Art Events and Art Classes in St. Augustine
April’s “Artist of the Month” Olivia Gonzalez
New Exhibition
“The Provocative Language of Fruits & Flowers”
April 2 – 30th 2026
In this exhibit, Olivia’s artwork explores tropical fruits, flowers and lush foliage playfully sculpted with heavy bodied acrylic paint and palette knives. A multisensory exploration of color, movement, sensuality and balance, experienced through sight, touch and thought.
The exhibit will run through April 30th
All Are Welcome!
Art Walk Fundraiser for Betty Griffin Center
Fri. May 1, 2026
Art with a Heart 
Art Collective Gallery • 51 Cordova St., St. Augustine
Friday, May 1st | 5–9 PM (during First Friday Art Walk)
Join us for our First Friday “Art with a Heart” Fundraiser! Our talented Local Artists have created one-of-a-kind artwork to raise funds for Betty Griffin Center. Betty Griffin Center provides a multitude of services, hope and healing for victims of domestic and sexual assault in St. Johns County.
Featured Artwork: Miniature 5×5 Paintings + Heart, Flower & Butterfly ornament/canvases ~ Specially priced at just $20 and $40
PLUS – Special Auction Items including Pottery Made by Jeannie Blaylock from First Coast News
100% of proceeds benefit Betty Griffin Center
Don’t miss this chance to collect unique art, support a meaningful cause, and enjoy the vibrant Art Walk atmosphere. The Special Betty Griffin Artwork will be available during Art Walk and throughout May—while they last!
First Friday Art Walk
Fri. May 1, 2026
Lite Bites & Drinks Specials & Giveaways All New Art + Artists Meet & Greets Betty Griffin Art Fundraiser
May’s Artist of the Month will be Jessica C. Smith
Art Collective Showcases 27+ Local Artists and their amazing talents in a variety of mediums and genres – Painters, Potters, Jewelers and Fine Art Photographers
Art Walk People’s Choice Awards
Come Vote for Your Favorite Artwork from Our Artists’ New Work in our “Art Walk Peoples’ Choice Award” Voting is open to all visitors during First Friday’s festivities.
All Are Welcome!
Flagler Emerging Artist Program at Art Collective
A New Exhibit by Flagler BFA Student
Laurel Koschal and Emily Lacour
This Exhibit Runs through the End of May
“Emerging Visions: The Next Generation of Artist” featuring the innovative work of rising talents from Flagler College. This ongoing, rotating exhibition launched in March, providing a platform for local art students to share their unique artistic voices with the broader community while showcasing their work alongside local, established artists. Art Students’ Exhibits will change bi-monthly.
Upcoming Classes at Art Collective
“Spectacular Sunsets” Building High-Impact Paintings
Art / Oil and Acrylic Painting Workshop
Tues. April 28th 9am – 5pm
Taught by Award-Winning Artist Dara Dodson, whose artwork is known for “capturing the light”
In this one-day workshop, you will do a guided painting of a beautiful Florida marsh scene. Emphasis will be on understanding sunset colors and how to capture the warmth and beauty of their reflections on clouds, land and water. Learn what materials and techniques are particularly useful in creating beautiful sunset paintings.
• Students May Work in Oil OR Acrylic Paints
• This Full Day Class will be held from:
o 9 am – 5pm with a ½ hr lunch break and 2/10-15 min breaks during the day.
• Max of 15 students – All Skill Levels Welcome – 18 & older please
• Class Fee is $110
• Art Supply List Will Be Emailed After Sign Up