Art Scene

Daily News staff

February 20, 2004

Art galleries in Southwest Florida display works of local, regional and international artists and artisans from contemporary to traditional, covering a wide range of media, styles and techniques. The following listing is a sample of what the area art scene has to offer. Listings are only as current as information provided to us by the galleries. As hours tend to fluctuate, it's wise to phone ahead. Note: Submissions for this column must be received by noon Monday for publication in the coming Friday's Showcase.

OPENINGS AND EVENTS

Art League of Marco Island at the Beth Rhodes Center for Art Education will feature "Out of Order," a multi-medium exhibition that includes acrylics, trompe l'oeil, oils and watercolors, from Feb. 29 through March 31. "Scholarship Applicants," featuring works by 11th and 12th grade Collier County students, can be seen April 4 through 8, followed by "A Contemporary Flair," a mixed-media show from April 11 through 29. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Location: 1010 Winterberry Drive. 394-4221.

Art Studio on Shirley is the working studio for artists Barbara Groenteman, who specializes in realistic tropical watercolors; painter Karen Stone, who specializes in vibrant impressionist pastels; and Renate Nothmann, who presents watercolor and oil paintings. An art exhibition and studio tour is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Feb. 28. Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Location: Fairways Trade Village, 6240 Shirley St., Suite 201. 572-3386.

Atelier Lizio Naples is a working studio established by Jo-Ann Lizio featuring Lizio's abstract expressionist works. A solo exhibition of abstract works by international artist Maciek von Ato will be unveiled at an opening reception from 5 to 8 p.m. Feb. 21. The show can be seen through Feb. 28. Hours: 1 to 4 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Location: 1895 Seward Drive, Suite 1, off Shirley Street. 513-2796. E-mail: atelierlizio@aol.com.

Darvish Collection Gallery of Fine Art is known for realism and impressionism. Displayed in seven rooms the works of 25 nationally and internationally known contemporary artists, along with 19th and early 20th century American and European masters. A meet-the-artist reception takes place from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 29, to introduce a new major exhibition by Troy Aker, American impressionist painter. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and by appointment. Location: 1199 Third St. S. 261-7581.

Davis/Keil Fine Art will feature two exhibitions beginning Feb. 24, "Hung Lui: La Ran Portraits" and "Folk Art." A show featuring works by Chris Pate with inspiration from Adolf Gottlieb, Jules Olitski and Kenneth Noland can be seen from March 9 through 27. A meet-the-artist reception takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. March 11. Hours: noon to 7 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Location: 331 Fifth Ave. S. 775-3200.

DeBruyne Fine Art Gallery represents 19th and 20th century European and American painters, as well as contemporary painters and sculptors. Edward Lupper and Carol Sadowski's whimsical animals and tropical scenes will be showcased as of March 11. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays; and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 275 Broad Ave. S. 262-4551 or www.debruynefineart.com.

Eckert Fine Art specializes in impressionist, modern and contemporary art. Gallery inventory includes: Christo, Close, de Chirico, Dine, Francis, Kahn, Kelly, Lichtenstein, Miro, Moore, Picasso, Pottorf, Rauschenberg, Renoir, Rivers and Sultan. The annual Summer Soiree Group Show runs July 17 through Aug. 15. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and by appointment. Location: 390 12th Ave. S. 261-1100 or eckertfineart@mindspring.com.

Gallery Victoria offers contemporary paintings and stone sculpture. From March 5 through 22, the gallery will feature its Artists of Distinction exhibition which includes acrylic and mixed media paintings by Lynn Loscutoff and acrylic and oil paintings by Catherine Wolf. The artists won prizes in Artescape Naples 2003, a national painting competition. An opening reception takes place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, March 5, and the artist will paint on premises from noon to 3:45 p.m. March 13. A solo exhibition of recent oil paintings by Victoria Brown can be seen March 20 through 26. A meet-the-artist reception is set for 5 to 7:30 p.m. March 20. Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Location: 932 Fifth Ave. N. 649-4300 or www.galleryvictoria.com.

Gardner-Colby Gallery I is a traditional fine art gallery, showcasing the talents of more than 20 contemporary painters and sculptors and featuring representational Old Florida landscapes, still lifes and figurative works. From Feb. 20 through 29, the gallery will feature its seventh annual one-man show which highlights works by Frank P. Corso. Named "Peaceful Solitude," the exhibition includes the artist's "portraits" of the landscapes of Southwest Florida including the Everglades. Kevin Sloan's one-man show opens March 4, followed by "Figurative Works," featuring artists Kim English and Jove Wang, on March 25. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 386 Broad Ave. S. 403-7787 or www.gardnercolbygallery.com.

Harmon-Meek Gallery is now open in the TIB Financial Centre. An exhibition of works by Robert Vickrey will be featured from Feb. 22 through March 6. Inventory includes works by Richard Anuszkiewicz, Milton Avery, Will Barnet, Byron Browne, Colleen Browning, Adolf Dehn, Jimmy Ernst, Dorothy Gillespie, Balcomb Greene, Milton Hebald, Paul Jenkins, Bob Kane, Robert Kipniss, Ibram Lassaw, Herman Maril, Robert Natkin, Eliot O'Hara, John Raimondi, Richard Segalman, Hunt Slonem, and Robert Vickrey. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays or by appointment. Location: 599 U.S. 41 N. 261-2637.

Kensington Arts at 604 Fifth Ave. S. will introduce world renowned pop artist Peter Max's newest exhibition, "Colors of a Better World," this weekend. Max will be on hand for two meet-the-artists receptions set for 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday. The exhibit can also be seen throughout the weekend, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. Location: 604 Fifth Ave. S. 263-2994.

Marianne Friedland Gallery features a selection of original works by Tom Wesselman, Roy Lichtenstein, James Rosenquist, Jim Dine, Wolf Kahn, Janet Fish and Jules Olitski. An exhibition of new paintings and master prints by contemporary still life artist Janet Fish continues through March 3. In addition, inventory includes original etchings, lithographs, aquatints and screenprints by a variety of artists including Wolf Kahn, Helen Frankenthaler and Larry Rivers. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Location: 359 Broad Ave. S. 262-3484.

New River Fine Art, Naples, specializes in American and European impressionist, modern and contemporary paintings, works on paper and sculpture. Inventory includes Dali, Hart, Leestemaker, Camille Pissarro and his descendants and others. "The Impressions" opens with a champagne reception from 6 to 9 p.m. today, Feb. 20; RSVP required. Mary Cassat, Eduard Manet, Camille Pissaro and Edward Degas are among the participating artists. An exhibition titled "Modern Masters," featuring Chagall, Matisse, Picasso, Miro and Dali will open March 19. Hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Location: 600 Fifth Ave. S. 435-4515 or www.newrivergallery.com.

Rick Moore Fine Art has an inventory that includes recent works by established international artists as well as works by new artists. Suzanne French Luker will be the featured artist from 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 20 and from noon to 4 p.m. Feb. 21. Maria Bertran is the featured artist from 6 to 9 p.m. March 5 and from noon to 4 p.m. March 6. In addition, current exhibits include paintings, sculpture and fine art glass and featuring new works by leading American impressionists Howard Behrens, Henrietta Milan, Suzanne French Luker and Maria Bertran. Also on view are works by contemporary artists Don Kettleborough, Jim Alford, Lisa Linch and David Pearson. Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: Venetian Village, 4230 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., 434-6464. www.rickmooregallery.com.

Schiowitz Sculpture, featuring the work of international artist Henry Schiowitz, hosts a grand opening today through Sunday, Feb. 20, 21 and 22. Hours are 5 to 9 p.m. today, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. The exhibit will include selections from 30 years of sculpture, created in bronze, marble, granite and mixed media. Location: 3673 Prospect Ave., Unit 3. 875-2513.

Shaw Gallery of Fine Art showcases original oils, acrylics, watercolors, bronze, glass and sculpture by nationally and internationally known artists such as Pino, Giner Bueno, Rosalind Cook, Hessam, Jose Barbera, Jane Bazinet, Richard Royal, Chris Hawthorne, Michelle Torrez, Edward Hlavka, Oleg Zhivetin, Roman France, L'Deane Trueblood, George Guzzi, Diana Gessler, Rita Guzzi and Robert Refvem. A solo exhibition of works by the artist Pino will be unveiled at an opening reception from 5 to 8:30 p.m. March 20; call for an invitation. The show can be seen through March 30. L'Deane Trueblood's bronze sculpture show opens April 2. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays or by appointment. Location: 761 Fifth Ave. S. 261-7828 or www.shawgallery.com.

Weatherburn Gallery offers a collection of works by award-winning North American, Russian and European impressionists and realists. "Reflections," a new collection of water scenes by realist painter Frane Mlinar, opens Feb. 22. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 281 Broad Ave. S. 263-8008.

NOW HANGING

BONITA SPRINGS
Jamali Fine Art features originals, bronze sculptures, photography and limited edition prints by the artist Jamali. The gallery also offers curatorial services for private collectors. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: The Promenade, 26795 South Bay Drive, Suite 164, Bonita Springs. 947-8053 or jamalifineartllc.com.

ESTERO
Artistic Surroundings features work by Thomas Kinkade, Edna Hibel, Ben Essenburg and Dan Mackin, as well as local artists. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Location: 21301 U.S. 41 S., Estero. 948-2787.

MARCO ISLAND
Art League of Marco Island at the Beth Rhodes Center for Art Education is featuring "Points of View," a mixed-media show, through Feb. 26. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Location: 1010 Winterberry Drive. 394-4221.

Kennedy Studios features framed limited-edition serigraphs and lithographs, including works by artists Don Hatfield, Art LaMay, John Powell, Neil Adamson, Ben Essenburg, Bob and Michelle Kennedy. Location: 599 S. Collier Blvd. on Marco Island. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. 394-0409.

Studio Art Gallery features original oils of local scenes by Charles Gruppe, ocean-inspired bronze sculptures by Gene Davis, portraits and local scenes by in-house resident artist Dom Messano and hundreds of prints by Art LaMay, Hanraeta and others. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and by appointment on weekends. Location: 1103 Bald Eagle Drive in Old Marco. 394-5452.

NAPLES
Adams Galleries offers about 2,000 original oil paintings which include waterscapes, Italian landscapes, traditional art, tropical scenes and Old World and contemporary subjects. The gallery is currently featuring "Chasing the Colors of Naples," an exhibition of oil paintings by emerging impressionist Stine Walsh. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Location: 5201 U.S. 41 N., suite 3. 403-0040.

Africa — Gallery of African Art deals with tribal art from West Africa. The gallery carries wooden masks, wooden sculptures, brass figures, clay sculptures and pottery, as well as clothes made of cotton and palm leaves. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; Sundays by appointment. Location: 537 Fifth Ave. S. 262-6625 or www.theafricangallery.com.

Antinori-Arsenault Art and Fashion Gallery features wearable art and accessories designed by Antinori; as well as paintings by Paul Arsenault. Hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 284 Broad Ave. A. 649-7075.

Arno Mediterranean Gallery features paintings of Mediterranean villages, harbors and gardens by local artist Arno DeVilliers. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Location: 2081 J&C Blvd. 254-9364.

Arsenault Studio features original paintings of Naples and elsewhere by local artist Paul Arsenault. Prints and note cards are also available. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and by appointment. Location: 1180 Gordon Drive in Old Naples. 263-1214 or www.paularsenault.com.

Art Studio on Shirley is the working studio for artists Barbara Groenteman, who specializes in realistic tropical watercolors; painter Karen Stone, who specializes in vibrant impressionist pastels; and Renate Nothmann, who presents watercolor and oil paintings. Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Location: Fairways Trade Village, 6240 Shirley St., Suite 201. 572-3386.

Artist Studio is the working studio of pastelist/oil painter Stephanie Birdsall and painter Mary Moran. Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Location: 1185 Eighth St. S. in the Cove Professional Building. 571-8895 or 571-2770.

Artwork Shop features the oil and silk portraits of Donne Lee, who creates paintings on the premises, as well as a variety of prints and posters. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Location: 1309 Third St. S. 262-5272.

Atelier Lizio Naples is a working studio established by Jo-Ann Lizio featuring Lizio's abstract expressionist works. Now through Feb. 23, Dottie Magen presents art videos. Call to inquire about workshops. Hours: 1 to 4 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Location: 1895 Seward Drive, Suite 1, off Shirley Street. 513-2796. E-mail: atelierlizio@aol.com.

Bonny Hawley Studios is the working studio and showroom for Naples artist Bonny Hawley. Featured are the artist's acrylic mixed media collage pieces. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and by appointment. Location: 3435 Enterprise Ave., Studio 31. 649-1389.

Botero Gallery & Picture Framing offers a selection of paintings, lithographs, limited edition prints and sculptures. The custom framing department offers a variety of 1,000-plus European frames. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and by appointment. Location: 1103 Bald Eagle Drive, Marco Island. 394-5452.

Calusa Gallery specializes in art reflecting Southwest Florida's natural beauty, as well as art with a continental European motif. Artists include Paul Arsenault, Don Dahlke, Jim Draper, Peter Pettegrew, Beki Killorin and Lynda Kyser-Smith. The gallery also features quality custom framing and mirror frame services. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Location: Intersection of Airport-Pulling and Vanderbilt Beach roads. 594-3888.

Castillo Art Studio features original portrait paintings by local and international artist Jose Maria Castillo. This is a working studio, and visitors are welcome. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Location: "Pine Cottage," 1456 31st St. S.W. 348-9485 or www.prtraits.com/castillo.

Chamberlain Studio Workshop is a working studio for artist/photographer/giclee printer Jim Chamberlain. The gallery features landscapes of South Florida plus images of Europe and Asia as well as digital collage portraits and figure studies. Giclee printing on canvas and watercolor paper is also done on premises. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and by appointment. Location: 4646 Domestic Ave., Suite 106-A. 272-3321 or www.chamberlainphoto.com.

The Clay Place, a professional pottery, features hand-painted dinnerware, tiles and murals by James Rice. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. Location: 1555 Shadowlawn Drive. 775-1078 or www.naplesclayplace.com.

Darvish Collection Gallery of Fine Art is known for realism and impressionism. Displayed in seven rooms the works of 25 nationally and internationally known contemporary artists, along with 19th and early 20th century American and European masters. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and by appointment. Location: 1199 Third St. S. 261-7581.

Davis/Keil Fine Art features works by internationally recognized artists as well as emerging artists. "Tammra Sigler — Recent Paintings and Monoprints" and "Music/Opera/Theater" can be seen through Feb. 21. Hours: noon to 7 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Location: 331 Fifth Ave. S. 775-3200.

DeBruyne Fine Art Gallery represents 19th and 20th century European and American painters, as well as contemporary painters and sculptors. Stephen Shortridge, American impressionist, is the current featured artist. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays; and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 275 Broad Ave. S. 262-4551 or www.debruynefineart.com.

DeBruyne Fine Art Gallery represents 19th and 20th century European and American painters, as well as contemporary painters and sculptors. An exhibition of works by Gary Akers, "Moments of Light," is currently being featured. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays; and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 275 Broad Ave. S. 262-4551 or www.debruynefineart.com.

Dennison-Moran Gallery features the work of 150 different American artists and craftsmen, including works by the owners, painter Mary Moran and goldsmith Kathleen Dennison. Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 696 Fifth Ave. S. 263-0590.

Dexter Gallery showcases new paintings by Richard Dexter, resident artist and co-owner of the adjoining Flower Gallery. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Location: 707 12th Ave. S. at Crayton Cove. 262-5446.

Eckert Fine Art specializes in impressionist, modern and contemporary art. Gallery inventory includes: Christo, Close, de Chirico, Dine, Francis, Kahn, Kelly, Lichtenstein, Miro, Moore, Picasso, Pottorf, Rauschenberg, Renoir, Rivers and Sultan. Now through March 4, "Hal Buckner: Goddess, Then and Now," is on view. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and by appointment. Location: 390 12th Ave. S. 261-1100 or eckertfineart@mindspring.com.

Eckert Fine Art specializes in impressionist, modern and contemporary art. Gallery inventory includes: Christo, Close, de Chirico, Dine, Francis, Kahn, Kelly, Lichtenstein, Miro, Moore, Picasso, Pottorf, Rauschenberg, Renoir, Rivers and Sultan. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and by appointment. Location: 390 12th Ave. S. 261-1100 or eckertfineart@mindspring.com.

The Englishman specializes in 18th and 19th century European art and furniture. The collection of paintings includes landscapes, still lifes, genre and hunt scenes from artists such as Herring Sr., Venables, Van De Leene and Lucas. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays; and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: Plaza on Third Street South. 649-8088.

Four Winds Gallery offers Native American jewelry and art. Inventory includes handcrafted gold and silver jewelry, as well as sculpture, basketry, beadwork, pottery and weavings. Represented are Native American award-winners from Santa Fe's Indian Market, the Heard Museum Show, and Gallup's Intertribal Ceremony. They offer appraisals and purchase private collections. Two locations: Third Street Shops, 340 13th Ave. S. 263-7555. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays; Fifth Ave. Shops, 658 Fifth Ave. S. 263-2662. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays; and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays.

Galerie Azur features works by contemporary French artists, including painters Mocci, Gavazzi, Battesti, Milia, Kristoff, Albiac, Chamagne, Her, Martinay, Monange, Mtr, Pascalaubin and Vadon. Sculptors include Audiard, Dubeau, Combelle, Despoulain and Tessar. From now until April, the gallery is showcasing works by Veronique Vadon and Eric Battesti, artists from Provence. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays and Saturdays; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 1300 Third St. S., Suite 103E. 435-9680 or www.galerieazur.com.

Galerie du Soleil is currently featuring an exhibition of California colorist Jane Seymour's recent works. The Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winning actress specializes in floral bouquets, landscapes and portraits and works in watercolors, pastels and oils. Inventory ranges from unique originals to limited edition giclees, bronzes and glass. The current portfolio includes works by impressionists Royo, Alan Wolton and Leonard Wren; landscapes by Robert Cook and Peter Pettegrew, works by colorists Virginia Dauth; sculptors by Martin Eichinger, Paige Bradley and Brian Auth or and hand-blown glass by FOCI. Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays; and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 393 Broad Ave. S. 417-3450 or (866) 417-3450.

Gallery Melange offers a selection of ancient Chinese artifacts, Qing Dynasty furniture and contemporary art that complements the collections of antiquities. Artifacts date from the Neolithic period (2500 B.C.) to the Ming Dynasty (A.D. 1368-1644). Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. Location: 385 Broad Ave. S. 263-9278 or www.gallerymelange.com.

Gallery Matisse represents contemporary impressionists, modern masters such as Cortes, Matisse, Calder, Picasso and Dali and art glass and art-to-wear jewelry. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Location: The Plaza, 1170 Third St. S., Suite C-106. 649-7114.

Gallery One represents contemporary American artists and craftsmen and features paintings, sculpture, raku pottery, art glass and jewelry. New works and exhibits are featured each month. Hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 8 p.m. Sundays. Location: 1301 Third St. S. 263-0835.

Gallery Susan deWitt features contemporary art. The inaugural exhibition, titled "Out of the Ordinary," features works by Aaron Fink. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and by appointment. Location: 5405 Taylor Road, Suite 6. 254-8005.

Gallery Victoria offers contemporary paintings and stone sculpture. The gallery is featuring a solo exhibition of acrylic and oil paintings by expressionist Amos Miller through Feb. 23. Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Location: 932 Fifth Ave. N. 649-4300 or www.galleryvictoria.com.

Gardner-Colby Gallery I is a traditional fine art gallery, showcasing the talents of more than 20 contemporary painters and sculptors and featuring representational Old Florida landscapes, still lifes and figurative works. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 386 Broad Ave. S. 403-7787 or www.gardnercolbygallery.com.

Gardner-Colby Gallery II is a new, second showroom for this gallery, featuring representational Old Florida landscapes, still lifes and figurative work by contemporary artists. "Color in the Landscape," featuring works by John Stockwell and Katherine Hurley, is currently on view. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Location: 365 Broad Ave. S. 403-7787 or www.gardnercolbygallery.com.

Gills Rock Stoneware Pottery is a working studio/gallery featuring the work of potters Judy and Larry Thoreson. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. Location: 663 Fifth Ave. S. 649-7885.

Gordon Galleries is home to 500-plus original oil paintings. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 15495 U.S. 41 N. in the Audubon Center. 514-1161.

Guess-Fisher Gallery, Etc. and Phil Fisher Gallery, owned by artists Natalie Guess and Phil Fisher, features their artwork which includes batik, clay, watercolor and oil. Works by other Florida artists are also on view: Tom Millsap's colorful scenes created with acrylics on canvas; Sam Platt's whimsical pastel works; Richard Rosen's intriguing designs in Raku sculpture plus numerous fine craft items and prints of Naples area scenes. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 824 Fifth Ave. S., Suite 2. 659-2787 or 403-8393.

Harmon-Meek Gallery is now open in the TIB Financial Centre. An exhibition of works by Hunt Slonem can be seen through Feb. 21. Inventory includes works by Richard Anuszkiewicz, Milton Avery, Will Barnet, Byron Browne, Colleen Browning, Adolf Dehn, Jimmy Ernst, Dorothy Gillespie, Balcomb Greene, Milton Hebald, Paul Jenkins, Bob Kane, Robert Kipniss, Ibram Lassaw, Herman Maril, Robert Natkin, Eliot O'Hara, John Raimondi, Richard Segalman, Hunt Slonem, and Robert Vickrey. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays or by appointment. Location: 599 U.S. 41 N. 261-2637.

HW Gallery offers a collection of traditional, modern and contemporary art. The gallery carries works by Bartlett, Calder, Chagall, Chihuly, Christo, Dickson, Dine, Fish, Francis, Frankenthaler, Gruppe, Hockney, Hofmann, Indiana, Lewitt, Lichtenstein, Miro, Mitchell, Noland, Picasso, Pottorf, Rauschenberg, Renoir, Rickey, Rivers, Rosenquist, Smyth, Stella, Voytek and Warhol. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and by appointment. Location: 1391 Third St. S. 263-6640.

Kelsey's Collection features works by several artists new to Naples, including Barbara Gallagher, whose contemporary figurative canvases are being featured. Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays. Location: 567 Park St. near to the von Liebig Art Center. 213-9969.

Knox Galleries specializes in lost wax bronze sculpture and represents American artists Goodacre, Balciar, Ullberg, Scott Saylors and others. An exhibit featuring pastel paintings of exotic creatures by famous wildlife artist D. Arthur Wilson is now on view. Hours: Opens at 10 a.m. Mondays through Sundays and from 5 to 8 Sunday evenings. Location: 375 Broad Ave. S. 263-7994.

La Belle Image art gallery presents a rare exhibit of new works from modern impressionists. Featured is Marcel Favreau. Hours: noon to 7 p.m. daily. Location: 464 Fifth Ave. S. 213-0955.

The Lady from Haiti features Haitian folk art, including wall and floor sculpture made of hammered and chiseled 55-gallon steel drums and papier mache masks. The works of Haitian painters Claude Dambreville, Fritzner Alphonse and Inatace Alphonse are featured. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays or by appointment. Location: 476 Fifth Ave. S. 649-8607 or 774-5559.

Longstreth-Goldberg Art Gallery specializes in contemporary paintings and sculpture by artists from America and elsewhere. The gallery's annual "Giants of Sculpture/Little Gems" show, which includes new paintings, wall constructions and indoor/outdoor sculptures, can be seen through March 25. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Location: 5640 Taylor Road. 514-2773.

Luis Sottil Studios feature works by Sottil in his new art form called "Naturalismo," which uses natural pigments drawn from plants, minerals, gold dust and mother of pearl found in nature. The gallery also features works by bronze sculptors Michael Maden and Julio Sanchez. Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Location: 505 Fifth Ave. S., Suite E. 213-1761.

Marianne Friedland Gallery features a selection of original works by Tom Wesselman, Roy Lichtenstein, James Rosenquist, Jim Dine, Wolf Kahn, Janet Fish and Jules Olitski. An exhibition of new paintings and master prints by contemporary still life artist Janet Fish continues through March 3. In addition, inventory includes original etchings, lithographs, aquatints and screenprints by a variety of artists including Wolf Kahn, Helen Frankenthaler and Larry Rivers. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Location: 359 Broad Ave. S. 262-3484.

Marine Arts Gallery features 19th and early 20th century marine paintings, as well as portraits, landscapes and bronzes. Contemporary marine artists include Roy Cross, Len J. Pearce and Richard K. Loud. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays and Fridays and Saturdays; and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursdays. Location: 4250 Gulf Shore Blvd. N. 261-0000.

Marjorie Pesek uses hundreds of pieces of paper to create something that looks like an oil painting from a distance. Paper mosaic subjects include dog and cat portraits, local scenes and more. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Location: 658 Fifth Ave. S. 293-4167 or www.papermosaic.com.

Mary Mariner Gallery & Art Studio is a working studio featuring the art of Mary Mariner, who specializes in impressionism and abstracts. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Location: 2205 Hawksridge Drive, No. 904. 353-0013.

Mitchell-Peck Gallery offers works by master goldsmith Philip Peck who creates works in sterling silver, gold, platinum and high-fire vitreous enamel. He uses classical techniques inspired by the goldsmiths of ancient Greece through the Renaissance to create unique jewelry and objets d'art. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and noon to 5 p .m. Sundays. Location: corner of Third Street South and Broad Avenue South. Information: 659-5956.

Native Visions Galleries feature wildlife, marine life, landscapes, florals and bronzes. Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays. Location: 737 Fifth Ave. S. 643-3785.

Nold Gallery features the oil paintings of Fred Nold who specializes in scenes of South Florida, ranging from modern, cosmopolitan subjects to the Everglades. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Location: 2220 J&C Blvd., No. 4, North Naples. 593-8160.

Red Box Studio is a working studio by Naples artist Tammra Sigler. Works include contemporary expressionistic paintings and monoprints. Hours are from 1 to 4 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays and by appointment. Location: 5760 Shirley St., No. 10. 593-4588 or www.tammrasigler.com.

Rick Moore Fine Art has an inventory includes recent works by established international artists as well as works by new artists. The gallery is currently exhibiting a diverse collection of paintings, sculpture and fine art glass and featuring works by American impressionists Howard Behrens, Henrietta Milan, Suzanne French Luker and Maria Bertran. Also on view are works by contemporary artists Don Kettleborough, Jim Alford and Lisa Linch plus new bronze works by David Pearson. Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: Venetian Village, 4230 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., 434-6464. www.rickmooregallery.com.

Shaw Gallery of Fine Art showcases original oils, acrylics, watercolors, bronze, glass and sculpture by nationally and internationally known artists such as Pino, Giner Bueno, Rosalind Cook, Hessam, Jose Barbera, Jane Bazinet, Richard Royal, Chris Hawthorne, Michelle Torrez, Edward Hlavka, Oleg Zhivetin, Roman France, L'Deane Trueblood, George Guzzi, Diana Gessler, Rita Guzzi and Robert Refvem. An exhibition of sculpture by Hessam Abrishami is being featured. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays or by appointment. Location: 761 Fifth Ave. S. 261-7828 or www.shawgallery.com.

Sheldon Fine Art features traditional and contemporary originals and limited editions by artists including Anne Packard, Sean Farrell, Edward Gordon, Ken Zeir, Connie Bransilver, Tom Ross, Dianne Pearse, Susan Jackson, Richard Lane, Christis Velesig. Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Location: 460 Fifth Ave. S. 649-6255.

Silver Eagle features contemporary and traditional Native American arts and crafts from more than 20 Indian nations, including handcrafted sterling silver jewelry, pueblo pottery, Navajo rugs, artifacts and limited-edition prints. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 651 Fifth Ave. S. 403-3033.

Studios on Fifth is the new working studios of Darlene Morgensen and Joan Osborn-Dunkle. Morgensen is a pastel/oil painter new to the area who specializes in contemporary, colorful landscapes. Osborn-Dunkle is an abstract painter who works in acrylics and mixed media/collages. Inquire about available classes. Hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays or by appointment. Location: 990 Fifth Ave. N. 269-5894. 189-8789, www.darlenemorgensen.com and www.osborndunkle.com.

Sweet Art Gallery features paintings on canvas and watercolors, hand-painted glass, porcelain, furniture, mosaics, sculptures, photography and other decor all by Florida artists. An exhibition of works by Bill Gregg is on view. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Location: 2054 Trade Center Way. 597-2110.

Tamarack Gallery is featuring rainforest oils by Sal Salinero. "Views from Provence," which includes landscapes by French artists Elizabeth Estivalet and Joanny is also on view, as well as large format color photographs on canvas by Jeffery Milstein, oil abstracts by Mantra and figurative images by Irene Sheri. Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 4262 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Village on Venetian Bay. 430-0092.

Thomas Kinkade Spring Gate Galleries carries limited edition canvases, inspirationals and collectibles by artist Thomas Kinkade. Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 6 p.m. Sundays. Location: Coastland Center mall. 430-4330.

Trudy Labell Fine Art represents 30-plus contemporary American artists such as Clifford Smith, Joel Babb, Jessie Pollock and Susan Singleton, whose paintings and sculptures range from realistic landscapes to minimalist constructions. "Inner Spirit... Outer Beauty," featuring the works of Raine Bedsole and Gabrielle L. Mayer, young women who have distinctly different takes on the human form, can be seen throughout February. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Location: 1610 Trade Center Way. 593-0211.

Vallez Studio Gallery features the paintings and limited-edition prints of Naples-based artist Jerry Vallez. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Location: 1183 Eighth St. S. 262-0381 or www.jerryvallez.com or 262-0381.

Val Sandell Fine Art Studio is a working studio/gallery featuring landscape, portrait and still-life oil paintings by plein-air artist Val Sandell (formerly McCullough). Works can be viewed on www.valartist.com. Hours: 1 to 5 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays; and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Address: 255 Cocohatchee Drive. 598-4547 or valartist@aol.com.

Weatherburn Gallery offers a collection of works by award-winning North American, Russian and European impressionists and realists. Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. Location: 281 Broad Ave. S. 263-8008.

Wyland Gallery features the oil paintings, sculptures and limited-edition works of marine artist and mural painter Wyland, as well as works by Dan Mackin, James Coleman, Steven Power, Scott Hanson and Walfrido. Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 5:30 p.m. Sundays. Location: Coastland Center mall. 649-3232.

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Big Cypress Gallery features the work of photographer Clyde Butcher, with a display of black-and-white landscape photographs including images from Florida beaches and swamps to western redwoods and the Rocky Mountains. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays through Mondays. Location: U.S. 41, Ochopee, in eastern Collier County. Second location at 237 Warfield Ave. in Venice. 695-2428.