Gallery openings
Studio@620 "Wake Up Different in the Terrible Mirror of the Sky," new works by Carol Dameron. Dameron paints with a beautiful, Old World richness, using oil on wood, that recalls earlier centuries and masters. But the narrative is thoroughly contemporary, asking the viewer to interpret its symbolism in personal ways. See the collection, including the painting shown at right, at Studio@620, 620 First Ave. S, St. Petersburg, Fri. (5/12) through June 10. Hours are noon to 4 p.m. Tue.-Sat. An opening reception Friday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. is free to the public.
Kotler Art Gallery Watercolors by Sue Hess, opens Thurs. (5/11). Reception with the artist, 5:30-7 p.m. Thurs. In the John F. Germany Library, 900 N Ashley Drive, Tampa. Hours: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri., 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat., 10-6 p.m. Sun.
Scarfone/Hartley Galleries at Bailey Art Studios "High School Arts 2006, " juried show of works by Hillsborough County high school students, opens Fri. (5/12). Reception, 7-9 p.m. Fri. 310 N Boulevard, University of Tampa downtown campus. Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tue.-Fri.; 1-4 p.m. Sat.
Events
Second Saturday Sidewalk Art Sale Sat. (5/13). Outdoor show and sale of works by Dunedin Fine Art Center members, faculty and students, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin. Free. (727) 298-3322.
Downtown Art Walk Sat. (5/13) St. Petersburg Downtown Arts Association gallery walk, with participating galleries offering extended hours. 5:30- 9 p.m. (727) 821-6767; www.stpetearts.com.
