MartinArts

Friday we gathered to bid farewell to Tori Hill who has been a loyal part of our team for nearly three years, and welcomed Allison Ash Shepard. Fun times at the Black Marlin, a great downtown Stuart restaurant. Here's to the future.

🎨 Calling All Florida Artists! 🎨
MartinArts is now accepting submissions for the 36th Annual All Florida Juried Art Show! 🖼️ Showcase your creativity and be part of one of Florida’s most exciting exhibitions — happening Jan 8 – March 10, 2027 at the Court House Cultural Center in downtown Stuart.
🌟 $1,000+ in awards & prizes
📰 Featured in print + digital promotions
👀 Seen by art lovers from across the region
📅 Deadline to apply: October 1st
👉 Apply here: https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=17541

Have questions? Contact Jennifer at 772-287-6676 (x2) or email [email protected] (Subject: All Florida Juried Show).
📸 Cover image: “Youlia Again” by Richard Kaminskas | 1st Place 2026

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Don’t miss your chance to experience the Marvin S. Cone 40th Annual High School Juried Art Show!

This inspiring exhibition features incredible artwork from talented high school students across the Treasure Coast, showcasing creativity in painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, mixed media, and more.

Stop by the gallery and support the next generation of artists before the exhibit closes on June 20th!

📍 Court House Cultural Center, 80 SE Ocean Blvd., downtown Stuart
Gallery Hours: Tuesday 10AM-6PM and Wednesday-Saturday 10AM-4PM

Marvin S. Cone 40th Annual High School Juried Art Show Spotlight: Congratulations to “Still Life” by Nina Puma from Jensen Beach High School for being selected to receive the award for 'Best in Show' selected by this year’s judges Jodi Gaines and Marcelle Zanetti.

MartinArts congratulates all the students participating in this year's exhibition. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our dedicated volunteers and generous sponsors who contributed to making this year a tremendous success! The exhibition will run until June 20th at the Court House Cultural Center in downtown Stuart. For a complete list of award winners and details on upcoming exhibitions, please visit our website: www.MartinArts.org

🎻 Sunset Concert Series | June 9 at 5:30 PM 🌅

Join us at the Court House Cultural Center for an enchanting evening of music featuring "The Elegant Cello" with acclaimed cellist Ashley Garritson, principal cello of the Miami City Ballet and a member of our own Atlantic Classical Orchestra.

Ashley will be joined by Dr. Marie Jureit-Beamish to perform beloved cello works made famous by Julian Lloyd Webber, offering a captivating musical journey that celebrates the beauty and versatility of the cello.

This special performance will also help build excitement for MartinArts' upcoming Cultural Excursion to London this August! Don't miss this inspiring evening of world-class music, right here in Martin County.

📅 June 9, 2026
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 Court House Cultural Center, 80 SE Ocean Blvd, downtown Stuart
🎟️ Reserve your seats today!

A heartfelt thank you to Hometown News Martin and Ginny Beagan for helping spread the word about the Marvin S. Cone 40th Annual High School Juried Art Show! We appreciate your support of the arts and highlighting the incredible talent of our local students. This longstanding exhibition celebrates the creativity, dedication, and artistic achievements of young artists throughout our community.

Thank you for helping us shine a light on the next generation of artists! 🎨✨ Stop by the Court House Cultural Center before June 20th to view the inspiring works! Gallery hours are Tuesday 10AM-6PM and Wednesday-Saturday 10AM-4PM. Visit MartinArts.org for more details.

🎨 Young artists shine in Stuart!

The Marvin S. Cone Annual High School Juried Art Show is now open at the Courthouse Cultural Gallery. Discover the creative talents of our local students today!




Read more here: https://www.hometownnewstc.com/dining_and_entertainment/local_events/young-artists-to-take-center-stage-in-stuart-show/article_f6ea386e-fc1b-5fba-90a5-5721ba2d27df.html

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Marvin S. Cone 40th Annual High School Juried Art Show Spotlight: Congratulations to the students selected for Purchase Awards! These outstanding works were selected by community leaders, schools, and organizations to become part of permanent collections, celebrating exceptional creativity, artistic vision, and student achievement.

🏆 Purchase Award Recipients:

🎨 Superintendent of Schools, Martin County School District, Purchase Award
• “Indivisible” by Alexia Afong, Jensen Beach High School

🎨 Jensen Beach High School Purchase Award
• “The Swans” by Nina Puma

🎨 Martin County High School Purchase Award
• “Daydreams” by Noelle Bussom
• “Deforestation” by Madison Molinari

🎨 South Fork High School Purchase Award
• “Still Life of Daily Life” by Evelina (Ace) Campi

🎨 Clark Advanced Learning Center Purchase Awards
• “Wendell the Crane” by Kaya Lund & Ava Stark
• “Tigers” by Josh Lund

🎨 The Pine School Purchase Award
• “Bold in the Brush” by Matt Vogel

🎨 Children’s Services Council of Martin County Purchase Award
• “Joy Unfiltered” by Fripp Stringfellow, The Pine School

Congratulations to all of these talented student artists! 👏 Be sure to visit the Court House Cultural Center before June 20 to see these award-winning works and the full exhibition showcasing incredible student creativity from across the Treasure Coast.

So excited about the future! Momentum is growing! 😎
Arts are vital to community, and this project transforms the arts as we experience them today.

The historic Stuart High School campus made the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation's '11 to Save' list for 2026. See link below ⬇️

📸 PROVIDED BY SCOTT HUGHES ARCHITECTS

A heartfelt thank you to the generous sponsors who help make the 40th Annual Marvin S. Cone High School Juried Art Show possible!

Their support celebrates young artists, encourages creativity, and provides meaningful opportunities for students across our community to share their talent and vision. We are grateful for your commitment to the arts, arts education, and this long-standing exhibition that continues to inspire the next generation of artists!

Special thanks to:
💙 Palm City Art & Frame
💙 Publix Super Markets Charities
💙 Tami Karol Insurance
💙 Florida State of the Arts License Plates
💙 Vianne Nichols
💙 Masterpiece Design Build
💙 The Chef’s Table
💙 Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation

Visit the exhibit at the Court House Cultural Center before June 20th to experience the incredible artwork created by talented local high school students. Gallery hours Tuesdays 10AM-6PM and Wednesday-Saturday 10AM-4PM.