Please join us for March’s Open Studio event on Saturday, March 15th from 6-9pm. This is your chance to meet our most diverse pairing - Parrish Monk & Solrun Bjork in Studio 7. Their new collections, “Divergence III” will be on display as an ode to creative freedom.

1 community | 18 porches | 70+ bands | 1 cause

Preview over a dozen music-themed art pieces for Sanford Porchfest’s 2025 Silent Auction. All proceeds support programs at Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, Central Florida Community Arts, and Seminole State College.

Each year, the Gallery on First artists create and donate pieces for this incredible fundraiser.

Join us for February’s Open Studio event on Saturday, February 15th from 6-9pm. This is your chance to meet two of our watercolor experts in Studio 1 - Cindy Sturla and Stewart Jones. Their new collections, “Capturing the Light” will be on display.

Join us for an exciting and inspiring Open Studio event on Saturday, January 18th from 6-9pm. This is your chance to step inside the creative space of Kevin & Debe Abbott in Studio 8 to experience the process behind their "New Works" collection.

Join us for December's Open Studio Night at Gallery on First in Downtown Sanford. This month we're featuring Kim Brown & Charlie Ramos in Studio 3 with their with captivating theme, "Alchemy of Color."

Visit Historic Downtown Sanford on Saturday, November 30th for the town’s annual Small Business Saturday shopping event. Local restaurants and bars will provide special rebates with proof of purchase from one of the many independent retailers.

I’ll have 10 Surprise Me Bags available on Small Business Saturday. Each one is a bundle of joy at the deepest discount. Surprise Me Bags are full of wonder, delight, and the best deal ever.

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Get ready to celebrate at November’s Open Studio Night: our Holiday Extravaganza! Join us for an evening filled with festive cheer, delicious light bites, and delightful wine. Enjoy live music by Megan Katarina while you explore our latest holiday creations and unique gifts. Let’s kick off the holiday season together in style—don’t miss the fun!

Dive into a world of mystery and mischief asartists Kimberly Turner and Jennifer Payne showcase their curious and eclectic creations. Groove to the enchanting tunes by talentedmusician, Eric Washington, while feasting on light bites and devilish drinks. Get ready for a night of October birthday celebrations and Halloween thrills on Saturday, October 19, from 6-9pm. Don't miss out on this wickedly fun event!

As a surprise bonus/hurricane reschedule, Jeanine Taylor’s Florida Gothic opening reception will be the same evening. Each artist will shine a spotlight on what lurks beneath the surface of tannin waters found in their home state and provide a visual key of Florida Gothic archetypes. Welcome to the dark side of the sunshine state.

Bask in the coziest of fall vibes and #ShopLocal during the 3rd Annual Hotchkiss Block Fall Open House! Jeanine Taylor Folk Art, Magpies Modern General, and Gallery on First have teamed up again to bring Downtown Sanford this festive event to kick off the autumn season.

Guests will enjoy complimentary seasonal refreshments, a pumpkin themed pop-up art show, special shopping offers, and a chance to win the Hotchkiss Block Raffle Gift Basket!

Gallery on First
211 East First Street
Sanford, Fl 32771