Village of the Arts facts for kids
The Village of the Arts is a special neighborhood in Bradenton, Florida. It's a big area, about 36 acres, where artists live and work. You'll find over 200 homes, art galleries, restaurants, and workshops here. It's unique because many artists live right in their studios, making it a lively and colorful place.
Exploring the Village of the Arts
The Village of the Arts is a community for both homes and businesses. It's located in Bradenton, Florida, which is about 50 miles south of Tampa, Florida and 14 miles north of Sarasota, Florida. This area of Bradenton was originally built with buildings from the 1920s. Some of the buildings used today as galleries and homes are even 100 years old!
Living and Working in the Village
The Village of the Arts is home to many different artists, galleries, and tasty food spots. Artists here have a special arrangement with the city of Bradenton. This allows them to live and work right out of their homes.
From Old to Artistic Homes
Years ago, the houses in this part of Bradenton were not in good shape. But now, most of them have been beautifully fixed up. They are painted in bright, cheerful colors and soft pastels. These homes have been turned into exciting places like art workshops, studios, galleries, and cafes. It's a vibrant place where creativity is everywhere!
Types of Art You'll Find
Artists in the Village of the Arts create amazing things using many different art forms. Here are some of the crafts they practice:
- Goldsmithing and Silversmithing (making things with gold and silver)
- Stained glass art
- Altered books (turning old books into new art)
- Copper-pigment work
- Assemblage and collage (creating art from different materials)
- Oil-painting and acrylic painting
- Quilting and fiber art
- Mixed media (using many different materials together)
- Encaustic painting (painting with heated wax)
- Fashion and custom clothing design
- Antiques and their restoration (fixing old items)
- Sculpture and drawing
- Photography
- Book-selling
- Basket-weaving
- Re-cycled and up-cycled art (making new things from old items)
- Botanical objects (art inspired by plants)
- Mosaic art
- Working with clay and pottery
- Music instruction and performance
- Art instruction
- Watercolors
- Dichroic glass (special colorful glass)
- Woodcarving
- Jewelry making
- Cut and polished stone work
- Metalworking
Custom Art for You
Many artists in the Village also accept commissions. This means you can order a special piece of art designed just for you! You can even be involved in creating the art. This way, you can get a unique piece that fits perfectly in your home or office.
See also
- Artist-run initiative
- Artist-run space
- National Cooperative Business Association
