S2 Ep5: Sunshine Sisters w/Karen Carmichael: Brandy Stark

Tampa Bay Podcast Archive

As an educator, Brandy Stark has spent a lifetime studying the shifting dynamics of human culture. She teaches about the pride of the ancient world, the marvels of the Middle Ages, and the wildly shifting ways of modern life.
It is her passion for these subjects that inspires her as an artist. This enthusiasm is expressed through wrapped wire metal sculptures which host moments of time, personal energies and emotive states. These works become mediums for dialogue. Her award winning photography is designed to make familiar objects exotic and beautiful. The camera is used to exaggerate the image’s shape, form, light and texture. To keep the soul of the photograph intact, few digital alterations are utilized. Each photograph is printed in an enlarged format to allow the viewer closer access to the subject. Though the subjects seem readily apparent, the true focus is subtle. It can be the refraction of light on the surface of water, the abstracted shapes produced by a reclining animal, or the play of shadow across a unique surface.​​The award winning Metal Myths series evolved from a sculpture class that she took as an undergraduate. These works are designed as a way to attract a new generation of art lovers. The goal is to present elements of fantasy and imagination manifested through modern media to the audience. Additionally, these pieces represent a form of interconnections: each wire is unique on its own but intertwined with the others so it becomes part of the comprehensive whole. Stark has a studio in ArtLofts above the Florida Art Gallery.
Most recent updates via Starkimages @Instagram or email: [e-mail]
Stark also founded and operates Spirits of St. Petersburg, haunted trolley tours for St. Petersburg Museum of History, haunted walking tours and other events both during spooky season/Halloween and all year round. UPCOMING EVENTS 9/28 Largest Ghost Hunt at the Suntan Art Center 10/6 Table Tipping 10/10 Happy Hour with a Historian/Brandy Starks SPMOH. Book at tour. She'll also be at Halloween on Central/Voodoo Village.
SPOOKY ARTS - Brandy exhibiting here:
The Werk: The Curse of the Swamp Witch. Opens Oct. 4 - end of the month. Brandy Stark will have her life sized La Llorona piece in this show!
Spookyzaar: Creative Loft at ArtLofts. 10 5th Street North (second floor of the Florida Craftart building). October 6, 12 - 4:30 PM. Launch your Halloween shopping with a local Halloween themed craft fair at ArtLofts! This is the first annual event and will feature a wide variety of art. It is sponsored by two members of the SPIRITS of St. Petersburg, who will also be on site to answer your paranormal questions. Come and support a new show featuring your favorite spooky creators! There is also a raffle basket with items from all creators. Florida Rat Rescuers Network are the recipients of the donations. This organization works with abandoned, rehomed, or in-need domestic pocket pets throughout the state.
Hauntizaar: New Location: 634 2nd Ave South, St. Petersburg. Free to the public. 10 - 4. Shoppers are welcome to dress in costume and participate in the vibe. It includes fine art, jewelry, seasonal decorations, cards, body care products AND Brandy Stark/SPIRITS of St. Petersburg!
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For more from Karen visit: https://linktr.ee/karen.carmichael