Simone Spade's Seahorse Abyss birdhouse - SOLD - as part of a fundraiser benefiting Broward Art Guild's workshops, events and gallery.  Many more artist inspired bird houses are available at the guild, visit their website for more information:  www.browardartguild.org

Simone Spade is pleased to have two of her graphite drawings accepted in the Tri-County Bienniel 2017. The Tri-County show highlights artists from the three counties:  Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. Awards and Reception will be  hosted at the JM Family Enterprises Gallery at ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale on April 22nd, 6-9pm.

Simone Spade's "Lost Treasures", graphite on paper received 2nd Place at Broward Art Guild's Winter Spectacular show in January 2017.

Simone Spade received Judge's Recognition at the "Artful Spirits" show hosted by WITVA (Women in the Visual Arts).  The show and reception were  held at the Armory Art Center in West Palm Beach.   "Glow", is a watercolor on gold gesso from Simone's seahorse series.  

Simone Spade will be a guest artist for the Saturday, May 28th, FATVillage Art Walk, 6-9pm.  Ms. Spade's latest artwork can be seen at Francisco Sheuat and Julio Green's art studio located at:  115 NW 5th St, Fort Lauderdale in the heart of FATVillage.  

Simone Spade will have one of her seahorse paintings available in the Silent Auction at Canine Assisted Therapy Dogs annual Almost Full Moon Party. This annual fundraiser benefits the amazing programs this group provides to our community.  They reach over 300,000 individuals per year in a wide variety of facilities, including libraries, schools, nursing homes and hospitals.  

BEST IN SHOW for 6th-8th Grade by Alaine S.  "Morning Song", soft pastels

FIRST PLACE for 6th-8th Grade, by Kylie G. "Pumpkin Still Life", soft pastels

Studio Spade has recently completed the latest pet portrait commission of Della, a therapy dog with Canine Assisted Therapy Dogs (CATDogs).  Studio Spade donates $50 for each pet portrait.

Congratulations to Nicole S, her Paper Angel received an Honorable Mention Award in the PINK show at Broward Art Guild. Nicole completed this paper cut out with Ms. Victoria from Studio Spade.

The Starving Artist show just celebrated its 15th year at the 6th Floor Gallery in the Downtown Main Library. Hundreds of local artists have participated in this show over the past 15 years.  This past show was no different with over 50 local artists in attendance and 16 awards handed out. Studio Spade was fortunate to receive two of those awards:  6th Place to Simone Spade for her watercolor and 5th Place to Nicole S for her paper cut out.