Exhibit & Event Calendar
The St. Augustine Art Association is open Tuesdays – Sundays, 12:00 – 4:00 PM.
All year round, the St. Augustine Art Association has plenty of events happening and things to do.
View the full calendar of exhibits, events and activities below — both at the St. Augustine Art Association and at other art galleries in St. Augustine.
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Fantastic Florida
November 1, 2024-December 29, 2024
The Sunshine State shines here! This vivid display explores a wide range of artistic interpretations and scenes of Florida, from the plants and animals to the wilderness and waterways, to the people and places.
Sister Cities of St. Augustine
November 1, 2024-December 29, 2024
The St. Augustine Art Association & Sister Cities of St. Augustine are celebrating 100 Years of a relationship between Aviles, Spain and St. Augustine, Florida, and the STAAA's 100th Anniversary year!
A Celebration of Art & History: The Ximenez-Fatio Nights of Lights Exhibition
November 23, 2024-January 18, 2025
Celebrate "100 Years of Music" through a creative display on the fireplace mantels of the Ximenez-Fatio House Museum!
Featured Artist: Ginny LeJune
December 6, 2024-December 31, 2024
The December featured artist at PAStA Fine Art Gallery is Ginny LeJune!
Featured Artist: Dave Tuttle
December 6, 2024-December 31, 2024
Join the Butterfield Garage Gallery and metal artist Dave Tuttle as he showcases his zany mixed-media robots!
Out of Place
January 3, 2025-February 2, 2025
For this exhibit, artists are challenged to create images that question the normal, that push the boundaries of what "should" be and, letting go of apprehension, build a place where the out of place fits.
Free
First Friday Art Walk
January 3, 2025 17:00
Join the St. Augustine Art Association for First Friday Art Walk and view the Out of Place exhibit from 5:00 - 8:00 PM.
Monday Night Figure Drawing
January 6, 2025 18:00
Each week, this non-instructional studio session works with a live model. Gestures, short and long poses offer a focused environment for studying the human form.
Ready, Set, Goal!
January 11, 2025 09:00
Kick off 2025 by setting goals and learning how to grow your creativity! Deborah Campbell, an accomplished artist and accredited Coach, will share her strategies, guidance and practiced exercises. By the end of this workshop, you'll have a clear vision of what you want to accomplish as an artist, and have the tools to keep your art practice growing!
Monday Night Figure Drawing
January 13, 2025 18:00
Each week, this non-instructional studio session works with a live model. Gestures, short and long poses offer a focused environment for studying the human form.
Abstracted Portraits
January 24, 2025 10:00
Push the boundaries of traditional portraiture in this one-day workshop! Join Paula Pascucci as she demonstrates how to analyze the face as a harmonious interplay of shapes and values. Experiment with distortion, and try painting with vibrant, expressive colors. The portrait you produce in this workshop can be entered into next month's Faces & Figures show!
Faces & Figures
February 7, 2025-March 2, 2025
Expressions of the human form bring personality to this exhibit! Drawing studies, formal portraits, everyday life subjects and other figures are presented in 2D & 3D media.
Jacksonville Watercolor Society Members Show
February 7, 2025-March 2, 2025
Members of the Jacksonville Watercolor Society showcase their talents in this exhibit!
Fort Móse 1738 Fashion Pop Up
February 7, 2025-March 7, 2025
Founded by Dr. Maurice N. Gattis, explore textiles and clothing created by artisans in Accra, Ghana. Their bold clothing connects individuals to their heritage by highlighting contemporary African prints through exploring a kaleidoscope of colors.
Money Culture
February 7, 2025-March 2, 2025
This exhibit explores the juxtaposition of various settings in relation to currency.
The Interdisciplinary Artist
February 12, 2025 10:00-February 26, 2025 16:00
Whether you're an experienced creator seeking fresh inspiration or a curious beginner looking to get creative through new means, this class offers you the chance to experiment and explore. Each week, dive into new techniques and mediums, ranging from conceptual and abstract creations to wearable art and collage!
Learn to Love Watercolor
February 15, 2025 10:00
This Valentine's Day, learn to love painting with watercolor. Whether you're looking to express your love through art or get creative with that special someone, this workshop will teach you the basics of painting with watercolor -- and you'll leave with a new work of art, ready to gift or to display!
Drawing the Face & Figure like Charles Bargue
February 28, 2025 10:00-March 1, 2025 15:00
Discover how a 19th-century drawing course -- taken by artists like Vincent Van Gogh and Pablo Picasso -- can elevate your own skills! Using Charles Bargue's iconic plates and figure drawings as reference, learn how to replicate complex images onto paper with charcoal, focusing on proportion, perspective and value. You'll render with precision, capture subtle details of the human form, and achieve lifelike accuracy in your drawings!
15th Annual St. Johns All-County Middle School Art Show
March 7, 2025-March 30, 2025
Students in grades 6-8 display their work in this colorful exhibit! A community outreach partnership with St. Johns County Schools.
Spring Members Show
March 7, 2025-March 30, 2025
This bi-annual exhibit of St. Augustine Art Association members features a variety of works by emerging, seasoned and professional artists.
Nature & Art
March 14, 2025 13:00
Explore the intersection of art and nature! Take this opportunity to experiment with different techniques and materials -- such as mono-printing and incorporating natural elements directly into your works of art. In this class, you'll endeavor to slow down, connect with the environment, and use nature's lively palette to refine your personal style.
Alchemy of an Artist
March 24, 2025 10:00
Join us for an introductory dive into the world of the "Artist Archetype" -- the timeless pattern of creative behavior that has shaped human expression throughout history. Uncover the strengths and blind spots of the artist within you, and examine how this shapes your creative journey. Together, we'll each use mixed media collage techniques to create a visual representation of our Archetype or unique "Artist" identity.
Miniature Marvels
April 4, 2025-April 27, 2025
A close look at these marvels reveals a range of subjects, materials, and technical precision. It's an exhibit of small works (12 inches or less) that pack a big punch!
20th Annual St. Johns All-County High School Art Show
April 4, 2025-April 27, 2025
An eye-popping array of over 150 works of art by students in grades nine through twelve. A community outreach partnership with St. Johns County Schools. Sponsored by LeShane CPA.
9th Annual St. Augustine Plein Air Paint Out
April 23, 2025-April 27, 2025
Artists are invited to participate in the annual Plein Air Paint Out in historic St. Augustine, Florida! Be inspired by the Spanish architecture, coastal environment, small-town streets, and Old-World charm of the nation's oldest city!
Here & There
May 2, 2025-June 1, 2025
Travels here & there, bucket list vacations, weekend getaways and staycations. Hiking in the mountains or climbing Everest, white water rapids or lazy rivers. Iconic landmarks and historical sites. Take us with you!
Plein Air Paint Out Exhibit
May 2, 2025-June 1, 2025
Original paintings produced during the St. Augustine Plein Air Paint Out create an irresistible artistic tapestry of the nation's oldest city. An art collector's delight!
Annual Honors Show
June 6, 2025-July 6, 2025
They're the best of the best! This impressive exhibit highlights the talents and new works of STAAA award-winning artists from the past three years.
What We See in the Shadows
July 17, 2025-August 31, 2025
This new exhibit is entirely in the dark, with the exception of flashlights and wayfinders! We're used to seeing artwork well-lit and beautifully displayed on the wall. However, what happens when you're forced to look at it bit by bit?