For more information about the artists, please click on the images below.
Jonathan Monaghan
Animator, video artist
Washington, D.C.
Lucha Rodriguez
Artist
Atlanta, GA
Carmen Sanders
Wood carver
Tucker, GA
Lizzy Taber
Mixed media artist
Pompano Beach, FL
Jonathan Monaghan
Animator, video artist
Washington, D.C.
Jonathan Monaghan (b. 1986, New York) is an artist working across a range of media, including prints, sculpture and computer animated video, to produce otherworldly objects and narratives. Drawing on wide-ranging sources, such as ancient mythologies and science fiction, his highly-crafted and fantastical works uncover subconscious anxieties associated with technology and consumerism. Past exhibitions and screenings of his work include The Sundance Film Festival, The Hermitage Museum, The Frist Art Museum, and The Palais de Tokyo. His work has been featured in several media outlets including Elephant Magazine, VICE, The Wall Street Journal and The Village Voice.
Lucha Rodriguez
Artist
Atlanta, GA
Lucha Rodriguez received her MFA in Printmaking from Savannah College of Art and Design, and her BFA in Graphic Design from The Art Institute of Atlanta. Her work ranges from etchings, monoprints and colorful silkscreens, to immersive multi- layered installations of cut paper, each created with pink – the artist’s signature color. Born in Venezuela, Rodriguez has exhibited globally with solo and group shows throughout the U.S., India, Mexico, China and France. Her work is included in The Bascom Center for Visual Arts, World of Coca-Cola Museum, The High Museum of Art, Modern and Contemporary Art Collection in addition to various private institutional and individual collections.
Carmen Sanders
Wood carver
Tucker, GA
At this time the subject of Carmen C. Sanders’ art is relief woodcarving and acrylic painting her memories of Key West. She was born in Key West. Raised in Tampa, Florida but spent her summers in Key West with her abuela, uncle and cousins. Key West is her happy place.
Sanders graduated from University of Florida in Design from the school of architecture with honors. She entered a completion in Auburn, AL and was asked to join an interior design firm in Atlanta, GA. There, she produced interior commercial renderings, interior designs, logos and painted interior wall murals.
She transitioned from Interior Designer to study in London, England at the Cordon Bleu to become a private chef and caterer for over 24 years. She kept drawing in pencil, quilting and gardening. By 2008, she joined the Atlanta Woodcarvers Club and studied at the Southeastern Alabama Woodcarving School, where she won “Best in Show” as a beginner 2015.
Sanders did not know fellow wood carver Mario Sanchez personally, but he was a neighbor and friend of her mother’s family. For years she has been inspired by his work.
Lizzy Taber
Mixed media artist
Pompano Beach, FL
Lizzy Taber’s projects explore the relationships between art and science, with a current emphasis on sea level rise, marine ecology and seafloor mapping. Taber’s work has been shown at The Exploratorium, Bentley Gallery, Southern Graphics Conference International, the Sky Harbor Airport, and in other galleries across the United States. In 2018 she participated in an artist residency with Schmidt Ocean Institute where she worked with scientists using multi-sonar mapping methods and with whom she presented her work at the Ocean Exploration Conference at MIT Media Lab. In addition, she has also attended artist residencies in Croatia, Iceland and Hawaii, Savannah and is collaborating with the University of Miami on the Rescue a Reef program focused on coral reef restoration. A native of South Florida, Lizzy holds an MFA from Arizona State University.
SPECIALTY HARDWOODS FOR SALE
A limited selection of short length (4′ or less) specialty hardwoods (mostly Cuban Mahogany) can be purchased from the Woodshop. Email woodshop@tskw.org for inquiries.
For a wider variety in wood types and length, we recommend our friend on Big Coppitt, Mike. He has a great selection and is nearby. His phone number is (305) 797-5747.
WOODSHOP RULES
No jerks allowed. The Woodshop is a shared space. Be mindful, respectful and patient with the people around you. Keep your space tidy and leave time to clean up before you’re done. The Woodshop Monitor is in charge, but is a human being too, so be nice.
No drinking or drugs. Consumption of alcohol or any substances which may impair judgment or coordination, including medications, are strictly forbidden while any tools are in use, including by others. Similarly, no one under the influence of substances consumed elsewhere is allowed in the Woodshop while tools are in use, including by others.
Keep food outside. You can eat at the tables outside, but keep food and drink (except water) outside of the Woodshop.
Supervision Required. The Woodshop may only be used in the presence of a Monitor who has been designated by The Studios.
Authorization Required. You may only use equipment and tools for which you’ve been authorized by a Woodshop Monitor.
Dress appropriately. Shoes with closed toes required while using tools. No dangling jewelry or clothing, and long hair should be pulled back. Eye covering is required while using power tools.
Know your materials. Know whether any materials you use are toxic, corrosive or flammable. No pressure treated wood. Store and dispose of them properly. Not sure? Read the label or ask the Monitor.
Know where the First Aid Kid is. And report any injuries to the Monitor.
WOODSHOP TOOLS
What We Have…
36” Band saw (Northfield)
Drill press (Delta)
8” Joiner (Powermatic)
Planer (Newman)
Radial arm saw (Dewalt)
Shaper-large (Powermatic)
Shaper-smaller (Grizzly)
10” Table Saw (Powermatic)
Lathe
Tabletop sander
Portable chop saw
Blades – various kinds
Clamps – various kinds
Fasteners – various kinds
Handheld drills
Handheld jigsaws
Work tables
… And What You’ll Need
Sandpaper (can be purchased at the Woodshop)
Blades and bits beyond ordinary use
Fasteners (eg. nails and screws) beyond ordinary use
HOW TO GET HERE
Address: 6810 Front Street, Key West, FL 33040
We’re located in Safe Harbor Marina on Stock Island, just down the docks from Hogfish Bar & Grill.
Shop Time Rates
$30/half day (up to 4 hours)
$50/full day (up to 8 hours)
$180/week (up to 5 days)
$550/month
Payments
Pay for your Shop Time online using the link you receive, or by phone at 305-296-0458 during The Studios regular Box Office Hours (Tue-Sat, 10am-4pm). Bookings must be confirmed by payment at least 24 hours in advance.
Cancellations
If you need to cancel or change your time, email woodshop@tskw.org right away.
Bookings may be cancelled and refunded up to 7 days prior to the booking.
Bookings may be changed to a later date at no additional cost, if notification is received at least 24 hours prior to the original booking.
No refunds will be issued if cancellation is not received at least 24 hours in advance.
Hugh's View Rooftop
With one of the tallest buildings – and most spectacular views – in town, the Hugh’s View rooftop terrace serves as The Studios’ creative space in the sky. The terrace sits four stories above street level and offers panoramic views of the island. The Kitwald Stage glows in the golden twilight of our sunset performances.
Hugh’s View offers:
—Smaller audience sizes
—Outdoor environment
—Intimate experiences
—A rooftop bar that opens one hour prior to show time
Helmerich Theater
With original seating from its days as a Masonic temple, the Helmerich Theater has been updated to also include floor seating. As a black box theater, the set up is intimate but professional, and sets the stage for concerts and performances that leave guests feeling like they really got to know the performer.
Helmerich Theater offers:
—More space and comfortable chairs
—Indoor comforts
—Intimate experiences
—A walk-up counter bar that opens one hour prior to show time
Residency Interest
The period for applying to 2021/22 residencies is now closed. We will begin accepting residencies for the 2022/23 season, which runs from September 2022-August 2023, in January 2022. If you would like to be notified by email when the application period opens again, please fill out this form.
With one of the tallest buildings – and most spectacular views – in town, the Hugh’s View rooftop terrace serves as The Studios’ creative space in the sky. The terrace sits four stories above street level and offers panoramic views of the island. The Kitwald Stage glows in the golden twilight of our sunset performances.
With original seating from its days as a Masonic temple, the Helmerich Theater has been updated to also include floor seating. As a black box theater, the set up is intimate but professional, and sets the stage for concerts and performances that leave guests feeling like they really got to know the performer.