Events

Join us at Sticks and Stones Gallery for "Talks Between the Rocks," a unique series of conversations exploring art, nature, and creativity. Surrounded by stunning live-edge furniture, crystals, fossils, and original artwork, we’ll dive into engaging discussions about: 🎨 The Creative Process – Expressing emotions through painting, drawing, and sculpture 
🌎 Art & the World – How art reflects and responds to current events
 🌿 Nature as Inspiration – Exploring how nature influences both art and science
 🪨 The Stories Within Stones – The formation of rocks, crystals, and fossils and their connection to human creativity This series invites artists, nature lovers, and curious minds to come together, share ideas, and find inspiration in the world around us. First Talk: Introduction to Creativity 🌀 Where does creativity come from? 🌀 Is creativity shaped by society or inspired by nature? Does it spark from interactions with others, our own thoughts, or hidden desires? And how does it manifest as art? Join us at Sticks and Stones Gallery for the first conversation in our Talks Between the Rocks series, featuring artist Christy Noonan. We’ll explore the origins of creativity and how it takes form through painting, sculpture, and other artistic expressions. 
🍷 Refreshments will be served Come share your thoughts, get inspired, and engage in an open discussion about the essence of creativity! This class is free of charge. For questions please call Christy Noonan at 239-649-7279. About Christy Noonan: Born in Lakeland, FL, and raised in Naples, Christy Noonan developed a deep love for the Gulf of Mexico and the Everglades, which continue to inspire her work. With a Fine Arts degree from Luther College, she balanced a career in the travel industry while pursuing her passion for painting. Returning to Naples in 2000, she studied under renowned artists and fully embraced life as a full-time artist. Her work explores the connection between nature, movement, and light, blending art and science into each canvas.