BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Creative Pinellas - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Creative Pinellas X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://creativepinellas.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Creative Pinellas REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T170000 DTSTAMP:20260424T174920 CREATED:20241219T195558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T142240Z UID:97155-1740045600-1754845200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:iBOMS: iMAGiNE NATiON DESCRIPTION:iBOMBS: iMAGiNE NATiON has been extended through August 10 to give more visitors the opportunity to explore and enjoy the exhibition. \nPresented by the Woodson African American Museum of Florida and Creative Pinellas \nStep into the boundless world of iMAGiNE NATiON\, curated by Danny Olda\, where artist iBOMS redefines imagination as an infinite\, unexplored land—a motherland of all knowledge and the birthplace of spirituality\, science\, art\, and philosophy. \nOften seen as a realm of childhood\, iBOMS views imagination as a vital\, lifelong force. In this exhibition\, he builds a “nation of imagination\,” bringing ideas to life through objects and figures crafted with graphite\, spray paint\, resin casting\, digital design\, and even elements from nature. \niMAGiNE NATiON invites viewers to rediscover the power of imagination beyond childhood\, exploring its potential as a tool for understanding life’s complexities and opportunities. For iBOMS\, imagination is not just a creative outlet but a foundational force that shapes culture\, structures\, and the human psyche.\nA multidisciplinary artist\, iBOMS uses his craft to inspire\, challenge\, and transform perspectives. His work reflects his belief that imagination is not merely an escape but an essential means of shaping the world we live in. \nDon’t miss this transformative journey into the vibrant and uncharted iMAGiNE NATiON! \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabari Reed-Diop (iBOMS)\n \n Posted on March 28\, 2023 by i.b.o.m.s \n Based out of: St. Petersburg\, Florida\, Jabari Jahi Babatu Reed-Diop\, otherwise known as iBOMS (illegal. Beauty. On.My.Streets) is a 25-year-old artist based in St. Petersburg\, Florida. His artistic acumen comes… Read More \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n iBOMS: iMAGiNE NATiON Opening Reception\n \n Posted on December 19\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Join us for the opening of iMAGiNE NATiON\, presented by the Woodson African American Museum of Florida and Creative Pinellas. Explore iBOMS’ limitless landscape of imagination\, where ideas become vibrant creations through graphite\, spray paint\, resin\, and more. Meet the artist behind this extraordinary exhibition!… Read More \n \n \n \nShop the Collection URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/iboms-imagine-nation/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250429 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251001 DTSTAMP:20260424T174920 CREATED:20250424T190913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T180807Z UID:98321-1745884800-1759276799@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Made in the Shade DESCRIPTION:Creative Pinellas\, in partnership with St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)\, is proud to launch the inaugural exhibition at the brand-new gallery called Sightline\, located at PIE. The first exhibition\, Made in the Shade\, curated by Katherine Gibson of Arthouse3 invites travelers and visitors to experience the beauty\, creativity\, and culture of Florida through the eyes of local artists. \nInspired by themes of Florida tourism\, vacations\, natural elements\, and regional artistic talent\, Made in the Shade offers a vibrant look at how artists capture the spirit of relaxation\, environment\, and sense of place that defines the Sunshine State. \nMade in the Shade has been extended through September 30 to give more visitors the opportunity to explore and enjoy the exhibition. \nFeatured Artists\n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Barenis\n \n Posted on September 13\, 2021 by Elizabeth Barenis \n She believes that what the viewer finds in the art is one of the most important things about it. Her work has been shown nationally and internationally…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Matthew Drennan Wicks\n \n Posted on April 24\, 2025 by Creative Pinellas \n Matthew Drennan Wicks has been nationally and internationally recognized for his ceramic and non-ceramic based sculpture. His work discusses a process-based exploration of traditional craft in a contemporary context that… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Babette Herschberger\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Babette Herschberger b. 1961\, St. Joe\, Indiana Lives and works in St. Petersburg\, Florida USA Babette Herschberger is a painter\, she works intuitively to create minimal\, abstract compositions which emphasize… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/made-in-the-shade/ LOCATION:St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport\, 14700 Terminal Blvd #221\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33762\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Exhibition - Off Campus,Off Campus Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Made-in-the-Shade.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T170000 DTSTAMP:20260424T174920 CREATED:20250403T174900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T222802Z UID:97957-1747389600-1754845200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:The Shape of Us DESCRIPTION:The Shape of Us\, brings together six Pinellas County artists\, each presenting a unique body of work that reflects the depth of our creative community. This exhibition explores transformation and resilience through immersive installations\, intricate textile works\, energetic colors and vibrant multimedia abstracts. Through various styles\, mediums\, and perspectives\, the exhibition examines how identity\, environment\, and experience shape us—both individually and collectively. From striking compositions to thought-provoking textures and forms\, these artists invite viewers to consider the emotional and cultural landscapes that influence us. The Shape of Us\, curated by Creative Pinellas’ own Freddie Hughes\, is a celebration of artistic expression\, connection\, and the ever-evolving narrative of our shared humanity. \nFeaturing Artists\n \n \n \n \n \n Karel Garcia\n \n Posted on November 14\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n The artist\, born on December 27\, 1990\, showed an early interest in art\, participating in drawing and sculpture workshops as a child in Vedado\, Cuba. After completing secondary school\, he… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kirk Palmer\n \n Posted on March 20\, 2025 by Creative Pinellas \n Kirk Palmer is an artist who lives in Saint Petersburg\, Florida. Born in Santa Monica\, California\, he was raised in Bolivia\, South America and the mountains of western North Carolina…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Alice Pickett Lewis\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Alice Pickett Lewis began sewing at a very young age. She has a BFA in Textile Design from Rhode Island School of Design. She is inspired by the colors and… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tavia Reyes\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Tavia Reyes is a self-taught\, neurodivergent artist whose work is bold\, unfiltered\, and alive with tension. Her visual language combines symbols\, scribbles\, and raw emotion\, drawing from the wild geometries… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Luke Vest\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Luke Vest is a visual artist based in Saint Petersburg\, FL\, whose work explores perception\, transformation\, and the liminal spaces between self and cosmos. Blending oil\, oil pastel\, spray paint\,… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zulu Painter\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Zulu Painter is an international multimedia artist who works in traditional mediums as well as special effects and scenic art. Zulu’s large-scale mural work contributes to the art revitalization of… Read More \n \n \n \nShop the Collection URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/the-shape-of-us/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/exhibition.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR