John Clare Stokes has been capturing the world through a lens since the early 1970s. A graduate of Florida Southern College with a BA in Art Education (1979), John has always approached photography and art as a lifelong passion rather than a profession—pursuing it for the pure enjoyment it brings. Based in Lake City, Florida, […]
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Exhibit: 2nd Annual Branford Camera Club Show
Winner’s Circle photos by Dr. Sheri Carder ——- ORIGINAL POST ——– The 2nd annual Branford Camera Club photography show is coming back to the Gallery in August, beginning August 5th. The awards reception will be Friday, August 8th at 5:30 pm. Last year’s show was AH-MAZING and this year is set to be even better […]
A Splash of Underwater Magic in Our Gallery Windows
If you’ve walked past the Gateway Art Gallery lately, you may have noticed a little something new in our windows—and a lot of something spectacular! Our newest display is inspired by the Finding Nemo Jr. set created for last month’s children’s theater production by Practically Perfect Performing Arts. The set was hand-painted by the incredibly […]
3rd Annual Precious Pets Portrait Contest
Our beloved Precious Pets Portrait Contest is back for its 3rd year! And this time we’re teaming up with the Lake City Humane Society to make an even bigger impact! Throughout the month of September, the Gallery will showcase original pet portraits submitted by local artists of all ages. Visitors can vote for their favorite(s) […]
Ebay for a Cause: How Your Donations Help the Arts Shine
We are excited to share a new way you can support the arts in our community—we’ve officially launched an eBay store! Sometimes, the smallest treasures can create the biggest impact. Each necklace, bracelet, or ring donated to the Gallery isn’t just jewelry—it’s fuel for creativity. A single pendant sold online might help buy paints for […]
