WHAT WE DO
Flo Art Collective creates immersive performances that challenge conventional ways of making and experiencing art. We are collaborative in nature, fluid in membership, and multidisciplinary in form. We promote a holistic approach to working with artists, performers, participants, and spaces and encourage the recognition of creativity in all aspects of life.
WHAT WE VALUE
We create art using practices that fulfill our needs and desires for deep play, exploration, and detail-oriented work. Our emphasis on process allows us to cultivate the full-bodied, participatory worlds in which our art resides and stimulates the sense of ownership, independent thinking, and risk-taking that we value. We invite artists and participants alike to act of their own volition; orchestrating moments where structure and collective agency are balanced. We approach every project as site specific and investigate the historical context and architecture of the spaces where we exhibit work.
The Garden at Flo
SHIFTING FOCUS DURING THE PANDEMIC
Despite the pandemic, we have found new ways to inspire connections within the community. The garden at Flo became our collective creative focus at the beginning of the shutdown. We partnered with Stovetop Yoga to host outdoor classes, movie nights, and Night Market events throughout the spring and summer supporting local artists, teachers, and small businesses.
Photos by Sarah E.D. Carney, Virginia Harold, and Dave Moore
VISION + GOALS
We provide platforms, resources, and mentorship to facilitate the development of innovative performance work, immersive experiences, and training. Flo’s studios and exhibition spaces have given artists and creatives opportunities to manifest independent projects and develop professional skills since 2015. As we continue to grow, Flo seeks to establish a multidisciplinary artist residency in St. Louis for emerging and established artists.
