{"id":117293,"date":"2026-01-14T03:28:07","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T03:28:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/117293\/"},"modified":"2026-01-14T03:28:07","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T03:28:07","slug":"fort-myers-beach-art-association-announces-soaring-juried-exhibition-fort-myers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/117293\/","title":{"rendered":"Fort Myers Beach Art Association announces \u201cSoaring\u201d juried exhibition &#8211; FORT MYERS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&#13;<br \/>\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortmyersbeachtalk.com\/life\/arts-entertainment\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">&#13;<br \/>\n                                &#13;<br \/>\n                    \/Arts &amp; Entertainment                                                        &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n            <\/a>&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n            &#13;<br \/>\n                        &#13;<br \/>\n                    &#13;<br \/>\n            &#13;<\/p>\n<p>                        &#13;<br \/>\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/A-Highness-of-Royal-Terns-Suzan-Lanz-1-298x300.png\"  alt=\"article image - \"\/>&#13;<\/p>\n<p>                &#13;<br \/>\n                    &#13;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;A highness of royal terns&#8221; by Susan Lanz will be featured at the Fort Myers Beach Art Association&#8217;s February show. <\/p>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n            &#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<\/p>\n<p>The Fort Myers Beach Art Association (FMBAA) is proud to announce \u201cSoaring,\u201d a dynamic juried exhibition showcasing exceptional works by both professional and emerging artists. The exhibition will be on view February 2-27 at the Fort Myers Beach Art Association Gallery.<\/p>\n<p>Soaring invites artists and viewers alike to explore themes of elevation and aspiration, expressed literally through depictions of flight or symbolically through creative perspectives. This year\u2019s dual-category format allows seasoned professionals and rising talents to present their work side by side, offering a vibrant cross-section of local artistic expression.<\/p>\n<p>The Awards Reception takes place on Wednesday, February 4 at 6 p.m., then a gallery talk will happen on Sunday, February 8, from 3-5 p.m., where juror Jan Atkielsi\u2019s commentary will highlight the afternoon. The event is free and open to the public.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re excited to bring the community a show that reflects the optimism and resilience embodied in the theme \u2018Soaring,&#8217;\u201d said Fort Myers Beach Art Association member Susi Wingenroth. \u201cBy including categories for both Professional and Emerging Artists, we\u2019re celebrating the full spectrum of creativity that enriches our region.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Event Details<\/p>\n<p>Exhibition: Soaring \u2013 Juried Show<\/p>\n<p>Dates: February 2-27<\/p>\n<p>Location: Fort Myers Beach Art Association Gallery, 13451 McGregor Blvd, Unit #1, Fort Myers, FL  33919<\/p>\n<p>Awards Reception: February 4, 6 PM Gallery Talk: February 8, 3-5 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>Hours: Mon \u2013 Wed 10 a.m. \u2013 3 p.m., Thur \u2013 Sat 12 noon \u2013 6 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>Admission: Free and open to the public<\/p>\n<p>For more information about the exhibition, membership, or upcoming events, please see the Fort Myers Beach Art Association website at www.fortmyersbeachart.com<\/p>\n<p>About the Fort Myers Beach Art Association<\/p>\n<p>The Fort Myers Beach Art Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the arts through exhibitions, education, and community outreach. 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