The Orange County Library System allows artists and community groups to display their artwork and information in our locations. This cooperative effort enables the Library to share the enjoyment of art with the public, provides exposure to local artists, artisans, and community groups, and enhances Library facilities. Come see what's on display today!
Each month the library branches host art and culture programs. The programs are diverse in nature, and may be demonstrations, author visits, hands-on-learning, or meeting artists from the area. Be sure to attend one or all of these culturally rich events!
Offers Personal Enrichment classes, including art, music, photography, and writing classes, in over 60 neighborhood sites. For more information call 407.317.3200 ext.2828.
This database will provide biographical information on many artists. Materials included are reference sources, magazine and newspaper articles, academic journals, audio or visual media, and recommended websites.
Ferguson's Career Guidance Center offers comprehensive information on jobs, industries, and workplace skills to help determine the perfect career in arts-related fields. Browse the Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications section to learn about a variety of occupations in the visual arts.
Check out these art-related websites hand picked by Library staff. View a listing of museums and galleries, both in the Central Florida area and around the world.
This database contains detailed information on antiques, collectibles, fine art, and historic Americana sold at auctions throughout North America. Search this extensive database to find out what your treasure is worth!
A non-profit organization founded and dedicated to artists working exclusively with colored pencil. Includes information on current research, events, galleries, and more.
The Public Art department oversees three galleries where rotating exhibits can be viewed; two of these galleries are located downtown in City Hall. Located at 400 South Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801, call 407.246.4279 for more information.
Enjoy a Florida spring weekend at this annual art festival. One of the nation's oldest juried outdoor art festivals, the Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival features 228 artists in an amazing variety of categories including clay, fiber, glass leather, mixed media, painting, photography, wood, and many more.
For only $1.99, create an accidental snapshot feel of your photographs (Hipstaprints!) with this awesomely analog digital photography application by Synthetic. iTunes | Website
Instagram
Explore this free photo sharing program and social networking site by applying different filters to your photos and then share them with others. iTunes | Google Play | Website
MoMA, The Museum of Modern Art
Carry the world's finest collection of modern and contemporary art with you. Browse the New York collection, take multimedia tours, and learn all about art for free. iTunes | Google Play | Website
Sketchbook Mobile Express
Capture your artistic ideas on your mobile device using a variety of powerful sketching tools with this free application by Autodesk. iTunes | Google Play | Website
Crafts are a wonderful activity for children to develop their creativity. Many of our children's programs incorporate developmentally appropriate art activities.
For teens, ages 13 to 18, who enjoy Japanese manga and anime, this club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Orlando Public Library.
Teens are introduced to a variety of art forms in workshops hosted by local artists. A.R.T.: Art Revolution for Teens is sponsored by the Chesley G. Magruder Foundation.
From the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC, this website provides a way to make interactive art online — painting, drawing with pixels, creating collages, and more!
Explore and share information about all art forms in video format. This website was conceived, designed and implemented by creative individuals at the Indianapolis Museum of Art.
Founded in 2008, Hello Craft supports crafters and strives to educate the public on the benefits of handmade products. Visit their site to join the discussion, find event information, and get inspiration.
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