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Art: Best bets

By MARY ANN MARGER

© St. Petersburg Times, published March 22, 2001


Art critic Mary Ann Marger's recommendations for this weekend. Please refer to the Art Calendar for details.

Abraham Bloemaert and His Time -- Scholarly show of works by a little-known but authentic Old Master. Museum of Fine Arts.

Victorian Narratives -- Open-ended tales from 19th century England are depicted in paint at Tampa Museum of Art. Also James VanDerZee's Harlem photos and Seattle glass.

Arts Center -- Learn how digital art affects current art trends. Also Allison Smith's puns and analyses and a curated student show.

Corot to Picasso -- The special insights of unfinished artworks are the chief reason to see the Smith College Collection at the Ringling Museum, Sarasota.

Dalis at the Dali -- Permanent collection rearranged on dramatically colored walls, plus the story of the Morses and the Dalis.

Upcoming

Mark your calendar for these art events

April 7-8 -- Tarpon Springs Arts and Crafts Festival, Craig Park. (727) 937-6109.

April 21-22 -- Mainsail Arts Festival, St. Petersburg. (727) 892-5885.

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