FINE ART GALLERY
OPEN
Wednesday - Saturday
11am - 5pm
Jean Hutchison Smith P H O T O G R A P H Y Last Day to View Saturday, March 14, 2026
Tidal Creek - 2024 - 18 X 24 - $375 - 720 nanometer Infrared Photography©
Meet the artists, Jean Hutchison Smith this Thursday, 5-7pm
ARTIST'S STATEMENT
I challenge my viewers to see the beauty in everyday scenes. Beauty can be found within many things that we pass every day and do not notice. My use of mostly Black & White images, or subtle color images, is in the hope of setting a mood and inviting people to take time out from our busy lives to look at what is really there, as opposed to passively looking at "pretty pictures." I challenge myself to see patterns within the light, whether abstract, color, infrared, or whimsical.
In the past, we have lived in harmony with our natural world, connecting with people and places. However, at this time, while we are more connected through technology, we are also becoming more isolated from each other and from our natural world. Ironically, this is occurring at the same time that our natural world is under threat and rapidly changing. We are all witnessing and recording significant changes to our landscape, even if we are not aware that we are doing so.
Photography is about stopping time, literally drawing with the light that exists at that moment and preserving the scene, allowing others to view and contemplate.
In the past, we have lived in harmony with our natural world, connecting with people and places. However, at this time, while we are more connected through technology, we are also becoming more isolated from each other and from our natural world. Ironically, this is occurring at the same time that our natural world is under threat and rapidly changing. We are all witnessing and recording significant changes to our landscape, even if we are not aware that we are doing so.
Photography is about stopping time, literally drawing with the light that exists at that moment and preserving the scene, allowing others to view and contemplate.
GOA Photography Exhibition is held once a year to showcase the 850 Area photographers. The competition is juried and judged. The Best of Show winner receives a solo show the following year.
All works are for sale. We would like to thank the Mike Ross Family for supporting GOA.
EXHIBITION has been extended to: MARCH 14, 2026
I became interested in photography at an early age and studied film photography in the early 1980s. While I eventually wound up working in graphic arts, publishing, printing, and web design, I never lost the desire to create images through the medium of photography.
Today's new photographers often start out with digital and color, often overlooking the power of Black & White. I feel that shooting in Black & White helps a photographer learn to "see" the light. Also, when shooting film, you have a predetermined number of exposures. Each shot must be carefully thought out. I look through the viewfinder to decide what I want to show, and what I want to crop. Then I print the full image with no cropping. Jean Hutchison Smith
Today's new photographers often start out with digital and color, often overlooking the power of Black & White. I feel that shooting in Black & White helps a photographer learn to "see" the light. Also, when shooting film, you have a predetermined number of exposures. Each shot must be carefully thought out. I look through the viewfinder to decide what I want to show, and what I want to crop. Then I print the full image with no cropping. Jean Hutchison Smith
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It's Wild when the community comes together! N O W S H O W I N G
January 29th - March 21, 2026
ON SHOW NOW
Jeri Carter began painting at the age of eight years old after Santa left an easel under the tree. She began painting as a child and took it quite seriously throughout her life. The collectors and admirers of her work are thrilled to be able to see never before seen pieces on show now at the GoA. While you gaze at the work of Jeri Carter, you will feel the humidity in the air, the smell of moss, the freshness of early winter when the japonica are in bloom. Jeri Carter is an artist of the south. From the salty north Florida coastline to the hills and tall pines in Alabama, she captures the light. Jeri Carter is a treasure.
Jeri Carter's work will be on exhibit and for sale at the Gallery of Art 850 in Panama City, Florida January 22 until March 7, 2026
COMING SOON
Scott Rashid, Watercolorist / Bay County Audubon Society opening reception, March 26, 5-7pm public is invited to attend
PUBLIC IS INVITED
Colorado Artist, Researcher, Bird Rehabilitator, Author, and Director of the nonprofit the Colorado Avian Research and Rehabilitation Institute (CARRI), Scott Rashid will have a solo exhibit at the Gallery of Art 850 in March. Scott has been painting, illustrating and writing about birds since 1989. He has been passionate about birds ever since he was a young boy living in Wisconsin. When in college he created is unique, one-of-a-kind, painting style that combines Cubism and Realism. Like Pablo Picasso and the other cubistic painters, Scott wanted to show multiple views of his subjects in each painting. Like the realists, he wanted his subjects to be identifiable and realistic. He combines these two styles to depict birds in a way that is unique in the art world. Painting in transparent watercolor, he portrays a single species three times in every painting.
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Documentary Film by Hal Jacobs Johnny Mize STALKING THE BIG CAT OF GEORGIA Friday, March 27, 7:00PM
Friday, March 27, Movie Starts at 7PM$10 at the doorThis isn’t just a screening. It’s a shared night - watching something meaningful together, talkingabout it, and leaving a little more connected than we arrived. Stay after for a Q&A with Director, Hal JacobsSo come help us christen The Dock - a new screening series in Historic Downtown PanamaCity where documentaries land, linger, and spark conversation. A PC Downtown Renaissance flagship program.
March We bring you Americana Letterpress Music Posters
AMERICANA POSTER ART
The Gallery of Art brings a collection of Posters by Hatch Show Print and Yee Haw. These are lino-cut and letterpress printed posters, mainly country music icons, they are a must see. Conway Twitty with a Kung-Fu grip is alone worth the visit.
Many were mounted by Underglass Framery owner and craftsman, Gary Schierberg. All art is for sale.
This summer see: The Polaroid Show, Rufus Stansell, artist
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THE POLAROID SHOW
Bear wrestler, TV repairman, cowboy, wanderer, veteran, fix-it man, joker, friend, puzzle maker, and opossum seller.
Polaroids of Rufus Stansell from the 1980's. and 90's. A visual story of an interesting human.
Exhibit is May 7 through June 20, 2026
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Call to Artists: THE COLOR BLUE
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Call to 850 Artists: The Color Blue All mediums accepted. Sculpture, paintings, digital, photography, mixed media. All works must be 75 to 100% blue. One piece per artist. No violent imagery is accepted. Must live in the 850 area code. Intake is April 24 and 25 - 11am to 5pm. The Opening Reception is from 5-7pm April 30, 2026. The show ends on June 27. Please read the criteria!
Last year we had such success with The Color Red, we thought we'd bring you another color challenge. Art entry fee is $26.00 for this true blue show!
INTAKE
April 24th and 25th, from 11am to 5pm
Drop off is April 24th and 25th, from 11am to 5pm.
The entry fee is $26. We will have a form for you to fill out, with the title of your work, the medium you used and the price you wish to sell it.
The Opening Reception for The Color Blue
5-7pm Thursday April 30, 2026
The exhibition will close on June 27, 2026.
Your art should be picked up on June 27 by 5pm. If your artwork is not picked up in one month, by July 27, 2026, it will be donated to a local charity.
CRITERIA; the Color Blue
Artwork must be original, done by you. Signed by you. All mediums accepted. Sculpture, paintings, digital, photography, and mixed media.
- Size cannot exceed 24" wide X 38"height
- For canvas without frames, the sides of must be painted.
- Artwork must be for sale. The gallery retains 25% of all sales.
- No violence depicted will be accepted.
- One piece per artist.
- All works must be 75 to 100% blue.
- Must live in the 850 area code.
- Must have "D" rings to hang in the gallery and place them 3” from top edge if possible. See below:
D-Rings must be attached to all artwork for the wiring system on our walls.
More at GOA
Mike Levine, "Miami Spice"
MIKE LEVINE on PIANO
JOE MURPHY on BASS
STEVE POWERS on GUITAR
WENDELL RAULERSON on DRUMS
We take cash, check, Venmo and credit cards at the door the night of the event. There are no reserved tickets. We have adult beverages and snacks available.
There is no smoking or vaping allowed. No outside food or beverage can be brought inside. Do not bring pets, same for children. The Gallery of Art is a fine art gallery during the day and a listening space for live music.
$10. at the door
Friday, March 13 | 7:00-9:00pm
Third Friday Jazz
Friday, March 20th from 7pm to 9pm, $10. at the doorA Jazz Trio of:🟩 Jill Wofsey flute / piano / bass🟩 Gary Wofsey / trombone🟩 Allen Beeson trumpet / flugelhornThe Gallery is a listening room experience. We take cash, check, Venmo and credit cards at the door the night of the event. There are no reserved tickets.With all events, there is no smoking or vaping allowed. No outside food or beverage. Adult beverages and snacks are available. Do not bring pets, same for children.
$10. at the door
Friday, March 20 | 7:00-9:00pm
March 21 Celtic Dulcimer Music
Gather round as we join a relaxing fun afternoon in the Gallery of Art for a concert from the 11th Street Dulcimers. The group will play Mountain Dulcimers and other instruments. We will have lyrics so you can Sing A Long
! ☘️ Wear green! ☘️
Free Concert, 11th Street Dulcimers
Saturday, March 21 | 1:00pm
May 2 artWalkPC
Artists behold come together and make downtown peeps get know you! Each year, twice a year in the spring always before Mother's Day and in the fall before winter holidays - artists and art galleries come together for a free event of ArtWalk.
If you are interested in being involved with ArtWalk, either as an artist or as a downtown business - let us know by going on the ArtWalkPC website here:
https://artwalkpc.com/
FREE EVENT
Saturday, May 2 | 12:00-5:00pm
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May 22 Musician: Matt Law
Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Front Man, Side Man, Master Luthier, British Motorcycle Owner, United States Veteran. Matt Law will be performing blues at the Gallery of Art on Friday, May 22nd from 7-9pm. This evening will be a special one and this is Matt Law's first performance at the Gallery of Art.
$10. at the door
Friday, May 22 | 7:00-9:00pm
Listening Room Music, Film & Special Events
Opening Art Reception
The Steve Wiggins Band
Third Friday Jazz Concert
The Chris Mondak Jazz Band from Nashville
11th Street Dulcimers
Special Events
Welcome to Gallery of Art 850,
Mark White & Kim Griffin White to
carry on, and build on the cultural mission
of the Mary Ola Reynolds Miller Family.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Cash, check, Venmo & credit cards at the door the night of the event.
- This is a fine art gallery providing a space to listen to music.
- No reserved tickets.
- With all events, there is no smoking or vaping allowed.
- No outside food or beverages.
- No coolers and such.
- Do not bring pets, same for children.
- Most shows are 7pm to 9pm unless otherwise noted.
- The Gift Shop is open before, after and during intermission.
- We have been told the acoustics are wonderful.
Mary Ola Reynolds Miller
Mary Ola Reynolds Miller was the cultural 'go to' person for decades in Panama City, FL. Mary Ola Miller began the Gallery of Art in 1967 and ran it until her passing in 2011. She connected our community to culture, art and music all her life.
Kim Griffin White and Mark White
Kim Griffin White & Mark White became owners of the Gallery of Art in April, 2023 and continue to engage and welcome all things creative and cultural in our artistic coastal community in Panama City on the Gulf of Mexico.
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