The Grant That Changed the Florida Field Guide

The Grant That Changed the Florida Field Guide

The Grant That Changed the Florida Field GuideAlice Absolutely
Published on: 01/10/2026

An Arts and Culture Impact grant pushed the Florida Field Guide out of my studio and into the world, building the relationships, confidence, and momentum that helped turn one project into a much larger conservation practice.

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Fine Art at Magnolia 2026

Fine Art at Magnolia 2026

Fine Art at Magnolia 2026Alice Absolutely
Published on: 23/08/2026

Fine Art at Magnolia marked a weekend of art, connection, and unexpected abundance, from launching the Florida Field Guide Society to reconnecting with old friends and meeting new collaborators.

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The Front Yard Art Gallery

The Front Yard Art Gallery

The Front Yard Art GalleryAlice Absolutely
Published on: 30/05/2026

When storms canceled a planned tour stop, the Florida Field Guide mobile gallery moved to my front yard instead, turning frustration into a rainy Lake Hamilton open house fueled by neighbors, stubbornness, and a very Polk County kind of ingenuity.

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Solivita Art Guild

Solivita Art Guild

Solivita Art GuildAlice Absolutely
Published on: 11/05/2026

A paint-carving demonstration at Solivita Art Guild became a reminder of how one enthusiastic supporter can open doors, build connections, and help an artist’s work reach an entirely new audience.

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