Arts & Entertainment
SoStudio Tour Expands, Event to Feature 19 Artists
From blown glass to sculptures made of film, art-lovers can view one-of-a-kind pieces during the annual SoStudio Tour on Saturday, May 12. The event will feature 19 artists compared to five artists last year.
On Saturday, May 12, you'll be able to see first hand why Gulfport is often called an "Art Village." Come out to the annual SoStudio Tour and visit up to 19 studios in the area.
Artists invite the public to tour their studios, view their art and learn more about each participant. There will be beverages during the tour and three community art spaces will serve food, too.
The event is from 3 - 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 the day of the event. Pick up your wristband and begin the tour at one of the following locations:
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- The Longhouse, 2309 49th St. S.
- The Gulfport Neighborhood Center, 1617 49th St. S.
- Gulport Arts Center, 2627 54th St. S.
Reservations can be made in advance by calling (727) 347-4786.
The Gulfport Trolley will run a continuous look throughout the day. Follow the map or leap onto the Gulfport Trolley to enjoy great art, conversation, food, drink, and inspiration.
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Studio artists include:
- Nancy Cervenka
- Janet Corrigan
- Mark Curtis
- Cheryll Grogan
- Patricia Hardwick
- Bryon Howes
- Derrick Johnson
- Cathy Lees
- Barbara Nicolazzo
- Owen Pach
- Carol Pieszchala
- Jonathan Schork
- Melissa Schultz
- John Shevlin
- Clint Stone
- Frank Strunk III
- Monika Watson
- Catherine Weaver
- Victoria Anne Wenners
Learn more about the event online at www.so49.org.
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