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United Arts Collier:
All the Arts for all of Collier As the official, state-designated Local Arts Agency for Collier County, United Arts Collier (formerly the...

Elysia Dawn, UAC Executive Director
Mar 26, 20233 min read


Self-Doubt and the Creative Life
Learn to Defeat Your Worst Enemy If you’re a person who appreciates art but who’s never given it a shot yourself, you might be missing...

Patrice Schelkun
Mar 25, 20233 min read


Apples & Oranges
Irina Alexandrina Paints New York and Naples Irina Alexandrina, 5th Ave | 36 x 48 Can we compare apples to oranges? Is there anything in...

Leeza Arkhangelskaya
Feb 27, 20232 min read


Transport yourself into the world of renowned artist Frida Kahlo
Photo(s) courtesy of Naples Botanical Garden™ Mexican painter Frida Kahlo (1907–1954) influenced generations of artists. She is a role...
Guest Writer
Feb 25, 20232 min read


Spring into the Arts this March at Artis—Naples
The Baker Museum The coming of spring brings new life and new joys, and there is so much to look forward to in March at Artis—Naples....
Guest Writer
Feb 25, 20232 min read


Write your story
How an Art Collection speaks volumes Artist is Bronia Ichel (left) and interior designer Leslie Thompson (right), owner of Malibu West...

Patrice Schelkun
Feb 25, 20233 min read


Calling all Parrotheads Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville comes to Naples
Jimmy Buffett fans are called “parrotheads.” | Photo courtesy of TheatreZone Set your clocks to island time for Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to...
Guest Writer
Jan 30, 20233 min read


Taming of the “Wild Beast”
Hervé Lenouvel pays homage to Fauvism Herve Lenouvel, les rives automnales 24 x 24 Hervé Lenouvel considers himself a follower of...

Leeza Arkhangelskaya
Jan 30, 20232 min read


It's Bloomin' Art
One of the best things about living in Florida during the winter months is that we are surrounded by luscious colors when all is dead and...

Patrice Schelkun
Jan 26, 20233 min read


Jenny Gantlett
January Volunteer of the Month We love our snowbird volunteers at The Naples Players (TNP) and we are thrilled when you bring your...
Lauren Speirs
Jan 26, 20234 min read


Artist Amy Moglia Heuerman
Debuts new work at open house January 26, 2023 Amy Moglia Heuerman Portrait in Naples Studio Naples-based artist Amy Moglia Heuerman will...
Guest Writer
Dec 28, 20221 min read


The Origins of Artistic Style
Right: Paula Brody Middle: Portrait of Frida Kahlo by Wendy Wagner Left: Kathleen Moore "Human beings are born image-makers and...

Patrice Schelkun
Dec 26, 20223 min read


Nonfiction Author Series returns with four timely, compelling books
Friends of the Library events benefit Collier County’s public libraries Issues at the top of today’s headlines—ranging from the upheaval...
Guest Writer
Dec 26, 20224 min read


Guess-Fisher Gallery paints their love of SWFL
Guess-Fisher Gallery has been going strong for forty years. After getting married in 1981, Phil and Natalie opened their first gallery in...

Rebecca Boucher
Dec 26, 20222 min read


New Year, New Artistic Offerings at Artis—Naples
Kelli O'Hara. Photo by Laura Marie Duncan The beginning of a new year is always a time of joy and excitement at Artis—Naples. While the...
Guest Writer
Dec 26, 20222 min read


Always remember to sparkle!
Loli DiSanto Fort Myers-based artist, Loli DiSanto, leaves a little sparkle everywhere she goes. Her works are an outward expression of...

Leeza Arkhangelskaya
Dec 26, 20223 min read


Emily James Gallery – Inspiration from the heart
Southerner Emily James is known for her versatility and custom artwork. Her extraordinary use of colors, and creative talent on canvas...
Guest Writer
Dec 26, 20222 min read


This is my Passion – bringing the Old World to Olde Naples
Passionfruit Art Gallery, located on the water at 1100 Sixth Avenue South, #5 brings you the beautiful art of Europe. They have a broad...

Rebecca Boucher
Dec 26, 20222 min read


Naples Art
Michael Caronchi Photography As the weather cools and the city of Naples sees a return of its seasonal residents, Naples Art Institute...
Guest Writer
Dec 26, 20222 min read


Company and Community
The Naples Players (TNP) welcome all walks of life onto our team of dedicated volunteers. Some have never been on stage and thrive...
Lauren Speirs
Dec 26, 20224 min read
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