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.
Person to Person: The NAA’s Open Studio Program Exhibition
When: January 12 – February 25, 2019
Where: The Naples Art Association, 585 Park Street in Naples
The Naples Art Association’s Open Studio provides an opportunity for artists to work independently in Studio #200. A figure model is provided during Wednesday afternoon sessions with artists paying an additional fee for the undraped or clothed model. Olena Skiba facilitates the program and allows artists to work independently without instruction. She schedules adult models of all ages, provides props and sets a length of time for each model’s pose.
Immigration: Does it Matter? Exhibition
When: January 12 – February 24, 2019
Where: The Naples Art Association, 585 Park Street in Naples
An exhibition with a social issues theme. Immigration affects many areas such as work-force demographics, entitlement programs and finances. Artists have much to share on this important topic. Exhibited in Gallery 104.
Human Trafficking Awareness Partnerships Exhibition
When: January 19 – February 2, 2019
Where: The Naples Art Association, 585 Park Street in Naples
Nola Theiss uses art to educate children about human trafficking. “We want to educate them about human trafficking so they can protect themselves, their peers and their family members by understanding how traffickers work and understanding the signs so that they can be alert to it,” Theiss explains. This exhibition of work by Collier County youth is organized by Human Trafficking Awareness Partnerships (HTAP) as part of its ArtReach program. The exhibition includes paintings and mixed media works and will be on view in the Frederick O. Watson Gallery.
Anna Rac: Art in a Key of Life Exhibition
When: January 19 – March 2, 2019
Where: The Naples Art Association, 585 Park Street in Naples
Anna Rac is an abstract expressionist painter who explores the connection between music and painting. Having started playing the piano at the age of four-years-old, she graduated with a degree in music from the University of Illinois, and now uses classical music to inspire her artwork. She describes her painting process as a totally immersive and emotional experience. From music to canvas, her approach is spontaneous and is often met with new and unexpected results. As a result, her works are lyrical, dynamic, and multilayered—much like the music from which she draws inspiration. Rac uses a variety of media and tools to create her compositions.
Born in Poland, she now lives in Naples. She is an active member of the Naples Art Association, Florida Artists Group and Naples Art District. Rac’s paintings can be found in galleries in Florida, as well as many private collections in the United States and abroad.
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.
The full calendar of ArtHUB events is listed below.
Date: January 10
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: The Naples Art Association, 585 Park Street in Naples
Topic: Legal issues for artists featuring Ann Dalton, Esq.
Date: March 14
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: The Naples Art Association, 585 Park Street in Naples
Topic: Artist presentation by Tiite Baquero.
Date: May 16
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: The Naples Art Association, 585 Park Street in Naples
Topic: Business issues for artists featuring Kevin Marretta, CPA.
November 15, 2018 ArtHUB
This ArtHUB event featured a short discussion led by artist Mally Khorasanthci. A video of the presentation can be found by clicking here.
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 National Art Encounter Exhibition
On View Dates: December 1, 2018 – January 12, 2019
Best of Show $1,000: Maria Holstein of Newberry, Florida for Cooper
First Place $800: Reina Castellanos of Orlando, Florida for 3:59 (STATIC NOISE)
Second Place $600: Edward Rushton of Statesboro, Georgia for Spurious Nationalism
Juror’s Choice Award $400: Morgan Paine of Naples, Florida for Shaper Base (for MM)
Award of Merit $ 200: Yourden Ricardo of Naples, Florida for Wet Dreams
Award of Merit $ 200: Anita Seltzer of Palm Beach, Florida for Bradley Park – Hidden in Full View
Honorable Mention $100: Kyle Surges of Lockport, Illinois for Jailhouse Rock
Honorable Mention $100: Dan Kirchhefer of Topeka, Kansas for Me as Holbein’s Dead Christ
Honorable Mention $100: Michelle Nunes of Reseda, California for One Nude
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