By Sally Dehler
Art Columnist
Sally Dehler is a local artist and instructor who is a City of Sanford Public Arts Commission board member.
City of Sanford Public Art
Public art enriches the cultural fabric, strengthens community bonds, and stimulates economic growth. Public art can profoundly transform urban landscapes, fostering a sense of community and sparking conversations among residents and visitors alike. Art enriches everyone.
New City Murals: Two colorful new murals have been completed. They are located on the public restroom building at Marina Isle (painted by Nicole Lind) and on the public restroom building at Fort Mellon Park.
Sculpture: By integrating creativity into public spaces, sculptures not only beautify cities but also inspire a shared sense of identity and pride among community members. Our new sculptures can be seen on First Street and along Lake Monroe and a third is on Magnolia near the Ritz Theater. More public sculpture is on the way! For more information go to www.sanfordfl.gov/publicart
Utility Box Wraps: We now have 50 utility box wraps. The three newest box wraps are on Seminole Blvd between 17-92 and the courthouse. For more information go to www.sanfordfl.gov/publicart
Employee Art Exhibit: Please join us as we recognize the many talents of our city employees in the Utility Department Hallway at City Hall 300 N. Park Ave, Sanford. For more information go to www.sanfordfl.gov/publicart
Mayor’s Gallery on the second floor of Sanford City Hall: Seminole State College Art Exhibit. Enjoy this collection of many mediums and styles. Open to the public during normal business hours Mondays to Thursdays, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., 300 N. Park Ave, Sanford. For more information go to www.sanfordfl.gov/publicart
Call to Artists
City of Sanford is seeking local muralists and sculptors. For more information go to: www.sanfordfl.gov/publicart
Galleries
Park Drive Gallery: “Catch the Vibe” Friday Sep. 27, 6 – 9 p.m. Support the arts at this lively event featuring saxophonist Noah Mosca, artist Joy Hayes, and sculptor and musician Winston Andrews. A small donation is requested. 2557 Park Dr. Sanford. Call for hours 407-487-0911
Jeanine Taylor Folk Art: Fall Open House Saturday Oct 5, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Seasonal refreshments, pumpkin themed pop-up art show. Special shopping offers including Hotchkiss block Raffle Gift Basket. Florida Gothic Exhibit, Saturday Oct. 12, 6 to 8 p.m. Open Studio every third Saturday, 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy complimentary refreshments while you stroll the gallery and meet the artists. 211 E 1st St, Sanford. Hours: Tuesdays to Saturdays 10 a.m.to 6 p.m., Sundays 12 to 5 p.m. [email protected] or 407- 323-2774
Casselberry Art House: Now through December: UCF MFA Exhibition featuring the work of UCF graduates students. Liminal Space Exhibit – featuring painting and sculptures from Bobby Aiosa and Anthon Mancuso. For more information call 407-262-7700 ext. 1122 or [email protected] Located at 127 Quail Pond Circle.
Sanford Seminole Art Association: 2nd Annual “Itty Bitty Art” expo. More than 100 mini paintings at this member art exhibit and for sale through Sunday Dec 1. Meet the Artists Reception Thursday Nov 14, 6 to 8 p.m. Sanford Welcome Center 230 East First St. Hours: Monday – Thursday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday 12 to 5 p.m. Monthly member meeting: Oct 26, 1to 3 p.m., Seminole Sheriff’s Office Community Room – 100 Eslinger Way, Sanford. A Brief business meeting will be followed by a demonstration of acrylic on wood by Nevin Mercede.
Casselberry Sculpture House: Florida Sculptors Guild Exhibit through December. For more information call 407-262-7700 ext. 1122 or [email protected]
Hollerbach’s Arthaus (upstairs): Gallery Hours: Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 1 1a.m. to 10 p.m. 205 E 1st St. Sanford contact [email protected] or 407-321-2204.
Artistic Hand Gallery & Studio: Handcrafted jewelry, sculpture, ceramics, mosaics, stained glass, etc. 353 N. Central Ave, Oviedo. Open Monday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information contact [email protected] or call 407-366-7882
Gallery CERO: Open Friday to Sunday noon to 7 p.m. Located at 1014 Miami Springs Drive (Wekiva Island), Longwood., gallerycero.com or 407-862-1500
Theater
Theater West End: The Fannie Lou Hamer Story – A One Woman Play. October 5, 8 p.m. and October 6, 2 p.m. For more information and tickets go to [email protected] or 407 548-6285, 115 W 1st St. Sanford.
Ritz Theater: Latin Festival: A Celebration of Dance & Music on Friday Oct 25. Fusion Gitana Dance Company presents Caravan Dancers performing Flamenco, Latin and Middle Eastern dance styles. Saturday Nov. 8. Tickets and more program details are available on the Theater’s website at www.ritztheatersanford.com or by calling the box office at 407-321-8111. Location: 201 S. Magnolia Avenue in historic downtown Sanford, FL. The box office ticket window is open Mon., Wed., Fri. 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and 2 hours prior to each performance.
Art Classes
Jeanine Taylor Folk Art: Play with Clay - an art instruction class at Gallery on First. Instructor Robert Moore will teach how to make bowls out of clay coils. For details email Robert at [email protected] . Paint in Watercolor class will be taught by Cindy Sturla on Tuesdays and Fridays 10:30 a.m.-1p.m. For details email Cindy at [email protected] or for information go to [email protected] or 407-323-2774, 211 East 1st St, Sanford.
Park Drive Gallery: Instructor led arts and crafts. Call to schedule a private paint party. 2557 Park Drive, Sanford. For more information call 407-487-0911.
The Art Studio of Lake Mary – School of Art: 241 N. Country Club Road Suite 1017, Lake Mary, FL 32746 contact them at http://www.artstudiolakemary.com or 407- 330-1135.
