THE ART OF CREATION


INTRODUCTION
As DiFilippo Kent we have been collaborating on art & design projects since 1980. In 2006 we began designing and fabricating furniture made from exotic woods including river recovered, live edge, and recycled pieces. There are currently over 200 wood items in the inventory of tables, benches, pedestals, and wood art at our gallery in Sarasota. Our latest project involves unique jewelry and precious stones. The public is welcome to visit by appointment and see the Art of Creation at DiFilippo Kent.  

WOOD FURNITURE AND ART DESIGNED & PRODUCED BY DIFILIPPO KENT
Using ancient woods we design and produce solid wood tables, benches, pedestals, and art handmade in partnership with Florida craftsmen.  They are made to last a lifetime.  We call it Heritage Furniture.  Some of the wood is recovered from the Suwannee River in north Florida.  Other pieces are recycled from old buildings constructed before steel was common.  And still others come from the Withlacoochee watershed near Inverness, Florida.  In 2009 we were awarded a design copyright for our Higgins Table/Bench.

 

ART PHOTOGRAPHY & DIGITAL PHOTO SERVICES by PETER EDWARD KENT
My work spans 40 years and features images from Florida and around the world, including Europe (1973 - 2000), China (1980), and India (2006 – 2011).  Subject matter covers both nature and people.  Using skills I developed during 20 years in the technology industry I employ the latest in computer systems to produce large art prints from among my hundreds of art images.  I also offer image & photo album scanning, digital photo retouching, and high quality ink-jet printing services.  In 2010 I began to offer paintings of my images by local artists.

 

DESIGN, ART VALUATION, AND PROCUREMENT by FRANCINE DIFILIPPO
Over the past 40 years I have designed jewelry, furniture, books, and art.  I work with dedicated craftsmen to produce unique items of beauty.  In addition I offer up-to-date evaluation and art appraisal services on a fee basis to people interested in knowing the financial value, the physical condition, and repair options.  I have been involved with art, design, & business since 1970 when I organized an art lending library at Ohio University where I received my B.A degree in Comparative Arts.  I received an M.S. graduate degree from Central Connecticut State University.  I am currently a member in good standing in Rotary International. 

 

OSCAR BONSAI GARDENS
In 2007 we added to the Art of Creation our Oriental Style Container and Rock gardens, a.k.a. O.S.C.A.R.s.  These are potted plants trained and grown in the oriental style using many Florida native plants and trees such as live oak, sweet gum maple, bay laurel, wax myrtle, bald cypress, and aquatic varieties in addition to traditional plants.  Succulents and cacti are also used in the container gardens.  The ceramic pots are imported from Asia, and include some from the famous Tokeaname region of Japan, known for its unique designs and intricate workmanship.

 

OUR LATEST PROJECT
At DiFilippo Kent we are always looking for the next challenge.  Currently Francine is working on re-designing antique jewelry into pieces that are more wearable for their owners.  We have also been buying colored and uncut diamonds for unique designs.  We now offer unique investment grade diamonds and custom jewelry made to the specifications and requirements of the customer.




941-321-0564 Office 941-685-9925 Francine DiFilippo    863-444-0723 Peter Kent