Art Council of Southwest Florida
Member Organizations

The Alliance for the Arts is a nonprofit dedicated to nurturing creativity and artistic expression in our community. Offering a range of programs—From art classes, to movie nights, youth camps, free family art labs, live theatre performances, themed monthly night markets, concerts and festivals —there's something for everyone at the Alliance for the Arts. Learn more at artinlee.org.

We are a group of artists dedicated to creative expression using textiles and fibers. We love to exchange our ideas, techniques, and methods. We encourage appreciation for this often overlooked art form through community and regional exhibits.

The Arts of the Inland, AOI, is committed to enriching the lives of the inland communities in SWFL, by providing opportunities for artistic expression, education, and appreciation. Arts of the Inland is located at the LaBelle Gallery and Cultural Center.

A place to explore your artistic side.

A place to learn from exceptional educators.

A place to make new, life-long friends.

A place for fellowship.

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We will inspire your passion for the arts.

The Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs (Arts Bonita) is committed to enriching the lives of the community by providing opportunities for artistic expression, education, and appreciation. Arts Bonita has two campus locations-each dedicated to the visual or performing arts.

The Estero Art League (EAL) is a collaborative organization established in 1997 which promotes the Arts in Estero and the surrounding area. The EAL is a member of the Art Council of Southwest Florida and provides the opportunity for artists to join other members to exercise their own artistic expression and exchange ideas. Classes are provided by members and guest artists, including watercolor, oil, acrylic and palette knife painting. Its members actively work to provide programs in which the Estero community can be involved.

Founded on the beach 75 years ago, the Fort Myers Beach Art Association now has a gallery in Cypress Square in Fort Myers. We offer painting classes, short workshops, an active plein air group, monthly exhibits and three juried shows a year. We're excited about this new chapter, but we're still an arts group run by and for member artists. Open year-round and run by volunteers. Check us out at fortmyersbeachart.com.

Marco Island Center for the Arts inspires artistic expression and advances education and appreciation of the arts. The Art Center honors Marco Island and Southwest Florida’s rich, diverse, and creative heritage through active community engagement in the visual and performing arts.

At our core, we hold the belief that art has the power to positively impact both individuals and communities. Our aim is to provide a platform for a variety of perspectives and voices, with the hope of using our cultural influence to promote inclusive and contemporary ideas, foster meaningful dialogue, and showcase art that reflects the present day. Through these efforts, we strive to contribute to the advancement of a more united and cohesive community.

Have Fun, Come Paint with Us!
Learn, Teach, Have Fun.
We meet for an instructional program once a month in person September-April at
VFW Post 7721 located at 800 Neffs Way Naples FL. Zoom classes May-August.
Every month features a new and exciting lesson using various mediums and methods.
For more information naplesdecorativeartists.org

NFMAA seeks to provide opportunities for all individuals to explore their creative interests whether it is painting, 3d art, or writing. Our community is exploding with new homes and residents. We want to provide creative opportunities for all.

Beginners to Professionals, Visitors to Residents, watercolors, pastels, acrylic, oils, ceramics, sculpture, fiber art, basketry, mixed media, and collage, see what we have to offer and join us for activities and events or, better yet, become a member!