pm and features art and music exhibitors showcasing their original art, handmade goods and acoustic sounds. Downtown galleries have extended hours and will be open to the public free of charge. Visit www.mountdoracenterforthearts.org/art-in-the-alley
Start your stroll down the alley and around downtown Mount Dora at the Mount Dora Center for the Arts at 138 E. 5th Ave. (next door to Artisans on fifth). Pick up your "Art in the Alley" map and as you stroll around have the map punched at each of the gallery stops along the way -- including Artisans on fifth. Once you have visited all of the galleries, bring your completely-punched map to the Gatehouse Galley at the Lakeside Inn to be entered into a raffle for a special prize. If you would like to be a vendor, submit an application at www.secondfridayartinthealley.com. |
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Featured Artists and Special Exhibits by Month
2019
January: Anne Bulmer and Laura Howell
February: Ann Coker and Maria Hormaza
March: Steve Sailors and
April: Ginger Falk
May: Shara Abel and Marla Montgomery
June: Joyce Brady, Helen Cutshaw and Heather Hopcraft
July: Gwen and Mike Hertz
August: Patricia Christmas and Ray Mellott
September:
October: Bra-Vo Breast Cancer Fundraiser
November and December: Holiday art by all artists
January: Anne Bulmer and Laura Howell
February: Ann Coker and Maria Hormaza
March: Steve Sailors and
April: Ginger Falk
May: Shara Abel and Marla Montgomery
June: Joyce Brady, Helen Cutshaw and Heather Hopcraft
July: Gwen and Mike Hertz
August: Patricia Christmas and Ray Mellott
September:
October: Bra-Vo Breast Cancer Fundraiser
November and December: Holiday art by all artists