Build it and They Will Come

It takes a little elbow grease to make a Halloween art show spectacular! That's what we're up to behind the scenes these days, as we prepare our spooky setting for the Spirits on First Halloween art show.

A good backdrop includes sufficient lattice panels to drape glowing lights from and hang the moss (the de-bugged kind of course). And what Halloween arty party would be complete without spiderwebs?

Jeanine and Robin are having so much fun creating the "skeleton" that will serve as a backdrop for our visiting artists. We're counting down the days until October 10.

Tick Tock Tick Tock

Tick tock, the clock is ticking away and we're getting closer to our October 10 Spirits on First event.

Kansas artist Jamie Moore is busy preparing an array of polymer clay and paper clay items sure to amuse you. Her attention to detail is just amazing. You can tell this woman LOVES Halloween!

This is one of her clever handmade creations. It's a fully functioning clock, complete with a graveyard scene that lights up! Thanks to her handy husband, when you tilt one of the tombstones back, it turns the LED light on for a spooky glow.

You can keep up with Jamie's progress at her blog, http://creepycreations.blogspot.com/

If you're a fan of Halloween art, this show is not to be missed. Tell your friends and bring them along (only $5 admission). If you can't make it in person, visit us online at http://www.jtfolkart.com/currentshow.cfm

Event details: Saturday, October 10

10:00am - 4:00pm $5 entry

Dr. Frankenstein

Once we had our idea hatched for a Halloween art show, we knew it would take a special group of artists to make our debut a success. We didn't have to look far to find one of our favorite folk artists, Melissa Menzer. Check out more of Melissa's work on our website at http://jtfolkart.com/

Her Dr. Frankenstein sculpture pictured here is so typical of her unique style. Melissa uses bits and pieces of salvaged treasures to create her "antique assemblages."

For the October 10 debut of Spirits on First, Melissa will have a host of new Halloween art to share. More photos to come!

W is for Witch

Fear not, little tricksters, this Halloween show is sure to be a hit! We can't wait for folks to show up on Saturday, October 10 for Spirits on First in Historic Downtown Sanford, FL.

We have carefully selected a handful of talented artists to bring you the best in Halloween collectibles and unique treasures.

Jorge de Rojas, who works in paper mache with vintage trims and baubles, is a die hard Halloweenie just like us. For the last two years, Jorge has joined us in the gallery during October for a trunk show with his latest creations. The first year was a sell out!

Jorge is a stickler for details and you will marvel at the handiwork of his stand up sculptures and hanging rattles. We can't wait to watch him unpack this year's cast of characters - witches, ghouls, skeletons, cats, and pumpkins galore! Oh my!