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9-11 Memorial



 

How the rest of
the world sees
Key West

Take it easy in Hemingway's Key West
Earthtimes, UK - Jan 7
Is it 4 pm or maybe already 5? Nobody cares much as details like that are unimportant on the island of Key West on the southernmost tip of America.

Just Possibly the Best Place for Doing Nothing
New York Times  Dec 28
It’s tempting to think of the Lower Keys, a roughly 36-mile stretch of Florida islands between Marathon and
Key West, as something of a lonesome no-man’s land.

Diving Santa raises money for children's shelter in Florida Keys
MiamiHerald.com, FL - Dec 21, 2007
Jason Schwenke is donning the Santa suit while going underwater in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.



A blast from our past

OVERSEA RAILROAD WILL OPEN MONDAY
New York Time
Jan 21, 1912

Key West is rapidly filling up with visitors for the opening of the "oversea" railroad on Monday.
Every steamer is bringing its quota of passengers. There is much activity all over the city, and
decorators are busy embellishing the buildings.
















 



 

 

 

 


 




 


 

 


 


 

 

Key West Art and Crafts Directory


 


Here are some links to websites of people I work with check them out. These will open in a New Window just close it to get back. Have an Art And Craft Website  Service in Key West and you want to be here e-mail me question (at) clydeskeywest.com  put Key West in the Subject Line.


 

Southern Shell
http://www.southernshells.com/
727-688-3999
These are made from Cowrie seashells; home of the sea snail. The smaller snail is eaten in the French dish called escargot. The letters are the top layer of the shell, the rest is carved away. All the purple and white colors are the natural colors underneath the top layer.

Monica Geers Dahl
http://www.keywesthypnosis.com/
305-296-9945
Monica has been exploring hypnosis and mind power techniques personally since 1970, and has been working professionally in the field of hypnosis since 1985 when she founded Experience Hypnosis, a private practice in hypnosis. 

Electric Island Design Works
http://www.e-isle.com/
Offers a complete line of services to facilitate your presence on the World Wide Web. We do web development from a single web page design to a secure commerce web site which integrates seamlessly with your existing business.

Michael and Sabrina Liguori
http://glassman2000.com/
305-292-1245
Specializing in nautical gifts of hand blown glass, created and designed by renowned artists Michael and Sabrina Liguori. Each piece of art is consistent with the picture shown. However, all products are hand made and may vary slightly. We use only the highest quality Pyrex glass, then each piece is accented with 22kt gold, fired to the glass. By Visiting our gallery of individually hand created items you are sure to find something different and exciting. We also custom make any combination of the merchandise shown.

Isaias Mendoza
http://mendozagallery.com/
Isaias Mendoza lives and works in the island city of Key West in South Florida. When he began sculpting various creatures including wading birds, pelicans, fish, and dolphins from driftwood, he received immediate acclaim. Utilizing the talent inherited from his Mayan ancestors and his natural facility with wood, he makes special figures which live in or near the seas surrounding Florida. Isaias coaxes grace from the ocean driftwood in a distinctive way which celebrates the natural environment and majestic, indigenous marine life of Florida.

Darek Lyzlinski
http://www.tropicalislandornaments.com/
305-304-4412
Hand painted glass Christmas Ornaments by Artist Darek Lyzlinski. These Christmas tree decorations have been inspired by the tropical landscapes of Key West, Florida. Each tree ornament is decorated with a unique tropical scene reminiscent of Christmas in Key West.

Key West Wire Jewelry
http://www.keywestwirejewelry.com/
305-293-7971
Welcome to the web site of Key West artist Len Kelley- creator of unique wire wrap jewelry. Kelley's work can be seen at the famous Sunset Celebration in Key West, Florida or you can buy Kelley's jewelry here from this site.

JewelryAnn.Com
http://www.jewelryann.com/
305-296-3511
Welcome to gemstone jewelry site of Ann Summers. Here you will find hand hand crafted  jewelry constructed of semiprecious stones such as hematite, cats eye, fiber optic, fresh water pearls and sterling silver beads and findings. Each piece is meticulously assembled and displayed into a unique design.

Island Designs by Barb
http://www.islanddesignsbybarb.com
305-294-4156
A short message from Barb: I have been away for an extended period of time and am trying my best to get caught up. I have hopefully fixed the web site so that the pages are easier to see. If not, let me know. I also have learned some new skills, purchased lot's of new beads and things. Now I will get down to work and see if Ican come up with some new and different designs to tempt you with. Island Designs by Barb specializes in custom handmade beaded jewelry just for you.

Dennis Blankenheim and Fran Doll
http://www.bronzejewelers.com/
305-294-2267
Artists Dennis Blankenheim and Fran Doll offer elegant and comfortable handmade combs, barrettes, snoods and hair pics. These functional hairpieces are crafted out of a variety of metals including bronze, copper and nickel silver. All barrette backs are attached to the barrette so that you can't lose it. They can be adjusted by flexing the back to curve in for tightness or out for more room.

Anita Whitney
http://www.thesilvergrouper.com/
305-393-1196
Anita Whitney is an talented artist working with diverse mediums. She specializes in gold, silver and platinum jewelry, acrylic paintings and carved lucite sculpture. Her winter studio is in the Florida Keys where she exhibits at the famous Sunset Celebration and other local art shows.

Jimmy's Gems
http://www.jimmysgems.com/
305-304-9015
All my pendants are created by cutting, arranging and fusing several layers of dichroic and other colored glass. These are fused in layers to form a three dimensional look. The glass is fired in a kiln up to 1450 degrees (sometimes) several times.

Michel Delgado
http://www.tamaa.com/
305-923-7673
Michel is a resident artist at Sunset Celebration, a nightly arts festival in Key West, Florida. He also commutes to Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Michel's finished art pieces can be ordered and purchased directly from the artist through this web site.

Sharona of Key West
http://www.sharonaofkeywest.com
Sharona Setlock P.O. Box 4892 Key West, FL 33041
Sharona Setlock is a Key West tee shirt artist specializing in tropical designs. The works shown here represent the colorful natural world of the tropical Florida Keys. Sharona's art designs are always nature inspired and guaranteed to make you smile.

Claudia Richards and Kai Zimpel
http://www.keystees.com/
305-745-8968
Claudia Richards hand dyes her clothing and hand paints each garment individually. She works out of her tropical back yard on a little lane in Key West. Kai Zimpel was born in Krefeld, Germany and studied graphic design at the FH Augsburg in Bavaria. Since then he has relocated to Key West, Florida, USA and he is now a resident artist at Sunset Celebration, Florida's premier arts festival and attraction.

Gatoville Gallery
http://www.gatovillekeywest.com/
305-292-5400
Gatoville Gallery is located in the always sunny Key West, Florida. Here you can find wide variety of unique and one of a kind products designed and crafted by local artists including hand painted shirts and dresses, the famous and hand printed "Key West Alley Cat" shirt, bags, jewelry, etchings, photos, mugs, original paintings and prints of Key West artists.

Key West Sunsets Isaac Valdes
http://www.keywestsunsets.com/
I am also available to photograph Weddings, Parties, Portfolios, or any special event.


Chartworks Art 
http://www.chartworksart.com/
305-453-9101
Keys Images 103200 Overseas Hwy, #4, Key Largo, FL 33037
Her drawing style is entirely self-taught yet today she credits her own success and notoriety to the ongoing support, enthusiasm and encouragement of her close-knit and creative family.

Clara Taylor
http://www.clarataylor.com/
305-294-3477
Clara Taylor is an accomplished scuba diver and underwater photographer. She will perform your wedding ceremony underwater and photograph the event for you. You can view some samples of her work.

David and Susanne Van Hulst
http://www.vanhulstart.com/
305-296-8373
Welcome to the Van Hulst Art Gallery where you will find offerings of original paintings, photographs and giclee prints by internationally known artists, David and Susanne Van Hulst. Currently, what you will see is a collection of images from the tropical and historic Key West, Florida where the artists live.

Greg Gutsche- Wooden Hand Carved Snowflakes
http://www.woodsnowflake.com/
Unique designs made from the finest cherry, maple, koa, walnut, and purpleheart, expensive and extremely rare holly. Each is made of the highest quality wood obtainable, cut sharp and clean to a clear finish.

Katja
http://www.artbykatja.com/
305-923-1538
Key West artist Katja is a resident artist at the world famous Sunset Celebration. She draws caricatures on site and also specializes in water color paintings. Her work is available nightly at sunset or can be purchased on this web site.

Antonio Rodriguez
http://www.antoniosart.com/
Welcome to the art of Key West Artist Antonio Rodriguez. Here is my virtual tropical art gallery featuring water color paintings and prints of island scenes from the Florida Keys. My original art consists of themes seen every day in Key West Florida such as boats, chickens, roosters, sunsets and you can buy my work in the form of water color paintings, paper prints or canvas prints.

Janis Jo Stevens
http://www.artbyjanis.com/
305-294-3099
PORTRAITS: Janis Jo Stevens is an experienced portrait painter. She paints portraits from life or photos in oil paint, pastel or charcoal. Portraits can also be sculpted in clay. Portraits may be commissioned of children, families, pets (including cat portraits, horse portraits, dog portraits, as well as other animal portraits including birds and wildlife paintings). 

Laura Black
http://www.kwflaart.com/shop/
Paintings, Prints and Giclees on Canvas of Historic Buildings Landmarks, Trees and Birds of Key West.

Key West Sea Soap
http://keywestseasoap.com/
Handmade natural soap and the best range of natural/organic handmade bath and beauty products. We specialize in totally natural products that help heal and protect from environmental stresses. Original Natural Handmade Sea-Soap And Lotion.