Catching the Sanfording Spirit at the Sanford Art Walk

Historic Downtown Sanford is whipping up an artistic night on the town this Saturday for Art Walk! Creativity abounds with music in the air, food trucks churning out the smells of dinner and several opening receptions not to be missed! Plan your night with a little inspiration from the events below…

Historic Sanford Welcome Center – Animal Art Show

Historic Downtown Sanford’s Welcome Center is honoring all creatures great and small this May for an animal themed art show! Make the Welcome Center your first stop this Saturday night. Share the love with artists from our community and see their zoomorphic creations. Don’t forget to check out their famed gift shop offering up all things Sanford.

Jeanine Taylor Folk Art – Catching the Wild Spirit Opening Reception

Nationally collected visual artist, Trés Taylor, returns to Jeanine Taylor Folk Art for the opening reception of Catching the Wild Spirit. Taylor will be accompanied by his daughter and fashion designer, Lillis Taylor, who transforms his whimsical designs into stylish apparel and home decor. Stop by the gallery to experience Lillis’ Pop Up Boutique alongside the unveiling of her father’s ethereal paintings on tarpaper.

Gallery on First – Now & Then: Plein Air Pastels by Sharon Muldoon

Gallery on First is featuring the artwork of studio artist, Sharon Muldoon. Stop by the gallery to view her new collection of soft pastel landscapes entitled Now & Then. Shining a light on the everchanging landscape of Central Florida, Sharon captures Florida’s natural beauty before the scourge of urban sprawl and deforestation. Stop by to view her beautiful snapshots and meet her 12 other studio mates.

Maya Books & Music – 20% Off Art, Architecture, and Photography Books

Maya Books and Music gives us something to smile about with the art deal of the month: 20% off all art, architecture, and photography books! Brush up on your favorite Renaissance masters or delve deeper into Bauhaus architecture with the help of your friendly neighborhood bookstore.

Sanford Food Truck Fiesta

Don’t forget to take a stroll around the corner to check out over 15 different food trucks parked on Palmetto Ave in between 1st and 2nd Street! This mobile food court brings a heavy dose of gourmet and big-time variety. Choose from tacos, soul food, bao and more!

Jeanine Taylor

Jeanine Taylor is owner/director of Jeanine Taylor Folk Art specializing in contemporary southern folk art for over 21 years. A native of Miami, she originally opened her gallery in Winter Park and moved to Historic Downtown Sanford in 2004.