May 08 Friday
Featuring works by such acclaimed modern and contemporary artists as Louise Bourgeois, Chuck Close, David Hockney, Yoko Ono, Kara Walker, Ai Weiwei, and more, this never-before-seen exhibition offers a rare glimpse into private collections held throughout Southwest Florida. From paintings, sculptures, and prints to photographs and video works, Something Borrowed, Something New showcases a diverse range of artworks produced by some of the most prominent artists of our time. Complementing these borrowed selections, this show also features exciting new pieces and creates a dialogue between the works of late 20th-century trailblazers and today’s leading global artists. Together, this curation celebrates our region’s passion for the visual arts with extraordinary artworks never to be exhibited side-by-side again.
Something Borrowed, Something New is organized by Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College of Art and Design and curated by Rangsook Yoon, senior curator at Sarasota Art Museum.
Museum Hours:Monday–Saturday: 10 am–5 pmSunday: 11 am–5 pm
Photo: Cara Romero (Chemehuevi/American, born 1977). TV Indians, 2017. Archival pigment print, 35 × 53 5/8 in. Courtesy of the artist, © Cara Romero. In the collection of The Richard and Ellen Sandor Family.
Maria A. Guzmán Capron explores the complexities of identity through her vibrant figurative textiles in a new solo exhibition. Born in Milan to Peruvian and Colombian parents and later relocating to Texas as a teenager, the California-based artist understands first-hand the challenges of toggling between different cultures and geographies. Capron channels these personal experiences into her artwork, creating layered portraits of exuberant, multi-faceted characters. In Penumbra, meaning almost- or half-shadow, Capron’s other worldly figures exist in a realm of possibility and express the duality within us all. Through her use of hand-dyed, painted, and screen-printed fabrics, Capron asks viewers to consider the way our own identities have been stitched together over time—beautiful, ever-evolving collages of ancestry, culture, and life experiences.
This exhibition is organized by Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College of Art and Design and curated by Lacie Barbour, associate curator of exhibitions at Sarasota Art Museum.
Photo: Maria A. Guzmán Capron. Eros, 2022. Fabric, thread, batting, stuffing, spray paint and acrylic paint, 81 x 87 x 1 1/2 in. Courtesy of the artist and Nazarian / Curcio.
May 09 Saturday
Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.
Imagine Museum proudly participates in Museums for All — simply present your SNAP Benefit card and photo ID to one of our associates upon arrival and enjoy $3.00 admission to the museum. Children ages 6 and under are free.
MAACM Charley Harper Owl Glass Class Tuesday, May 5 and 12, 2026; 10am-1pm Whether you love birds, the night, or Halloween, this adorable owl panel, inspired by the geometric wildlife art of Charley Harper is a perfect introduction to the craft of leaded glass. Registration for this class includes two 3-hr glass sessions, 5/5 and 5/12. Closed-toed shoes are required to participate in class. Class fee: Non-members: $125, Members $110.
MAACM Florida Dolphin Glass ClassFriday, May 8 and 15, 2026; 10 am – 1 pm Floridians and animal lovers alike will appreciate this leaping dolphin leaded glass panel. Registration for this class includes two 3-hr glass sessions. Closed-toed shoes are required to participate in class. Class fee: Non-members: $125, Members $110.
Join us for an artistic journey geared toward young artventurers every Saturday! Led by our friendly associates, children ages 4-11 will be guided through our world-class glass art galleries. They will then have the opportunity to unleash their imagination and express themselves with a fun and engaging craft activity.
Local Artisans will be selling gift-worthy items at the Artsy Indie Markets on Saturdays in November and December. Included are paintings, drawings, jewelry, pottery, yard art, photographs, prints, stickers, magnets, cards, ornaments and more! The markets will be held in the front yard at GCAA ArtWorks gallery at 5546 1st Ave. N.
While you’re there, come inside for the “Gift of Art” show and sale. That’s the members holiday exhibition of small handmade gifts and ornaments.
And there will be a table of gently used art supplies, craft items, books and vintage jewelry for sale.
Support your local artists while doing your Holiday shopping!