Persistence Pays for Frank Strunk III
Frank Strunk III boasts innovative style and an astounding work ethic that sets him apart from other artists. He will present the City of Gulfport with a piece of his renowned work this Saturday.
On a sunny day in Gulfport, Strunk is on deadline, busy completing a project that is due Saturday. Strunk and fellow Gulfport artist, Owen Pach, were commissioned by the Merchants’ Association to create signature pieces of work to be displayed at the entrance to Beach Boulevard. He takes a break from the task he hates to call work. Strunk, 47, is covered in soot and his hands are black from countless hours of metalwork. Nevertheless, he is prepared to share his story. It all started 17 years ago when Strunk moved to the area due to a lucrative real estate market for carpentry. After freelancing his skills for a year or so, Strunk was starting to see a trend in his down time. “There was always kind of a thread that lead me to more creative …
Velva Lee Heraty aka Dream Momma
1:54 pm on Sunday, May 13, 2012
Frank Struck's delightful "Attack of the Pier" is on display at the St. Pete Pier in the gallery exhibit "Sitting Pretty: Mix and Match" from 1-5pm daily on the 3rd floor. The show closes 6/9. It is free to the public. more ›