The Naples Art Association welcomes visitors to a variety of exhibitions throughout the year. Each show has its own focus, sharing unique stories and facts about artists, their style and the context of contemporary artwork. Art appreciators will find our galleries filled with art by international, national and local artists, young artists, new art trends, community partnerships and much more.
In addition to the galleries at the art center, the NAA has a variety of off-site exhibitions in the community. All of the galleries are free and open to the public year round.
We’re committed to showing:
A variety of exhibitions from local, national and international artists, inspired by photography, painting, sculpture and more.
Educational Merit as a resource on contemporary art, art history and techniques.
Artistic Merit through juried and professionally curated exhibitions.
Career growth support in the form of exhibition opportunities for artists (including how to enter a juried show, marketing and branding, setting prices, etc.)
Pride in NAA artists’ dreams and accomplishments.
Recognition of excellence through awards and publicity.
Current Exhibitions
National Art Encounter 2018-19
When: December 1, 2018 – January 12, 2019
Where: The Naples Art Association, 585 Park Street in Naples
The Naples Art Association initiated Art Encounter in 1983. The exhibition serves as a platform on which Florida artists share the spotlight with their peers at the national level. For artists from outside Florida, the exhibition provides an opportunity for them to demonstrate their success.
Morris Herstein: A Fusion of Fotos Traveling Exhibition
When: November 14, 2018 – January 21, 2019
Where: The Exhibition Hall at North Collier Regional Park, located at 15000 Livingston Road in Naples
From scientist and cosmetic product developer to photographer, see how Morris transformed one art form into another. The Exhibition Hall is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is free.
Partner Organization Exhibitions
Photographers from the Digital Photography & Imaging -Special Interest Group (DPI-SIG)
When: December 8 – 29, 2018
Where: The Naples Art Association, 585 Park Street in Naples
Discover the talented photographers of DPI-SIG, a local group that provides monthly programming for its members.
A Journey in Wax
When: December 8 – 29, 2018
Where: The Naples Art Association, 585 Park Street in Naples
Artwork presented by Southwest Florida Wax (SWFL WAX), a new chapter of International Encaustic Artists (IEA).
ArtHUB
ArtHUB is a newly-created forum that provides a platform for members to share ideas, promote the arts, learn about the new trends, and network.
ArtHUB is free for all NAA donors and a $10 donation is requested from non-donors.
For ArtHUB dates, please click here.
The November 15, 2018 ArtHUB event featured a short discussion led by artist Mally Khorasanthci. A short video of the presentation can be found by clicking here. (Password: Mally).
Artists
Calling all artists! If you’re looking for ways to get your art in front of a new audience and increase recognition, we invite you to participate in some of the many showcase opportunities we have throughout the year. From our renowned, annual Art in the Park event, to shows, exhibits and community events, there are numerous ways to gain exposure within the Naples community and with visitors to the region.
Award Winners
Artists that participate in exhibitions will have the opportunity to win awards based on a variety of criteria. Please join us on congratulating the following exhibition winners!
The 2018 Your Choice Exhibition
On View Dates: August 13 – September 19, 2018
Best of Show $500 – Hilda Champion for Abyss
First Place (tied) $125 – Joel Shapses for Ontogeny Recapitulates Phylogeny
First Place (tied) $125
Judy Thompson for A Perfect Place to Perch
Second Place $150
Valerie Weilmuenster for Marks in Motion
Honorable Mention $50
Linda M. Butler for Waiting for Sun
Honorable Mention $50
Linda Sutton for Time in a Bottle
Exhibition: Camera USA® 2018: National Photography Exhibition
On View Dates: June 4 – August 3, 2018
National Photography Award Winner $5,000
Christer Berg of Raleigh, North Carolina for Dewayne Beamon, Boxer
Honorable Mention $100
Constance Brinkley of Seattle, Washington for Celebrating Life
Honorable Mention $100
Ron Cooper of Englewood, Colorado for Joaquin
Honorable Mention $100
Lisette Morales of Naples, Florida for Margarita Claro
Honorable Mention $100
Wendy Roussin of Starkville, Mississippi for Badlands, Series
Camera USA® 2018: Honorable Mention $100
Ben Tanzer of Austin, Texas for The Boxer