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:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240302 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240401 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20240214T183626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T191240Z UID:89894-1709337600-1711929599@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Youth Art Month 2024 DESCRIPTION:March is Youth Art Month!\nThe Clearwater Arts Alliance in partnership with Creative Pinellas is excited to present K-8th grade works of art from Pinellas County Schools. \nThe exhibition will open March 2nd and run through the 31st.  The gallery will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am-5pm. Come see the energetic and vibrant artwork created by K-8 students in Pinellas County Schools. The theme is Visual Movement:  How can one convey motion or action through art? \nStudents and parents\, we hope you will attend the Opening Reception on Sunday\, March 3\, 2024 from 1:30-3pm. The Awards Ceremony will be in Courtyard at 2pm. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/youth-art-month-2024/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/YAM_web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20240104T181117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T170519Z UID:88734-1708624800-1708632000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Nature Pix Exhibition Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:February 22 from 6-8 PM\nFREE\nJoin us for an unforgettable evening as we unveil the Nature Pix exhibition\, a captivating visual journey created and curated by the Computational Artist and Designer\, Mikhail Mansion. Be a part of an experience that celebrates the creative synergy between nature and technology\, redefining the boundaries of artistic expression in the digital age. \nBe among the first to witness Mikhail Mansion’s latest works\, where encoded data transforms traditional mediums into an emergent phenomena that will mesmerize and inspire. Each artwork using live sensor data from nearby nature encapsulates Mansion’s unparalleled ability to harness technology\, amplifying nature’s voice and forging a dialogue between the organic and the digital realms. \nPlease RSVP\n  \nFeatured Artist\n \n \n \n \n \n Mikhail Mansion\n \n Posted on March 28\, 2023 by Mikhail Mansion \n 2023 Artist Laureate Mikhail is a new media artist interested in designing interactive and generative systems that create distinct visual\, sonic or sculptural experiences based on speculative ecological narratives. His practice consists of writing code and building electro-mechanical devices that seek to translate the forces and phenomena embedded in the world around us into poetic… Read More \n \n \n \nEvents Surrounding Nature Pix\n \n \n \n \n \n Nature Pix Exhibition\n \n Posted on January 4\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n February 22\, 2024 – April 21\, 2024 FREE Dive into the mesmerizing world of Nature Pix\, an innovative exhibition created and curated by the talented Computational Artist and Designer\, Mikhail Mansion. Mansion’s avant-garde approach employs a harmonious blend of code and custom-designed electronics to amplify nature’s voice. As you navigate the gallery space\, you’ll encounter… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/nature-pix-exhibition-opening-reception/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event,Opening Reception END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240421T170000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20240104T175945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T170146Z UID:88731-1708596000-1713718800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Nature Pix Exhibition DESCRIPTION:February 22\, 2024 – April 21\, 2024 \nFREE \nDive into the mesmerizing world of Nature Pix\, an innovative exhibition created and curated by the talented Computational Artist and Designer\, Mikhail Mansion.\nMansion’s avant-garde approach employs a harmonious blend of code and custom-designed electronics to amplify nature’s voice. As you navigate the gallery space\, you’ll encounter a captivating juxtaposition of the natural world and a grid-like motif\, symbolizing the intersection of code\, computation\, and nature’s intrinsic beauty. \nBe a part of a matrix of sensations\, where minimalist algorithmic drawings and intricate digital sculptures come to life. Mansion’s creations transform live sensor data from nearby nature into bespoke sculptural forms that resonate with authenticity and innovation. His innovative practice\, involving code and electro-mechanical devices\, has been exhibited globally at prestigious venues like the de Young Museum\, Cooper Hewitt\, Smithsonian Design Museum\, V&A Museum\, and more. \nMikhail Mansion’s groundbreaking exhibition promises to inspire\, provoke thought\, and redefine the boundaries of art and technology. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the future of artistic innovation firsthand! \nFeatured Artist\n \n \n \n \n \n Mikhail Mansion\n \n Posted on March 28\, 2023 by Mikhail Mansion \n 2023 Artist Laureate Mikhail is a new media artist interested in designing interactive and generative systems that create distinct visual\, sonic or sculptural experiences based on speculative ecological narratives. His practice consists of writing code and building electro-mechanical devices that seek to translate the forces and phenomena embedded in the world around us into poetic… Read More \n \n \n \nOpening Reception Event\n \n \n \n \n \n Nature Pix Exhibition Opening Reception\n \n Posted on January 4\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n February 22 from 6-8 PM FREE Join us for an unforgettable evening as we unveil the Nature Pix exhibition\, a captivating visual journey created and curated by the Computational Artist and Designer\, Mikhail Mansion. Be a part of an experience that celebrates the creative synergy between nature and technology\, redefining the boundaries of artistic expression… Read More \n \n \n \nRelated Events\n \n \n \n \n \n Artist Talk: Mikhail Mansion\n \n Posted on March 18\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Due to inclement weather\, the Artist Talk featuring Mikhail Mansion will now be livestreamed on Facebook LIVE…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Earth Day at Night: A Nature Pix Meditation\n \n Posted on March 19\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n We have a special Earth Day event for you! “A Nature Pix Meditation\,” is a tranquil and meditative program designed around Mikhail Mansion’s Nature Pix exhibition which celebrates nature’s intrinsic beauty through the lens of computational art. The event will take place in two sessions outside the Gallery at Creative Pinellas. Guided by the soothing… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/nature-pix-exhibition/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T203000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20231214T192024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T170404Z UID:88415-1707246000-1707251400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:FRESH INK\, February 6 DESCRIPTION:The Found Dog Ribbon Dance by Dominic Finocchiaro\n“Professional cuddler Norma’s quest to return a lost dog to its rightful owner leads her to encounter a slew of oddballs and maybe even discover a second chance at love.” \nFree to attend. \nBook Now URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/fresh-ink-february-6/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/AS_CP_FreshInkBranding-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240226 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20240118T165759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T192942Z UID:89035-1706313600-1708905599@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:ARTS ANNUAL FOCUS: Literary and Performing Arts DESCRIPTION:Art extends far beyond the confines of visual arts\, encompassing a diverse array of talents and mediums. Musicians connect with their audience through melody and lyrics; writers create literary worlds that explore the complexities of the human condition; performers\, directors\, and filmmakers push the boundaries of physical and visual expression to convey profound narratives. This exhibition will showcase the work of Actors\, Authors\, Composers\, Dancers\, Directors\, Filmmakers\, Musicians\, and Interdisciplinary Artists in a setting where they are not normally found: an art gallery. We invite you to be part of our experiment to appreciate the varied forms of creativity that enrich our understanding of the world. \nFeaturing the work of Creative Pinellas grantees and mentors who participated in Arts Annual 2023: Tatiana Baccari\, Sheila Cowley\, the Dunedin Music Society\, Sara Ries Dziekonski\, Sarah Emery\, Roxanne M. Fay\, Sheree L Greer\, Victoria Jorgensen\, Desireé Moore\, Rose Marie Prins\, Tom Sivak\, Erica Sutherlin\, and Takeya Trayer. \nThe Gallery is open Wednesdays through Sundays\, from 10am –5pm. \nLearn more about Arts Annual\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual\n \n Posted on August 27\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Arts Annual is now the Arts Annual Hurricane Relief Fundraiser. Please join us December 7 to help our arts community recover from hurricane devastation. Please join us for the Arts Annual Hurricane Relief Fundraiser\, with the money raised through tickets\, sponsorships and art sales all going directly to our arts community! The Arts Annual 2024… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/arts-annual-focus-literary-and-performing-arts/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/23-Arts-Annual-FOCUS-Web-1920-x-1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T160000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20230825T191703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T154718Z UID:84510-1699696800-1699718400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Arts Annual 2023: ARTSventure DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Free Family-Friendly Arts festival. Beginning with a Veteran’s Day commemoration\, the event continues with an arts and crafts market\, live performances\, gallery exhibition\, craft activities\, food and more! \n\nThe following vendors will be participating in ARTSventure:  Alexis Alvarez\, Celinda Bailey\, Barbara Baker\, Shirley Baldwin\, Teressa Baroni\, Leslie Bestulic\, Daphna Bowman\, Pat Burrows\, Nicole Campbell\, Carlos Cardenas\, Patricia Kluwe Derderian\, Alex Dibrizzi\, Javier T Dones\, Jason Durocher\, Charlotte Elizabeth\, Jane Fields\, Elaine Furman\, John Gascot\, Clara Gowen\, Ginette Grenier\, Willow Hart\, Art Hayes\, Jacaranda Hill\, Berit Hines\, Lyn Novak Hise\, Falyn Horrigan\, Caelan Jeffery\, Mary Kay Klein\, Karyn Kozak\, Leeann Kroetsch\, Leslie Leland\, Nancy Mayer\, Nicole Mcfalls\, Kryssa Mitchell\, Mark Mitchell\, Larry Naeder\, Katie Pavone\, Gianna Pergamo\, Mary Ann Pickard\, Vincent Ricottilli\, Derek Roberts\, Terry Scopelliti\, Laura M Spencer\, Becky Snyder\, Christopher Tompkins\, Neily Trappman Studio\, Debra Vales\, Steven Verenicin\, Monika Watson\, Linda Weisberger\, Peggy Wertheim\, Luci Westphal\, Barbara Williams\, Ashley Wix\, Danny Young\, and more! \n\n\nLive Performances: From morning to afternoon\, be entertained by a series of captivating live performances that will keep you mesmerized. \n10:30 am Musician Colleen Cherry \n11:30 am One Human Band \n12:00 pm Writer Courtney Clute \n12:15 pm Dancer Huyen Huynh (Gallery) \n12:45 pm One Human Band \n1:15 pm Writer Sara Ries Dziekonski \n1:30 pm Dancer Charlotte Johnson (Gallery) \n2:00 pm Two Happy Ukers \n3:00 pm Percussionist Alex Guini \n3:30 pm Dunedin Music Society \nArts Annual 2023 Discovery: Explore this massive exhibition at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, showcasing the brilliant works of 75 local artists. \nCraft Activities: Unleash your inner artist with engaging craft activities for all ages. Get ready to create your own masterpiece! \nRaffles: Exciting raffles await you! Don’t miss the chance to win some fabulous prizes while supporting the arts. \nFood Trucks: Satisfy your taste buds with an array of treats from fantastic food trucks\, including Beech Kombucha\, Sweet Island Snow\, Chase the Taste\, Maggie on the Move\, and Westchase BBQ. \n\n  \n\nRelated Events\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2023: Discovery\n \n Posted on August 23\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n Now in its sixth year! This year’s Arts Annual features some of Pinellas county’s most well-known artists as well as innovative up-and-coming creators…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2023: The Party\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n We are excited to announce Arts Annual’s THE PARTY on Thursday\, November 9th from 6-9 pm at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas. This one-night event is Creative Pinellas’ only fundraiser of the year with all proceeds supporting our artist and cultural organization grants\, and student summer camp grants…. Read More \n \n \n \n \nBecome a Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual Sponsorship\n \n Posted on September 1\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n SUPPORT PINELLAS ARTS AND CULTURE! Be part of an unforgettable arts and cultural experience! As an Arts Annual Hurricane Relief Fundraiser sponsor\, you will receive marketing and publicity leading up to and during the Arts Annual\, both in the gallery and online. Your support helps Creative Pinellas provide funding to the creative community. Thank you… Read More \n \n \n \nMeet the Artists\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2023 Artists\n \n Posted on November 1\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n Meet our amazing group of performers\, musicians\, exhibitors and artmakers! Exhibited art is available for purchase by clicking on the artist’s page…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/arts-annual-2023-artsventure/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas Courtyard\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/23-AA-Web-1920-x-1080-ARTSventure.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T210000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20230823T184852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T181220Z UID:84366-1699552800-1699563600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Arts Annual 2023: The Party DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce Arts Annual’s THE PARTY on Thursday\, November 9th from 6-9 pm at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas. This one-night event is Creative Pinellas’ only fundraiser of the year. Your attendance and support help Pinellas County’s non-profit local arts agency uplift the Arts and Culture community in the Arts Coast. Purchase individual tickets for $25 or become a sponsor! Enjoy a cash bar with light bites\, captivating art\, and create memorable moments as you delight in music\, a live performance from Siobhan Monique and the The Negro Ninjaz\, and activities throughout the evening – all while knowing you are uplifting the arts and artists of Pinellas County. Discover the Art\, the People\, the Experience! \n\nThe following artists will be participating in Arts Annual 2023 Discovery: 2 Happy Ukers\, Kristin Andersen\, Tatiana Baccari\, Elizabeth Barenis\, Daniel “R5” Barojas\, Troy Bernardo\, Christina Bertsos\, Greg Byrd\, Chomick+Meder\, Courtney Clute\, Neverne Covington\, Sheila Cowley\, PatiKD\, Nikki Devereux\, Javier T. Dones\, Dunedin Music Society Ensembles\, Sara Ries Dziekonski\, Roxanne Fay\, John Gascot\, Gaston Le Crayon\, Mason Gehring\, Donald Gialanella\, Jim Gigurtsis\, Kevin Grass\, Sheree L. Greer\, Jason Hackenwerth\, Steph Hargrove\, Reid Jenkins\, Charlotte Johnson\, Victoria Barbara Jorgensen\, Steven Kenny\, Candace Knapp\, Akiko Kotani\, Teresa Mandala\, Cora Marshall\, Carol Mickett and Robert Stackhouse\, Mark Mitchell\, Chad Mize\, Desiree Moore\, Zoe Papas\, Gianna Pergamo\, Rose Marie Prins\, Gabriel Ramos\, Babs Reingold\, George Retkes\, Heather Rippert\, Ashley Rivers – The Nature of Fire\, Marlene Rose\, Sketzii\, Ric Savid\, Tom Sivak\, Emily Stehle\, Miss Crit\, Rachel Stewart\, Sarah Todd Emery\, Takeya Trayer\, Judy Vienneau\, Kirk Ke Wang\, Angela Warren\, Joseph Weinzettle\, and Frederick “Rootman “Woods. \n\nALL TICKETS ARE $25 \nBook Now\n  \n\n\n\nWatch The Party\n \nBecome a Sponsor Today!\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual Sponsorship\n \n Posted on September 1\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n SUPPORT PINELLAS ARTS AND CULTURE! Be part of an unforgettable arts and cultural experience! As an Arts Annual Hurricane Relief Fundraiser sponsor\, you will receive marketing and publicity leading up to and during the Arts Annual\, both in the gallery and online. Your support helps Creative Pinellas provide funding to the creative community. Thank you… Read More \n \n \n \n\n\n\nEvents\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2023: Discovery\n \n Posted on August 23\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n Now in its sixth year! This year’s Arts Annual features some of Pinellas county’s most well-known artists as well as innovative up-and-coming creators…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2023: ARTSventure\n \n Posted on August 25\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n Join us for a Free Family-Friendly Arts festival. Beginning with a special Veteran’s Day commemoration. The event continues with an arts and crafts market\, live performances\, gallery exhibition\, craft activities\, food and more!… Read More \n \n \n \n\n \nMeet the Artists\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2023 Artists\n \n Posted on November 1\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n Meet our amazing group of performers\, musicians\, exhibitors and artmakers! Exhibited art is available for purchase by clicking on the artist’s page…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/arts-annual-2023-the-party/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/23-AA-Web-1920-x-1080-THE-PARTY.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230829 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230831 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20230830T132047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T132435Z UID:84653-1693267200-1693439999@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Tracking Hurricane Idalia DESCRIPTION:Due to Hurricane Idalia passing by the coast of Pinellas County\, The Gallery at Creative Pinellas and the Administration Building will be closed on Tuesday\, August 29 and Wednesday\, August 30 in order to keep our visitors\, staff and the wonderful works of art in our care safe. We will be monitoring Pinellas County’s storm information throughout the week and announce when we reopen. Be safe and thank you for your support. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/tracking-hurricane-idalia/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/image-333-e1693401789667.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230803 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231016 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20230616T204520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T144501Z UID:81316-1691020800-1697414399@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Keepers of Heritage: Hidden Tales / Custodios de la Herencia: Cuentos Ocultos DESCRIPTION:Keepers of Heritage: Hidden Tales / Custodios de la Herencia: Cuentos Ocultos will feature Puerto Rican artists and focus on bringing to light stories and ideas that have been overshadowed or disregarded by mainstream narratives.\nEmbracing the exploration of old and new ideas\, artists play a vital role in pushing boundaries\, challenging societal norms\, and provoking discussions on taboo and controversial topics. The exhibition artwork examines and reflects on a diversity of subjects\, beliefs\, and stories that have been censured over the years\, allowing visitors to reflect on how narratives and perspectives continually evolve. \nThe exhibition showcases original work in a variety of mediums including painting\, sculpture\, drawing\, and engraving by renowned artists from Puerto Rico\, Florida\, and New York such as Brenda Cruz\, Domingo Garcia\, Martin Garcia Rivera\, and Rafael Rivera Rosa. \nMeet the Collective \n \n \n \n \n \n Keepers of Heritage – Custodios de la Herencia\n \n Posted on June 29\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n Keepers of Heritage is an extended collaborative effort whose purpose is to document\, present and promote the contributions of artists of Puerto Rican artists in the Caribbean archipelago and abroad. Its roots go back to 2015 with the presentation of the “La Diaspora” exhibition at the Terrace Gallery in Orlando City Hall. Since then\, the… Read More \n \n \n \nEvents Surrounding Exhibition\n \n \n \n \n \n Keepers of Heritage: Hidden Tales Opening Reception / Custodios de la Herencia: Cuentos Ocultos Recepción de Inauguración\n \n Posted on June 16\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n You’re invited to attend an opening reception for the Keepers of Heritage: Hidden Tales Exhibition / Custodios de la Herencia: Cuentos Ocultos Exhibición happening Saturday\, August 5 from 6pm – 8pm…. Read More \n \n \n \nMEET THE ARTISTS\nThe artists are Brenda Cruz\, Alejandro De Jesús\, Jose Feliciano Bonilla\, Carmelo Fontanez Cortijo\, Domingo García\, Francisco García Burgos\, Martin García Rivera\, Michael Irrizary Pagán\, Yasir Nieves\, Juan Nieves Burgos\, Angel Rivera Morales\, Rafael Rivera Rosa\, Carmen Rojas Gines\, Pablo Rubio\, Aby Ruiz\, Gilbert Salinas\, Joan Emanuelli Sánchez\, Luis Soto\, Valentín Tirado Barreto\, and Rigoberto Torres. \n \n \n Alejandro De Jesús\n By Creative Pinellas \n Alejandro De Jesús was born in Guaynabo\, Puerto Rico but grew up in the town of Caguas. As a child he drew and painted all the images he liked: super heroes\, faces\, cars\, monsters and the like. He remembers doing many illustrations at his grade school before every holiday. At the age of ten… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Ángel Rivera-Morales\n By Creative Pinellas \n Ángel Rivera-Morales is originally from the Caimito\, a vicinity on the southern outskirts of San Juan\, Puerto Rico. In 1999\, he entered the University of Puerto Rico where he obtained a degree in Bachelor’s degree in Humanities with a concentration in Fine Arts. From 2006 to 2012\, his works were exhibited in various art galleries and museums around the island…. Read More \n \n\n \n \n Brenda Cruz\n By Creative Pinellas \n Brenda Amaryllis Cruz Díaz was born on January 14\, 1974\, in San Juan\, Puerto Rico. She is a multidisciplinary artist\, historian and researcher based in Madrid\, Spain since 1997. Cruz began her university education at the Faculty of Humanities of the University of Puerto Rico\, Río Piedras Campus where in 1996 she obtained a Bachelor… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Carmelo Fontanez-Cortijo\n By Creative Pinellas \n … Read More \n \n\n \n \n Carmen Rojas Ginés\n By Creative Pinellas \n Carmen Rojas Ginés\, born in Arecibo\, Puerto Rico\, is a Sculptor\, Painter\, and ArtTeacher.She grew up under the creative influence of her grandmother Magdalena\,a Haute Couture Designer. Graduating from the University of Puerto Rico\,… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Domingo Garcia-Davila\n By Creative Pinellas \n Domingo es uno de los artistas más reconocidos en el arte puertorriqueño contemporáneo. Comenzó su carrera en la Academia Nacional de Bellas Artes de Nueva York y en el Chicago Art Institute\, y más tarde estudió pintura en Inglaterra con William Locke. A su regreso a Puerto Rico en 1959 estableció Taller-Galería Campeche\, que dirigió… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Francisco GarcÍa Burgos\n By Creative Pinellas \n Puerto  Rican painter\, native of Juana  Diaz town.   He received his  Master’s of Arts degree at the  Catholic University of Puerto  Rico.   His work\,  basically religious\, is a critic of society.  His works are found in innumerable private and public collections in  Puerto  Rico and other countries…. Read More \n \n\n \n \n Gilbert Salinas\n By Creative Pinellas \n Gilbert Salinas (Boston\, Mass.\, 1972; Lives and works in Orlando\, FL & San Juan\, PR)Painter and printmaker. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities with a concentration in Fine Arts: Painting\, from the University of Puerto Rico\, Río Piedras Campus. He has shown his works in museums\, galleries… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Joan Emanuelli Sanchez\n By Creative Pinellas \n Joan Emanuelli Sanchez is a Contemporary Realism Artist from San Juan\, Puerto Rico\, now residing in Orlando\, Florida. \nHis distinctive personal style emanates from passion and emotion\, which portrays numerous perspectives on various subjects in oils\, bringing to life\, scenic landscapes\, interior scenes\, portraits\, still life\, and everyday people…. Read More \n \n\n \n \n Jose Feliciano\n By Creative Pinellas \n José Feliciano nació en Isabela\, Puerto Rico\, en 1939. Tenía solo cinco años cuando su familia se mudó a Nueva York. José estudió en la Liga de Estudiantes de Arte en New York City. Su experiencia incluye haber sido Artista para Joe Papp’s Public Theatre\, Metropolitan Opera House’s en la producción de “Antonio y Cleopatra\,”… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Luis Soto\n By Creative Pinellas \n Luis Manuel Soto López was born in Camuy Arriba\, in the El Calvario sector of Puerto Rico in 1964. He completed his higher education in drafting drawings at the Vocational School Antonio Luchetti in Arecibo\, Puerto Rico. His formal training began in 1983 with Puerto Rican artist Roland Borges (who taught classes in his garage)\, who later became his mentor … Read More \n \n\n \n \n Martín García-Rivera\n By Creative Pinellas \n Draftsman\, Printmaker\, Painter Born in Arecibo\, Puerto Rico in 1960. BA University of Puerto Rico. MFA Pratt Institute\, New York. Associate Cathedratic at the University of Puerto Rico\, Rio Piedras Campus…. Read More \n \n\n \n \n Michael Irrizary-Pagan\n By Creative Pinellas \n Michael Irrizary Pagan was born in New York City. His family was filled with artists and craftsmen. I believe that I was born into the right environment; my mother would always have clay\, pencils\, and small things to stimulate creativity\, along with all the family members involved in making some form of art. “I never… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Pablo Rubio\n By Creative Pinellas \n Born in San Juan\, Puerto Rico\, in 1944\, Pablo Rubio is a sculptor\, painter\, draftsman\, designer\, curator\, and professor. He obtained a bachelor’s degree in art at the Puerto Rico School of Plastic Arts and a Master’s Degree at the State University of New York (SUNY) in Buffalo. He now teaches at the University of Puerto Rico…. Read More \n \n\n \n \n Rafael Rivera Rosa\, In Memory\n By Creative Pinellas \n Rafael Rivera-Rosa was born in Comerío\, Puerto Rico in 1942. He is a painter\, graphic artist\, digital artist\, graphic designer\, and retired university professor. Rivera-Rosa studied with the artists of the “Fifties Generation\,” among them\,… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Rigoberto Torres\n By Creative Pinellas \n … Read More \n \n\n \n \n Yasir Nieves\n By Creative Pinellas \n Yasir Nieves was born in Arecibo\, Puerto Rico\, and he began drawing at an early age. He develops freehand drawings in ink\, pencil\, and charcoal. After mastering the skills of pencil drawing\, charcoal drawing\, and engraving\, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts (Painting) from the Rio Piedras Campus in PR…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/keepers-of-heritage-hidden-tales-custodio-de-la-herencia-cuentos-ocultos/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Exhibition-Header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230716T170000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20230405T191159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T201912Z UID:78618-1685016000-1689526800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Art in Recovery: Artwork from the Sixth Judicial Circuit Adult Drug/Veterans Treatment Court DESCRIPTION:Experience Artwork from the Sixth Judicial Circuit Adult Drug/Veterans Treatment Court this May. \nThis exhibition will feature artwork on display in the Gallery at Creative Pinellas from participants in the Sixth Judicial Circuit Adult Drug/Veterans Treatment Court program who chose to complete the “Art Challenge” as part of their recovery process. These self-reflective works range from the intuitive to the highly trained; all providing a window into the highly personal work of recovery. \nThe Sixth Judicial Circuit Adult Drug Treatment Court is a court-supervised\, comprehensive drug treatment court for eligible non-violent defendants. The program is voluntary and has many steps\, including multiple appearances before the Adult Drug/Veterans Treatment Court Judge. In addition to treatment and testing\, participants have the option of completing a variety of “challenges” to improve their mental and physical health. Veterans Treatment Court is very similar to Drug Court\, but specific for veterans. The mission of Veterans Treatment Court is to divert veterans from jail and to provide help to overcome service-related substance abuse and mental health problems. \nFor more information about the Sixth Judicial Circuit Adult Drug Treatment Court\, please \nCLICK HERE\n  \nFor more information about recovery\, treatment\, and support\, please \nCLICK HERE\n  \n  \nEvents Surrounding Exhibition\n \n \n \n \n \n Art in Recovery: Artwork from the Sixth Judicial Circuit Adult Drug/Veterans Treatment Court – Opening Reception\n \n Posted on April 18\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n Join the opening reception at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas for the Art in Recovery: Artwork from the Sixth Judicial Circuit Adult Drug Treatment Court happening Wednesday\, May 24 from 6pm – 8pm…. Read More \n \n \n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/art-in-recovery-exhibition/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Art-of-Recovery-2023-Web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20230418T211905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T132136Z UID:78621-1684951200-1684958400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Art in Recovery: Artwork from the Sixth Judicial Circuit Adult Drug/Veterans Treatment Court - Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to attend an opening reception at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas for the Art in Recovery: Artwork from the Sixth Judicial Circuit Adult Drug/Veterans Treatment Court  happening Wednesday\, May 24 from 6pm – 8pm. Free.  \nPlease RSVP\n  \nThe Sixth Judicial Circuit Adult Drug Treatment Court is a court-supervised\, comprehensive drug treatment court for eligible non-violent defendants. The program is voluntary and has many steps\, including multiple appearances before the Adult Drug/Veterans Treatment Court Judge. In addition to treatment and testing\, participants have the option of completing a variety of “challenges” to improve their mental and physical health. Veterans Treatment Court is very similar to Drug Court\, but specific for veterans. The mission of Veterans Treatment Court is to divert veterans from jail and to provide help to overcome service-related substance abuse and mental health problems. \nThis exhibition will feature artwork on display in the Gallery at Creative Pinellas from participants in the program who chose to complete the “Art Challenge” as part of their recovery process. These self-reflective works range from the intuitive to the highly trained; all providing a window into the highly personal work of recovery. \nFor more information about the Sixth Judicial Circuit Adult Drug Treatment Court\, please visit https://www.jud6.org/contactinformation/adultdrugcourt.html \nFor more information about recovery\, treatment\, and support\, please visit https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/recovery \n  \n  \n  \nSurrounding Exhibition\n \n \n \n \n \n Art in Recovery: Artwork from the Sixth Judicial Circuit Adult Drug/Veterans Treatment Court\n \n Posted on April 5\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n Experience Artwork from the Sixth Judicial Circuit Adult Drug Treatment Court this May…. Read More \n \n \n \n  \n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/art-in-recovery-artwork-from-the-sixth-judicial-circuit-adult-drug-treatment-court-exhibition-opening-reception/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Art-in-Recovery_Web-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230505 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230717 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20230314T164848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T192650Z UID:77909-1683244800-1689551999@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:2023 Emerging Artist Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Get Ready for the 2023 Emerging Artist Exhibition featuring the energized and ready to emerge grantees of 2023.\nJoin us for a diverse exhibition of work from the ten exceptional artists chosen for this year’s Emerging Artist Grant. This seventh annual exhibition features original work by artists awarded grants from Creative Pinellas: Troy Bernardo\, Jenipher Chandley\, Marie Cummings\, Kathryn Cummins\, Dennis DeBon\, Kimberly Engel\, Patrick Arthur Jackson\, Aimee Jones\, Amy Wolf\, and Agueda Zabisky. Don’t miss this special opportunity to experience and purchase amazing artwork from these up-and-coming artists! \nEvents Surrounding 2023 Emerging Artist Exhibition\n \n \n \n \n \n 2023 Emerging Artist Exhibition Opening Reception\n \n Posted on March 14\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n 2023 Emerging Artist Exhibition Opening Reception: May 4 from 6-8pm Join us for an evening with the ten exceptional artists chosen for this year’s Emerging Artist Grant showing a diverse exhibition of work…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2023 Emerging Artist Exhibition – Artist Talks\n \n Posted on March 23\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n Listen and get to know the 2023 Emerging Artists as they speak about their art practice and exhibition collection at The Gallery at Creative Pinellas…. Read More \n \n \n \nMEET THE ARTISTS\n \n \n \n \n \n Troy Bernardo\, In Memory\n \n Posted on November 3\, 2022 by Troy Bernardo \n Troy loves spending time reading\, writing\, camping\, and drinking local craft beer. He is an English Department Head at an alternative online school\, and lives with his wife Laura\, his daughter\, Alice\, and their four cats in St. Petersburg\, Florida. Troy’s book\, Hardly Harding\, is available on Amazon\, and his published short stories can be… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jenipher Chandley\n \n Posted on by Jenipher Chandley \n Jenipher Chandley is a representational artist working in her hometown of St. Petersburg Fl. Where she has raised her 4 children and is a proud new grandmother. She has earned degrees in Interior\, and Graphic Design\, from IADT Tampa. Jenipher is currently lead curator for Bar@548\, She also has co-curated and exhibited in 100’s of… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Marie Cummings\n \n Posted on by Marie Cummings \n Marie Cummings was born in Detroit\, Michigan. There she studied psychology and business at Wayne State University. She moved to Clearwater\, Florida with her three daughters\, where she embarked on a career as a Realtor. When her last daughter entered college\, Marie decided to seek a new direction in her life: she wanted to explore… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kate Cummins\n \n Posted on by Kate Cummins \n “I cant remember a time when I wasn’t drawing\, painting or fabricating something out of something else” says artist Kate Cummins of her work. “I come from a creative household where the arts had a natural hierarchy”. After completing an Honors Bachelor’s of Fine Art degree from the University of Western Ontario\, Kate travelled extensively… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dennis DeBon\, In Memory\n \n Posted on by Dennis DeBon \n Dennis DeBon is the creator of EnergyWebs\, which are one-of-a-kind works of modern glass art. He is often been compared to artist Jackson Pollock. Like Pollack\, Dennis uses simple artistic techniques and has combined reverse painting on glass with spin art and taken both to a whole new level. Each EnergyWeb is cut from a… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kimberly Engel\n \n Posted on by Kimberly Engel \n Kimberly Engel is a contemporary abstract painter who lives and works in Clearwater\, Florida. Her distinct gestural style combines a love for color interaction with spontaneous mark making. Engel’s paintings explore levels of transparency\, evoking depth and light. She is inspired by the constant presence and changing states of large bodies of water. Engel describes… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Patrick Arthur Jackson\n \n Posted on by Patrick Arthur Jackson \n Patrick Arthur Jackson is a creative multi-hyphenate with a passion for community connection through storytelling. He is the Associate Artistic Producer at American Stage\, where he oversees New Play Development and Casting. Patrick most recently served as the Assistant Director/Choreographer for the production of The Colored Museum at American Stage. He holds a Bachelor of… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Aimee Jones\n \n Posted on by Aimee Jones \n Aimee Jones is a visual artist and educator currently working in St. Petersburg\, Florida. She earned her MFA and graduate certification in Women and Gender Studies in 2022 at the University of South Florida. She was a finalist for the Carlos Malamud Prize in 2022\, has exhibited in Spain and throughout the U.S.\, and was… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Amy Wolf\n \n Posted on by Amy Wolf \n Amy Wolf is a ceramics and mixed media artist based in St. Petersburg\, FL. Originally hailing from equal parts northern California and Western Pennsylvania\, she spent her adult life between NYC\, PA\, NJ and Lima\, Peru before permanently relocating to St. Pete in early 2020 for an artist residency. She received her BFA from The… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Agueda Zabisky\n \n Posted on by Agueda Zabisky \n Brazil is my native country\, and I studied and graduated in graphic design in 1990. Artistic experimentation and a need to work hands-on led me to engage with clay. Since 2005\, I have been creating ceramic sculptures and decorative art pieces. A move to the U.S. (St. Petersburg) in 2020 opened up new opportunities for… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/2023-emerging-artist-exhibition/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/23-EAE-Web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230327T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230327T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20230308T194629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T170352Z UID:77764-1679943600-1679947200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:OUT OF EDEN Curator's Talk DESCRIPTION:IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Catch our “Curator’s Talk” for Out of Eden that streamed LIVE on Instagram.\nWatch the LIVE stream HERE\n\nBe sure to follow @creativepinellas\nOn Monday\, March 27th from 7-8pm\, Creative Pinellas went live on Instagram for a “Curator’s Talk”! Senior Director of Arts and Cultural Programming at Creative Pinellas\, Beth Gelman\, spoke with Kathryn Markel\, Principle of Kathryn Markel Fine Arts and gallery representative of Yolanda Sánchez.  \nBeth and Kathryn discussed the intricacies of Yolanda Sánchez’s “Out of Eden” exhibition at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, her body of work represented at Kathryn Markel Fine Arts in New York\, and advice for artists seeking gallery representation!  \nFeatured Guests\nBeth Gelman\, Senior Director of Arts and Cultural Programming at Creative Pinellas \n \n \n \n \n \n Kathryn Markel\, Principle of Kathryn Markel Fine Arts\n \n Posted on March 15\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n Kathryn Markel began her eponymous gallery in 1976 with the belief that contemporary art can be beautiful as well as visually and intellectually rigorous\, and that acquiring it should be a source of pleasure and self-discovery.  For almost 40 years\, we have helped collectors find the art that speaks to them\, and\, therefore\, exhibit a diverse… Read More \n \n \n \n\n\nFeatured Artist\n \n \n \n \n \n Yolanda Sánchez\n \n Posted on December 2\, 2022 by Yolanda Sánchez \n Born in Havana\, Cuba\, Yolanda Sánchez immigrated to the United States in February 1960. She obtained a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Florida State University and has practiced and taught psychology at the graduate level for over30 years. In her mid-thirties\, Dr. Sánchez returned to school\, obtaining a BFA and subsequently\, an MFA from Yale… Read More \n \n \n \nEvents Surrounding OUT OF EDEN\n \n \n \n \n \n OUT OF EDEN Exhibition\n \n Posted on December 5\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n Join us for OUT OF EDEN\, a nature-inspired exhibition of works by international-acclaimed\, Cuban-American artist Yolanda Sánchez…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/out-of-eden-curators-talk/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/OUT-OF-EDEN-CURATORS-TALK-WEB.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230304 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230403 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20230203T142817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T154308Z UID:76615-1677888000-1680479999@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Youth Art Month 2023 DESCRIPTION:March is Youth Art Month!\nThe Clearwater Arts Alliance in partnership with Creative Pinellas is excited to present K-8th grade works of art from Pinellas County Schools. \nThe exhibition will open Saturday March 4 and run through April 2.  The gallery will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 12-5pm. Come see the energetic and vibrant artwork created by K-8 students in Pinellas County Schools. The theme is Visual Movement:  How can one convey motion or action through art? \nStudents and parents\, we hope you will attend the Opening Reception on Sunday\, March 5\, 2023 from 1:30-3pm. The Awards Ceremony will be in Courtyard at 2pm. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/march-is-youth-art-month-2023/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/YAM_web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T160000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20221221T173603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230129T171319Z UID:75716-1674914400-1674921600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:IMAGINE BLACKNESS Opening Reception + Artist Talk DESCRIPTION:Join us to attend an opening reception and artist talk for the IMAGINE BLACKNESS: ALTERNATE REALITIES AND COLLECTIVE DREAMING exhibition happening Saturday\, January 28 from 2-4 PM. The artist talk will begin at 2pm with the reception to follow.\nPlease RSVP\n  \nOn display will be a collaborative exploration of Blackness and Black representation through AI-generated images created by artist\, McArthur Freeman II\, and sociologist\, Elizabeth Hordge-Freeman. This exhibition invites viewers to engage in the act of collective dreaming as a social intervention\, which moves beyond the reality of the present world to (re)-imagine and discover new ways of seeing and being. Inspired by Black speculative fiction and Afro-Futurism\, the project offers viewers interactive opportunities to question\, inspire\, and escape by engaging the viewers’ own imaginations in the co-construction of the future and alternate worlds. \n\nFeatured Artists\n \n \n \n \n \n McArthur Freeman\n \n Posted on December 21\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n McArthur Freeman II is a visual artist and designer whose work explores hybridity and the construction of identity. His works have ranged from surreal narrative paintings and drawings to digitally constructed sculptural objects and animated 3D scenes. His most recent works combine three interrelated emerging technologies: digital sculpting\, 3D scanning\, and 3D printing. Freeman’s work… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Elizabeth Hordge-Freeman\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Dr. Elizabeth Hordge-Freeman is a Tampa native and a sociologist whose work addresses the intimate ways that systems of oppression (racism\, sexism\, and colorism) are reproduced through the material and affective experiences of Black women and families in Brazil and the United States. She earned her B.A. from Cornell University and her M.A. & Ph.D…. Read More \n \n \n \n \nEvents Surrounding IMAGINE BLACKNESS\n \n \n \n \n \n IMAGINE BLACKNESS Exhibition\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Join us for IMAGINE BLACKNESS\, a collaborative exploration of Blackness and Black representation through AI-generated images created by artist\, McArthur Freeman II\, and sociologist\, Elizabeth Hordge-Freeman…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/imagine-blackness-opening-reception/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/IB-OR-Web-Image-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20221221T163500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230108T212532Z UID:75694-1674151200-1674158400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:OUT OF EDEN Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:Join us to attend an opening reception for the OUT OF EDEN exhibition happening Thursday\, January 19 from 6-8 PM.\nPlease RSVP\n  \nOn display will be a nature-inspired exhibition of works by internationally acclaimed Cuban American artist Yolanda Sánchez. This is the first time that her textile work and her paintings are shown together. Her textiles are created using the traditional Korean Bojagi wrapping technique while her fabric choice and color are anything but traditional. Her artwork is full of lush\, vibrant colors that reflect the landscape surrounding the Gallery at Creative Pinellas and all of Pinewood Park. This exhibition will take you on a creative meditation of natural beauty. \nDon’t miss a magical evening that will awaken our senses through depths of color\, texture and light. \n\nFeatured Artist\n \n \n \n \n \n Yolanda Sánchez\n \n Posted on December 2\, 2022 by Yolanda Sánchez \n Born in Havana\, Cuba\, Yolanda Sánchez immigrated to the United States in February 1960. She obtained a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Florida State University and has practiced and taught psychology at the graduate level for over30 years. In her mid-thirties\, Dr. Sánchez returned to school\, obtaining a BFA and subsequently\, an MFA from Yale… Read More \n \n \n \nEvents Surrounding OUT OF EDEN\n \n \n \n \n \n OUT OF EDEN Exhibition\n \n Posted on December 5\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n Join us for OUT OF EDEN\, a nature-inspired exhibition of works by international-acclaimed\, Cuban-American artist Yolanda Sánchez…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/out-of-eden-opening-reception/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/OUT-OF-EDEN-OPENING-NIGHT-WEB.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230417 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20221205T161523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T223157Z UID:74885-1674086400-1681689599@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:OUT OF EDEN Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Join us for OUT OF EDEN\, a nature-inspired exhibition of works by internationally acclaimed Cuban American artist Yolanda Sánchez.\n  \nCuban American artist Yolanda Sánchez brings her nature-inspired art to the Gallery at Creative Pinellas with a new exhibition entitled “Out of Eden.” This is the first time that her textile work and her paintings are shown together. Her textiles are created using the traditional Korean Bojagi wrapping technique while her fabric choice and color are anything but traditional. Her artwork is full of lush\, vibrant colors that reflect the landscape surrounding the Gallery at Creative Pinellas and all of Pinewood Park. This exhibition will take you on a creative meditation of natural beauty. \n\nFeatured Artist\n \n \n \n \n \n Yolanda Sánchez\n \n Posted on December 2\, 2022 by Yolanda Sánchez \n Born in Havana\, Cuba\, Yolanda Sánchez immigrated to the United States in February 1960. She obtained a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Florida State University and has practiced and taught psychology at the graduate level for over30 years. In her mid-thirties\, Dr. Sánchez returned to school\, obtaining a BFA and subsequently\, an MFA from Yale… Read More \n \n \n \n  \nEvents Surrounding OUT OF EDEN\n \n \n \n \n \n OUT OF EDEN Curator’s Talk\n \n Posted on March 8\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n Join us to attend an OUT OF EDEN Curator’s Talk on Monday\, March 27th from 7-8pm…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/out-of-eden/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/OUT-OF-EDEN-WEB.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230227 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20221221T173613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T171917Z UID:75656-1674086400-1677455999@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:IMAGINE BLACKNESS Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Join us for IMAGINE BLACKNESS: ALTERNATE REALITIES AND COLLECTIVE DREAMING\, a collaborative exploration of Blackness and Black representation through AI-generated images created by artist\, McArthur Freeman II\, and sociologist\, Elizabeth Hordge-Freeman.\nFrom a botanical paradise laden with richly hued figures to an otherworldly futuristic sci-fi cosmos\, this exhibition invites viewers to engage in the act of collective dreaming as a social intervention\, which moves beyond the reality of the present world to (re)-imagine and discover new ways of seeing and being. Inspired by Black speculative fiction and Afro-Futurism\, the project offers viewers interactive opportunities to question\, inspire\, and escape by engaging the viewers’ own imaginations in the co-construction of the future and alternate worlds. \n\nFeatured Artists\n \n \n \n \n \n McArthur Freeman\n \n Posted on December 21\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n McArthur Freeman II is a visual artist and designer whose work explores hybridity and the construction of identity. His works have ranged from surreal narrative paintings and drawings to digitally constructed sculptural objects and animated 3D scenes. His most recent works combine three interrelated emerging technologies: digital sculpting\, 3D scanning\, and 3D printing. Freeman’s work… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Elizabeth Hordge-Freeman\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Dr. Elizabeth Hordge-Freeman is a Tampa native and a sociologist whose work addresses the intimate ways that systems of oppression (racism\, sexism\, and colorism) are reproduced through the material and affective experiences of Black women and families in Brazil and the United States. She earned her B.A. from Cornell University and her M.A. & Ph.D…. Read More \n \n \n \n  \nEvents Surrounding IMAGINE BLACKNESS\n \n \n \n \n \n IMAGINE BLACKNESS Opening Reception + Artist Talk\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Join us to attend an opening reception and artist talk for the IMAGINE BLACKNESS: ALTERNATE REALITIES AND COLLECTIVE DREAMING exhibition happening Saturday\, January 28 from 2-4 PM…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/imagine-blackness/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/IB-Web-Image-1920x1080-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T210000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20220923T091922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T215154Z UID:72111-1671127200-1671138000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Arts Annual 2022 – THE PARTY REDUX DESCRIPTION:THE PARTY IS BACK!\nWe are excited to announce the relaunch of Arts Annual’s THE PARTY REDUX on Thursday\, December 15th from 6-9 pm at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas. This one-night only event will be our only fundraiser of the year. Experience music\, visual art\, and participatory experiences – all from the Arts Coast. Enjoy a cash bar\, light bites\, and art. Dj Isha\, host of WMNF’s LatinX will be playing music throughout the evening. You’ll also be one of the first to try out the Arts Navigator\, a new app that will lead you to more incredible arts experiences in the Arts Coast. Come view\, buy\, and create during this unforgettable night of art. \nAlso\, thank you to everyone for your understanding as we navigated Tropical Storm Nicole\, resulting in the cancellation of our Arts Annual Fundraiser.   \nIf you have already purchased a ticket\, please read on.   \nIf you need a ticket\, tickets can be purchased online for $25. \nBook Now\n  \nIf you already have a general admission ticket\, your ticket will be valid for this new date. You will also get a complimentary ARTS COAST raffle ticket and free admission that night to the Holiday Lights happening at the Florida Botanical Gardens in our Park\, for continuing to support Creative Pinellas. \nIf you already have a VIP ticket\, you will still receive a VIP experience with an open bar\, two special and exclusive gifts\, three ARTS COAST raffle tickets\, and free admission to the Holiday Lights happening at the Florida Botanical Gardens in our Park.  \nThank you for continuing to support this fund event and we hope you can join us. \nTickets for THE PARTY REDUX helps us fulfill our mission of facilitating a vibrant and sustainable Pinellas County arts community as an arts and cultural destination. \n\n  \n\n\n\nArts Annual 2022 Exhibition Artists:  \n\nAnna Ayres\, Elizabeth Barenis\, Nathan Beard\, Christina Bertsos\, Saumitra Chandratreya\, Neverne Covington\, Javier T. Dones\, John Gascot\, Jim Gigurtsis\, Jason Hackenwerth\, Steph Hargrove\, Kenny Jensen\, Patricia Kluwe Derderian\, Cecilia Lueza\, Cora Marshall\, Mark Mitchell\, Gianna Pergamo\, Babs Reingold\, Carol Mickett & Robert Stackhouse\, Xina Scuderi\, Emily Stehle\, Judy Vienneau\, and Angela Warren. \n \n \n Jason Hackenwerth\, Immediate Past President & Artist\n By JasonHackenwerth \n Jason Hackenwerth is a professional artist with an extensive exhibition history spanning more than two decades. He was named a prestigious alum from his undergraduate\, as well as graduate\, universities of Webster University and Savannah College Of Art And Design…. Read More \n \n\n \n \n Anna Ayres\n By Anna Ayres \n Anna Ayres began her painting career well before she began painting. A childhood immersed in the four seasons of rural Vermont showcased the natural world to Ayres\, initiating an early sense of wonder and gratitude for it. In winters\, the Ayres family skated by lantern on icy cornfield valleys. In summers\, a waterfall in the… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Tom Sivak\n By Tom Sivak \n Tom Sivak\, Composer. Notable credits include Prelude and Fugue\, performed by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra\, The Brain That Wouldn’t Die! In 3-D!!! (2011 New York Musical Theater Festival)\, and The Great Bardo\, starring Jose Ferrer (Lincoln Center). Recent works include micro-operas\, Love v Death and Frankie & Gianni\, and musicals Oh Gasparella! and Sunshine City…. Read More \n \n\n \n \n Judy Vienneau\n By Judy Vienneau \n Judy Vienneau is a Professional Artist and Arts Administrator with a BFA from Massachusetts College of Art and Design in Boston. Since moving to Florida from Massachusetts in 1989\, having worked previously in commercial graphic design and advertising for 10 years\, Vienneau has been studying traditional sculptural techniques\, and producing wire and mixed media sculpture…. Read More \n \n\n \n \n Kenny Jensen\n By Kenny Jensen \n I am a multidisciplinary professional artist focused on growing an oil painting practice to sustain my goal to live and create artwork in the wilderness of Gulf Hammock\, FL. My wide ranging creative practices flow out of a lifelong connection to the hidden and overlooked wonders of Florida’s unique natural environment. I have been active… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Saumitra Chandratreya\n By Creative Pinellas \n Born 1990\, Saumitra Chandratreya is a Fiber-Installation artist who lives in St. Petersburg\, FL and Chicago\, IL. He was born in Mumbai and Bangalore\, India is his other home. He graduated from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago in 2017 with a Master of Design in Fashion\, Body and Garment. He has a… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Xina Scuderi\n By Xina Scuderi \n Xina Scuderi is a fine art photographer based in St. Petersburg\, Florida. In 2019 she was inspired to start the ‘Doors of St. Pete Project’ to honor her father who was an Artisan and Door Designer in St. Pete from the 1970s until the 2008 recession. Xina grew up in a house surrounded by craftsmanship… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Babs Reingold\n By Creative Pinellas \n Venezuela-born American artist Babs Reingold creates sculptures\, drawings\, and installations focusing on the environment and poverty. Ms. Reingold has an extensive showing history with 16 solo exhibitions and over 75 group exhibitions ranging from museums\, universities\, alternative spaces and galleries. Solo exhibits include venues in New York City\, Los Angeles CA\, Atlanta GA\, Savannah GA\,… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Elizabeth Barenis\n 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 Gianna Pergamo\n By Gianna Pergamo \n Gianna Pergamo is an artist from Brooklyn\, New York who now lives in St. Petersburg\, Florida. She received her BFA in Illustration from the Rhode Island School of Design in 2011. Gianna is primarily a mixed media artist\, combining collage\, acrylic paint\, colored pencil\, and more. She was a previous recipient of the Creative Pinellas… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Angela Warren\n By Angela Warren \n Angela Warren lives in St. Petersburg\, Florida. In 2018 she received a Pollock and Krasner Fellowship to attend Vermont Studio Center artist in residence program.Angela spent 2017 and 2018 teaching art post hurricane Irma in St. John\, US Virgin Islands where she helped people heal through art…. Read More \n \n\n \n \n Javier T Dones\n By Javier Dones \n Javier’s current work springs from a lifelong passion and fascination for the elements of nature\, her power\, arrangements\, and structures. The medium is metals and chemistry. Copper is the main working material…. Read More \n \n\n \n \n Nathan Beard\n By Nathan Beard \n Nathan Beard’s richly layered paintings combine playful Abstract Expressionism with fields of color that transition slowly through hue and temperature. He slices blue painter’s tape\, strip-by-strip\, and methodically applies it to create cyclic patterns that enhance… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Neverne Covington\n By NeverneCovington \n Neverne Covington’s drawings\, prints\, paintings and sculpture explore childhood\, language\, landscape\, memory\, and the American south where she grew up. Her work has been exhibited at the Florida Museum for Women Artists\, the Tampa Museum of Art\, the Brevard Museum of Art\, the State Capital and various venues throughout Florida and at the Museum of… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Mark Mitchell\n By MarkMitchell \n Mark Mitchell is an international artist and painter of Conceptual Pop Art. As a PRATT grad\, SVA alum\, and former NYC advertising creative director\, he has spent his entire career honing his visual communication skills…. Read More \n \n\n \n \n Patricia Kluwe Derderian\n By PatriciaKluweDerderian \n Arts Coast Galleries Artist Patricia Kluwe Derderian has always loved to draw\, even the smell of her uncle’s colored pencils inspired her to major in architecture – since art was not an option in the little city where she was raised in Brazil. She has used her art to express her projects and ideas…. Read More \n \n\n \n \n Emily Lee Stehle/The Happiest Rabbit\n By Emily Lee Stehle \n Emily Lee Stehle is a mixed media fiber artist who has been three times an Emerging Artist. First with Florida CraftArt in 2017\, second with the Gasparilla Festival of the Arts in 2018 and 2021 for Creative Pinellas. She says she’ll never stop emerging as she sees inspiration every day for her art practice of… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Carol Mickett & Robert Stackhouse\n By Carol Mickett Robert Stackhouse \n Carol Mickett and Robert Stackhouse are a collaborative team whose 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional art is focused on water and climate issues.  Mickett and Stackhouse were the 2020 Creative Pinellas Art Laureates and received a Creative Loafing Best of the Bay Critic Award for their science conversations. … Read More \n \n\n \n \n Cecilia Lueza\n By Cecilia Lueza \n Argentine-American artist Cecilia Lueza is well known for creating vibrant public art across the United States and beyond. Throughout her career\, the artist has intensely explored a wide range of artistic media including painting\, sculpture and monumental outdoor installations. Her awe-inspiring murals can often be found in unexpected locations such as rooftops and street intersections…. Read More \n \n\n \n\n\nSee how the Arts Coast is a vibrant and sustainable arts community and an arts and cultural destination. \n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2022 Collection\n \n Posted on November 16\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n Browse the Arts Annual 2022 and collect what feels right for you from the amazing Arts Coast artists featured in the latest exhibition from Creative Pinellas…. Read More \n \n \n \n  \n\nWe are still holding our Arts Coast Raffle. Purchase tickets when you arrive for a chance to win one of 3 ARTS COAST PACKAGES!\n\nRaffle tickets are; 1 ticket for $25\, 3 tickets for $50\, and 10 tickets for $100. Must be present with a ticket to win. \n\n\nFor the Love of Art | Value: Over $1\,200\nEnjoy your choice of lunch or brunch for four at the Teak Restaurant at the St. Pete Pier. Plus a $1\,000 gift certificate towards the purchase of artwork at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas.\n\nARTcation for Two | Value: Over $600\nEnjoy a dinner at Birch and Wine\, then see a theatre production at American Stage\, and spend the night in beautiful downtown St. Petersburg at the Hyatt Place St Pete.\n\nExplore the Arts for Two | Value: $500\nExperience some of what the Arts Coast has to offer! Enjoy a Food Arts Class for two and a Family Entry to the DLM Children’s ART Museum at the Dunedin Fine Art Center\, 2 theatre tickets to both American Stage and freeFall Theatre\, a Night at the Opera with St. Pete Opera\, and two tickets to the Museum of Fine Arts St. Pete.\n\n  \nBeyond the Walls 2022\n \n \n \n \n \n Beyond the Walls 2022\n \n Posted on October 17\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n Get ready to experience a brilliant splash of color and artistic inspiration on your next trip to the Arts Coast. Cool art pieces created by leading artists living and working in the Arts Coast\, Pinellas County\, are on display in participating hotels\, reinventing the typical art gallery experience by taking art Beyond The Walls. You’ll be… Read More \n \n \n \n  \nPAST EVENTS: \nFriday\, November 11: Artist Tours & Talks\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2022 – Artist Tours & Talks\n \n Posted on August 30\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n The Arts Annual 2022 continues Friday with artist tours and talks throughout the day. These opportunities allow us to celebrate the artists in the Arts Coast while learning more about the artists and their processes. Free to the public. Below is the schedule for the artists’ talks. 12:00pm 12:30pm 1:00pm 1:30pm 2:00pm Tampa Bay Afrofuturism… Read More \n \n \n \nSaturday\, November 12: Performances in the Park\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2022 – Performances in the Park\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n The Arts Annual 2022 wraps up a celebratory weekend with artists in Music\, Theatre\, Dance and Film for Performances in the Park.  There will be special appearance by Tampa Bay Ray’s mascot and food available by Top Nosh Street Food.  Free to the public. In the Courtyard: 11:00 am: Scenes from the Nutcracker from the… Read More \n \n \n \nBecome a Sponsor Today!\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual Sponsorship\n \n Posted on September 1\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n SUPPORT PINELLAS ARTS AND CULTURE! Be part of an unforgettable arts and cultural experience! As an Arts Annual Hurricane Relief Fundraiser sponsor\, you will receive marketing and publicity leading up to and during the Arts Annual\, both in the gallery and online. Your support helps Creative Pinellas provide funding to the creative community. Thank you… Read More \n \n \n \n\n\n  \n\n\n \nCREATIVE PINELLAS is a 501(c)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION # CH52844 AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED BY CALLING TOLL-FREE WITHIN THE STATE\, 800-435-7352 OR VISITING WWW.800HELPFLA.COM. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT\, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.\n\nRelated Events\nBecome a Sponsor Today!\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual Sponsorship\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n SUPPORT PINELLAS ARTS AND CULTURE! Be part of an unforgettable arts and cultural experience! As an Arts Annual Hurricane Relief Fundraiser sponsor\, you will receive marketing and publicity leading up to and during the Arts Annual\, both in the gallery and online. Your support helps Creative Pinellas provide funding to the creative community. Thank you… Read More \n \n \n \n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/arts-annual-2022-the-party/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/22-AA-Logo-Poppins-THE-PARTY-REDUX-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221216 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20221129T215952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221209T170749Z UID:74971-1669766400-1671148799@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Path to Unity DESCRIPTION:Creative Pinellas is pleased to be hosting The Florida Bar’s Path to Unity Project from November 30 – December 15\, 2022. Path to Unity is a traveling exhibit sponsored by the Florida Bar ‘s Standing Committee on Diversity and Inclusion\, honoring attorneys in Florida who exemplify the values for The Florida Bar’s mission for equality.\n“This program is a celebration of diverse attorneys who are each trailblazers in their own right\,” Starlett Massey and Kyleen Hinkle\, co-chairs of the Pinellas County Path to Unity committee\, said in a prepared statement. “It is designed to educate lawyers and non-lawyers alike about our country’s civil rights movement. Each of these attorneys both lived and influenced the modern civil rights movement. Their stories remind us of our potential to impact positive change.” \nThe esteemed lawyers being featured in the exhibit include: \n\nJames Weldon Johnson – the first Black person admitted to The Florida Bar through an individual examination who also wrote the hymn “Lift Every Voice and Sing” in 1900 that became referred to as the Black national anthem\nAnna Brenner Meyers – the founding member and first president of the Florida Association for Women Lawyers\nJudge Mario Goderich – the first president of the Cuban American Bar Association and the first Hispanic/Cuban American to hold all of his judicial posts\nLarry D. Smith – a tireless advocate for the LGBTQ community and the first openly gay member to serve on the Supreme Court Commission of Florida\nJames Kracht – a blind and fierce advocate for blind lawyers in Florida and past president of the Florida Council for the Blind\, who helped organize The Florida Bar’s first CLE seminar about lawyers with disabilities\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Anna Brenner Meyers – Painting by Iman Zadrozny\, Ringling College of Art & Design\n \n \n \n \n \n James Weldon Johnson – Painting by Nicholas R. Mote\, Maryland Institute College of Art\n \n \n \n \n \n James “Jim” Kracht – Painting by Brooke Brogan\, Ringling College of Art & Design\n \n \n \n \n \n Larry Smith – Painting by Oliver Stephenson\, Ringling College of Art & Design\n \n \n \n \n \n Judge Mario Goderich – Painting by Kevin Cuellar\, Ringling College of Art & Design\n \n \n\nClick here to learn more about the traveling exhibition\n \nWe are so excited to work with the committee and to host this exhibit at the gallery at Creative Pinellas\,” said Barbara St. Clair\, Creative Pinellas CEO. “Art has a unique way of connecting ideas and emotions\, of telling stories in ways that create an opportunity for people to learn things they didn’t know and see things in new ways. In this case\, five amazing portraits\, of five powerful leaders\, who changed the world in positive ways.”\nCreative Pinellas is also offering a Continuing Legal Education course that aligns with the exhibit on Thursday December 8\, 2022\, from 3-5pm featuring Larry D. Smith\, the only living lawyer to be honored with a Path to Unity portrait. For more information and to register for the CLE program\, please visit REGISTER HERE URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/path-to-unity/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Path-to-Unity-Featured-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T160000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20220830T094041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T153712Z UID:71616-1668250800-1668268800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Arts Annual 2022 – Performances in the Park DESCRIPTION:The Arts Annual 2022 wraps up a celebratory weekend with artists in Music\, Theatre\, Dance and Film for Performances in the Park.  \nThere will be special appearance by Tampa Bay Ray’s mascot and food available by Top Nosh Street Food.  \nFree to the public. \n \n\nIn the Courtyard:\n11:00 am: Scenes from the Nutcracker from the Academy of Ballet Arts – Suzanne Pomerantzeff\, Director (A Childhood Classic!) \n11:30 am: Musical highlights from Oh Gasparella! A new musical by Tom Sivak (She’s not your mother’s Disney princess!) \n12:15 pm: Latin Dance Performance and Instruction with Javier T. Dones  (Learn some moves then stay to dance with band) \n1:00 pm & 1:45 pm: (2 sets) O Som Do Jazz led by composer David Manson  (Florida Brazilian bossa nova\, samba-jazz & MPB band ) David Manson with O Som Do Jazz premieres new jazz compositions Nova Música: New Works influenced by Brazilian samba\, Bossa Nova & Baião. \n2:45 pm Musical highlights from GASPAR! THE MUSICAL music by Constantine Grame and book and lyrics by Bill Leavengood  (a fast-paced\, bawdy tale of “trading places” that finds the legendary pirate\,  Jose Gaspar\, magically transported through time to modern day Tampa Bay) \nIn the Auditorium:\n\n12:00 pm\nDiversity 2022 – A Portrait of the Local Community.\nA 30-minute film by Don Gialanella and Ran Flugstad illustrating the diversity and beauty of the human community of Pinellas County. \n1:00 pm\nLittle Satchmo\nDirected by John Alexander\nProduced by Lea Umberger and JC Guest\nFeaturing Sharon Preston-Folta\, daughter of Louis Armstrong\nThe life of legendary American jazz trumpeter Louis Armstrong’s secret daughter\, who kept her familial link hidden for years. \n2:00 pm\nSIMI The Series Episode 1\nWritten and Directed by Debbie Yati Garrett.\nCo-Directed by Cranstan Cumberbatch\nThis is a Supernatural Drama and Thriller. \n3:00 pm\nDiversity 2022 – A Portrait of the Local Community.\nA 30-minute film by Don Gialanella and Ran Flugstad illustrating the diversity and beauty of the human community of Pinellas County. \n4:00 pm\nLittle Satchmo\nDirected by John Alexander\nProduced by Lea Umberger and JC Guest\nFeaturing Sharon Preston- Folta\, daughter of Louis Armstrong \n  \n  \n\n\n \n\n\n  \nRelated Events\nThursday\, November 10: THE PARTY\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2022 – THE PARTY REDUX\n \n Posted on September 23\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n We are excited to announce the relaunch of Arts Annual’s THE PARTY REDUX on Thursday\, December 15th from 6-9 pm at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas. This one-night only event will be our only fundraiser of the year. Experience music\, visual art\, and participatory experiences – all from the Arts Coast…. Read More \n \n \n \nFriday\, November 11: Artist Tours & Talks\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2022 – Artist Tours & Talks\n \n Posted on August 30\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n The Arts Annual 2022 continues Friday with artist tours and talks throughout the day. These opportunities allow us to celebrate the artists in the Arts Coast while learning more about the artists and their processes. Free to the public. Below is the schedule for the artists’ talks. 12:00pm 12:30pm 1:00pm 1:30pm 2:00pm Tampa Bay Afrofuturism… Read More \n \n \n \nBecome a Sponsor Today!\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual Sponsorship\n \n Posted on September 1\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n SUPPORT PINELLAS ARTS AND CULTURE! Be part of an unforgettable arts and cultural experience! As an Arts Annual Hurricane Relief Fundraiser sponsor\, you will receive marketing and publicity leading up to and during the Arts Annual\, both in the gallery and online. Your support helps Creative Pinellas provide funding to the creative community. Thank you… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/arts-annual-2022-musica-latina/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/22-AA-Logo-Poppins.-1920-x-1080-v2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221111T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221231T170000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20220726T151433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T175901Z UID:17227-1668168000-1672506000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Arts Annual 2022 DESCRIPTION:The Arts Annual Exhibition is open at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas November 11th through December 31st\, 2022.\nNow in its fifth year! This year’s Arts Annual features some of Pinellas county’s most well-known artists as well as innovative up-and-coming creators. Each year\, Creative Pinellas invites past Professional and Emerging Artist Grantees to participate in the Arts Annual and highlight some of our county’s amazing artistic talent. Arts Annual 2022 features 25 artists and over 100 pieces of artwork are on display. You will be able to view\, buy\, and engage in participatory experiences – all from the arts coast. \nThe Gallery now has extended hours Wednesdays through Sundays\, from 12 pm – 8 pm until December 30th. December 31st\, the gallery will be closing at 5 pm. \nBe sure to stop by our NEW Holiday Pop-Up Cafe opening Nov 30th located inside the Gallery at Creative Pinellas! The Cafe will be serving coffee\, tea\, hot chocolate\, bottled water\, and snacks. \nAttend the exhibition to view the creative works of Anna Ayres\, Elizabeth Barenis\, Nathan Beard\, Christina Bertsos\, Saumitra Chandratreya\, Neverne Covington\, Javier T. Dones\, John Gascot\, Jim Gigurtsis\, Jason Hackenwerth\, Steph Hargrove\, Kenny Jensen\, Patricia Kluwe Derderian\, Cecilia Lueza\, Cora Marshall\, Mark Mitchell\, Gianna Pergamo\, Babs Reingold\, Carol Mickett & Robert Stackhouse\, Xina Scuderi\, Emily Stehle\, Judy Vienneau\, and Angela Warren. \nSee how the Arts Coast is a vibrant and sustainable arts community and an arts and cultural destination. \n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2022 Collection\n \n Posted on November 16\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n Browse the Arts Annual 2022 and collect what feels right for you from the amazing Arts Coast artists featured in the latest exhibition from Creative Pinellas…. Read More \n \n \n \nBeyond the Walls 2022\n \n \n \n \n \n Beyond the Walls 2022\n \n Posted on October 17\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n Get ready to experience a brilliant splash of color and artistic inspiration on your next trip to the Arts Coast. Cool art pieces created by leading artists living and working in the Arts Coast\, Pinellas County\, are on display in participating hotels\, reinventing the typical art gallery experience by taking art Beyond The Walls. You’ll be… Read More \n \n \n \n \nPAST EVENTS: \nFriday\, November 11: Artist Tours & Talks\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2022 – Artist Tours & Talks\n \n Posted on August 30\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n The Arts Annual 2022 continues Friday with artist tours and talks throughout the day. These opportunities allow us to celebrate the artists in the Arts Coast while learning more about the artists and their processes. Free to the public. Below is the schedule for the artists’ talks. 12:00pm 12:30pm 1:00pm 1:30pm 2:00pm Tampa Bay Afrofuturism… Read More \n \n \n \nSaturday\, November 12: Performances in the Park\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2022 – Performances in the Park\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n The Arts Annual 2022 wraps up a celebratory weekend with artists in Music\, Theatre\, Dance and Film for Performances in the Park.  There will be special appearance by Tampa Bay Ray’s mascot and food available by Top Nosh Street Food.  Free to the public. In the Courtyard: 11:00 am: Scenes from the Nutcracker from the… Read More \n \n \n \nBecome a Sponsor Today!\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual Sponsorship\n \n Posted on September 1\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n SUPPORT PINELLAS ARTS AND CULTURE! Be part of an unforgettable arts and cultural experience! As an Arts Annual Hurricane Relief Fundraiser sponsor\, you will receive marketing and publicity leading up to and during the Arts Annual\, both in the gallery and online. Your support helps Creative Pinellas provide funding to the creative community. Thank you… Read More \n \n \n \nThursday\, December 15: THE PARTY REDUX\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2022 – THE PARTY REDUX\n \n Posted on September 23\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n We are excited to announce the relaunch of Arts Annual’s THE PARTY REDUX on Thursday\, December 15th from 6-9 pm at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas. This one-night only event will be our only fundraiser of the year. Experience music\, visual art\, and participatory experiences – all from the Arts Coast…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/arts-annual-2022/ LOCATION:FL CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/22-AA-Logo-Poppins.-1920-x-1080-v2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221111T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221111T170000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20220830T090559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T141028Z UID:72100-1668168000-1668186000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Arts Annual 2022 – Artist Tours & Talks DESCRIPTION:The Arts Annual 2022 continues Friday with artist tours and talks throughout the day. These opportunities allow us to celebrate the artists in the Arts Coast while learning more about the artists and their processes. \nFree to the public.\nBelow is the schedule for the artists’ talks. \n12:00pm\n \n \n \n \n \n Neverne Covington\n \n Posted on August 5\, 2021 by NeverneCovington \n Neverne Covington’s drawings\, prints\, paintings and sculpture explore childhood\, language\, landscape\, memory\, and the American south where she grew up. Her work has been exhibited at the Florida Museum for Women Artists\, the Tampa Museum of Art\, the Brevard Museum of Art\, the State Capital and various venues throughout Florida and at the Museum of… Read More \n \n \n \n12:30pm\n \n \n \n \n \n Patricia Kluwe Derderian\n \n Posted on August 4\, 2021 by PatriciaKluweDerderian \n Arts Coast Galleries Artist Patricia Kluwe Derderian has always loved to draw\, even the smell of her uncle’s colored pencils inspired her to major in architecture – since art was not an option in the little city where she was raised in Brazil. She has used her art to express her projects and ideas…. Read More \n \n \n \n1:00pm\n \n \n \n \n \n Jim Gigurtsis\n \n Posted on October 29\, 2021 by Creative Pinellas \n Jim Gigurtsis was born in Crete\, Greece and moved to England as a young adult. Jim moved to Seminole\, Pinellas County from Europe in 2016. Jim Gigurtsis is an award winning multi-discipline artist. His work is internationally known and found in private and public collections. Jim’s preferred medium is oil painting but he also uses… Read More \n \n \n \n1:30pm\n \n \n \n \n \n Emily Lee Stehle/The Happiest Rabbit\n \n Posted on July 6\, 2021 by Emily Lee Stehle \n Emily Lee Stehle is a mixed media fiber artist who has been three times an Emerging Artist. First with Florida CraftArt in 2017\, second with the Gasparilla Festival of the Arts in 2018 and 2021 for Creative Pinellas. She says she’ll never stop emerging as she sees inspiration every day for her art practice of… Read More \n \n \n \n2:00pm Tampa Bay Afrofuturism Festival Panel Discussion*\n\n\nCreative Pinellas is excited to share that the Tampa Bay Afrofuturism Festival will be presenting their first event of their three day event here at Creative Pinellas with “THE JOURNEY: The Future of Black Tampa Bay.” \n“THE JOURNEY: The Future of Black Tampa Bay” panelists and moderator are: \n\n\n\n\n\nAntonio Brown\, Black Excellence Summit\, Barbershop Bookclub/Central Station Barbershop & Grooming\nCeleste Davis\, Director of Arts\, Culture\, and Tourism for the City of St. Petersburg\nDr. Katurah Jenkins Hall\, GRACE-Greater Reach Alliance of Counselors and Educators\, LLC\nCarl Lavender\, Foundation for a Healthy St. Pete\nJudith Scully\, law professor\, co-founder of Stetson’s Innocence Project\nJake-ann Jones (Moderator)\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Jake-ann Jones\n \n Posted on July 7\, 2021 by Jake-ann Jones \n Jake-ann Jones also works under the name J.A. Jones and J.A. Morton (she\, her\, hers)\, is the 2022 Creative Pinellas Artist Laureate\, and author of the Black Classic Press release SometimesFarmgirls Become Revolutionaries: Notes on Black Power\, Politics\, Depression\, and the FBI. She works extensively with community organizations through the SOW Fund at Pinellas Community… Read More \n \n \n \n3:00pm\n \n \n \n \n \n Judy Vienneau\n \n Posted on October 29\, 2021 by Judy Vienneau \n Judy Vienneau is a Professional Artist and Arts Administrator with a BFA from Massachusetts College of Art and Design in Boston. Since moving to Florida from Massachusetts in 1989\, having worked previously in commercial graphic design and advertising for 10 years\, Vienneau has been studying traditional sculptural techniques\, and producing wire and mixed media sculpture…. Read More \n \n \n \n3:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n Christina Bertsos\n \n Posted on September 21\, 2021 by Christina Bertsos \n Fluidity converges with emotion and sensuality in the stone sculptures of Chicago born sculptor\, Christina Bertsos. Creating surfaces honed by hand to coax the stone’s luminous quality\, she highlights its beauty as a reflection of humanity’s inner essence. Bertsos began her self-taught journey in 2012 at the Dunedin Fine Art Center in Dunedin\, FL. A… Read More \n \n \n \n4:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n Saumitra Chandratreya\n \n Posted on October 25\, 2021 by Creative Pinellas \n Born 1990\, Saumitra Chandratreya is a Fiber-Installation artist who lives in St. Petersburg\, FL and Chicago\, IL. He was born in Mumbai and Bangalore\, India is his other home. He graduated from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago in 2017 with a Master of Design in Fashion\, Body and Garment. He has a… Read More \n \n \n \n4:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n Mark Mitchell\n \n Posted on August 4\, 2021 by MarkMitchell \n Mark Mitchell is an international artist and painter of Conceptual Pop Art. As a PRATT grad\, SVA alum\, and former NYC advertising creative director\, he has spent his entire career honing his visual communication skills…. Read More \n \n \n \n*This panel conversation will be held at the auditorium at Creative Pinellas \n  \nRelated Events\nThursday\, November 10: THE PARTY\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2022 – THE PARTY REDUX\n \n Posted on September 23\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n We are excited to announce the relaunch of Arts Annual’s THE PARTY REDUX on Thursday\, December 15th from 6-9 pm at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas. This one-night only event will be our only fundraiser of the year. Experience music\, visual art\, and participatory experiences – all from the Arts Coast…. Read More \n \n \n \nSaturday\, November 12: Performances in the Park\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2022 – Performances in the Park\n \n Posted on August 30\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n The Arts Annual 2022 wraps up a celebratory weekend with artists in Music\, Theatre\, Dance and Film for Performances in the Park.  There will be special appearance by Tampa Bay Ray’s mascot and food available by Top Nosh Street Food.  Free to the public. In the Courtyard: 11:00 am: Scenes from the Nutcracker from the… Read More \n \n \n \nBecome a Sponsor Today!\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual Sponsorship\n \n Posted on September 1\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n SUPPORT PINELLAS ARTS AND CULTURE! Be part of an unforgettable arts and cultural experience! As an Arts Annual Hurricane Relief Fundraiser sponsor\, you will receive marketing and publicity leading up to and during the Arts Annual\, both in the gallery and online. Your support helps Creative Pinellas provide funding to the creative community. Thank you… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/arts-annual-2022-artist-tours-talks/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/22-AA-Logo-Poppins.-1920-x-1080-v2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221221 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20221017T094501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221029T165213Z UID:72127-1664409600-1671580799@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Beyond the Walls 2022 DESCRIPTION:Get ready to experience a brilliant splash of color and artistic inspiration on your next trip to the Arts Coast.\nCool art pieces created by leading artists living and working in the Arts Coast\, Pinellas County\, are on display in participating hotels\, reinventing the typical art gallery experience by taking art Beyond The Walls. You’ll be awed by a variety of dynamic artwork created in different shapes\, sizes\, and styles. Each piece of artwork is available for contactless purchase. \nYou can deepen your arts experience by planning a visit to the Arts Annual exhibition at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas: Wednesdays through Sundays from 12pm to 5pm between Nov. 11 through Dec. 31st. The exhibition features over 100 inspiring art pieces from more than 25 artists\, ranging from cutting edge up-and-comers to artists with international followings. Enjoy the arts and purchase amazing new pieces – all at the 2022 Arts Annual exhibition. Admission is free. \nBe sure to Visit St. Pete/Clearwater for more information on your next trip to Pinellas County. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Beyond the Walls 22 – Patricia Kluwe Derderian at The Don CeSar\, St Pete Beach\n \n Posted on October 27\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n Patricia Kluwe Derderian has always loved to draw\, even the smell of her uncle’s colored pencils inspired her to major in architecture – since art was not an option in the little city where she was raised in Brazil. She has used her art to express her projects and ideas……. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Beyond the Walls 22 – Don Gialanella at the Hyatt Place\, St. Petersburg Downtown\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Donald Gialanella was born in Plainfield\, New Jersey. At the age of 19 the sculptor moved to New York City where he attended The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art. During this time\, the late 1970s… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Beyond the Walls 22 – Angela Warren at the Fenway Hotel\, Dunedin Florida\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Angela Warren lives in St. Petersburg\, Florida. In 2018 she received a Pollock and Krasner Fellowship to attend Vermont Studio Center artist in residence program.Angela spent 2017 and 2018 teaching art post hurricane Irma in St. John\, US Virgin Islands where she helped people heal through art… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Beyond the Walls 22 – Laura Spencer at the Belleview Inn\, Belleair Florida\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Laura Spencer is an Illustrator and Graphic Designer based in St. Petersburg\, FL. Having started her formal art training at a very young age . . …. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Beyond the Walls 22 – Javier T. Dones at The Birchwood\, St. Pete\, Florida\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Javier’s current work springs from a lifelong passion and fascination for the elements of nature\, her power\, arrangements\, and structures. The medium is metals and chemistry. Copper is the main working material… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Beyond the Walls 22 – Christina Bertsos at the Sandpearl Resort\, Clearwater Beach\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Christina Bertsos is an award-winning sculptor who lives in Dunedin\, FL.  Her journey as an artist began as a child with a deep love for drawing and a fierce creative spirit.  Continuing her passionate journey\, she studied life drawing… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Beyond the Walls 22- John Gascot at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort\, Clearwater Beach\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n John Gascot spent the first twelve years of his life in Puerto Rico\, a fact to which he attributes his love of bold color. While he creates in a variety of styles\, including Painterly and Geometric Abstractions\, Latin Pop paintings are his signature. He affectionately coined the style “Latin Pop” after years . . …. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Beyond the Walls 22 – Cecilia Lueza at the Wyndham Grand\, Clearwater Beach\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Fine artist Cecilia Lueza is a painter and sculptor who works in an array of forms. Wood\, metal\, ceramic and polyurethane are just a few of the materials she has used to create pieces that are imaginative\, whimsical\, spiritual and inspiring. Born in Argentina\, Lueza earned her Master’s of Fine Arts from the Universidad… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Beyond the Walls 22 – Mickett Stackhouse at Innisbrook\, A Salamander Golf and Spa Resort\, Palm Harbor\, FL\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Carol Mickett and Robert Stackhouse have worked collaboratively for over sixteen years . . . … Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Beyond the Walls 22 – Anna Ayres at the Sirata Beach Resort\, St Pete Beach\n \n Posted on September 28\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n Anna Ayres began her painting career well before she began painting. A childhood immersed in the four seasons of rural Vermont showcased the natural world to Ayres\, initiating an early sense of wonder and gratitude for it. In winter\, the Ayres family skated by lantern on icy cornfield valleys. In summers\, a waterfall in the…… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Beyond the Walls 22 – Xina Scuderi at the Bilmar Beach Resort\, Treasure Island\n \n Posted on September 27\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n Xina Scuderi is a self-taught fine art photographer native to St. Petersburg\, Florida. Xina Scuderi’s photography career started in 2012 with picking up a camera at a time she was starting a new life. Within 5 years she was an Emerging Artist at Winter Park Sidewalk Arts Festival\, Gasparilla Festival of the Arts\, and Creative… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/beyond-the-walls-2022/ LOCATION:FL CATEGORIES:Beyond the Walls Exhibition,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/BTW-BTS.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220722T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220722T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20220608T170046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220722T181340Z UID:15489-1658512800-1658520000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:DARKMATTER Exhibition Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:Join us to attend an opening reception for DARKMATTER exhibition happening Friday\, July 22 from 6-8 PM.\nPlease RSVP\n  \nOn display will be an immersive exhibition of works by internationally-acclaimed sculptor and multi-disciplinary artist Jason Hackenwerth. This exhibition will take viewers on an awe-inspiring journey through turbulence and drama to transcendence and joy. Two massive sculptures made in the artist’s signature vocabulary of latex balloons will anchor the show in the main gallery and will be accompanied by huge paintings and a scintillating retrospective of more than 50 drawings and images of Hackenwerth’s exhibitions from the past 20 years. \nDon’t miss an incredible evening that will inspire the whole family with promises of intrigue and surprise. \nFEATURED ARTIST\n \n \n \n \n \n Jason Hackenwerth\, Immediate Past President & Artist\n \n Posted on July 5\, 2022 by JasonHackenwerth \n Jason Hackenwerth is a professional artist with an extensive exhibition history spanning more than two decades. He was named a prestigious alum from his undergraduate\, as well as graduate\, universities of Webster University and Savannah College Of Art And Design…. Read More \n \n \n \nEvents Surrounding DARKMATTER\n \n \n \n \n \n DARKMATTER Exhibition\n \n Posted on June 8\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n Join us for DARKMATTER\, an immersive exhibition of works by internationally-acclaimed sculptor and multi-disciplinary artist Jason Hackenwerth. This exhibition will take viewers on an awe-inspiring journey through turbulence and drama to transcendence and joy. Two massive sculptures made in the artist’s signature vocabulary of latex balloons will anchor the show in the main gallery and… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/darkmatter-exhibition-opening-reception/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event,Opening Reception ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/DARKMATTER-Opening-Reception-Web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220722 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221017 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20220608T170051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T164458Z UID:15485-1658448000-1665964799@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:DARKMATTER Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Join us for DARKMATTER\, an immersive exhibition of works by internationally-acclaimed sculptor and multi-disciplinary artist Jason Hackenwerth.\nThis exhibition will take viewers on an awe-inspiring journey through turbulence and drama to transcendence and joy. Two massive sculptures made in the artist’s signature vocabulary of latex balloons will anchor the show in the main gallery and will be accompanied by huge paintings and a scintillating retrospective of more than 50 drawings and images of Hackenwerth’s exhibitions from the past 20 years. DARKMATTER will be an inspiration for the whole family\, promising intrigue and surprise. \nAt Creative Pinellas (noon – 5 pm / Workshop 1 pm):\nJoin Artist Jason Hackenwerth at 1pm as he leads a FREE DARKMATTER Family Arts Workshop teaching how to create sculpture using balloons! Perfect for the whole family. Exhibition open through October 16. \nFEATURED ARTISTS\n \n \n \n \n \n Jason Hackenwerth\, Immediate Past President & Artist\n \n Posted on July 5\, 2022 by JasonHackenwerth \n Jason Hackenwerth is a professional artist with an extensive exhibition history spanning more than two decades. He was named a prestigious alum from his undergraduate\, as well as graduate\, universities of Webster University and Savannah College Of Art And Design…. Read More \n \n \n \nEvents Surrounding DARKMATTER\n \n \n \n \n \n Third Saturdays at Pinewood\n \n Posted on April 6\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n Celebrate at Pinewood (Florida Botanical Gardens\, Creative Pinellas\, Heritage Village) from 10 am to 5 pm every 3rd Saturday! Free event\, free parking! Learn More…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DARKMATTER Exhibition Opening Reception\n \n Posted on June 8\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n Join us to attend an opening reception for DARKMATTER exhibition happening Friday\, July 22 from 6-8 PM.   On display will be an immersive exhibition of works by internationally-acclaimed sculptor and multi-disciplinary artist Jason Hackenwerth. This exhibition will take viewers on an awe-inspiring journey through turbulence and drama to transcendence and joy. Two massive sculptures… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/darkmatter-exhibition/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/DARKMATTER-Web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220626T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220626T170000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20220516T201359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220624T174032Z UID:14530-1656248400-1656262800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:THE THINGS THEY LEFT BEHIND Exhibition Closing Commemoration DESCRIPTION:Join us to attend a participatory Closing Commemoration for THE THINGS THEY LEFT BEHIND exhibition happening Sunday\, June 26 from 1-5 pm.\nThis commemoration will create an opportunity for our community to come together with activities that include art making\, names reading\, and a guided meditation. \nActivities for the Day\n1-2:00\nArt activity\n1:30\nEmerging Artist Talk – Heather Rippert (Gallery)\n2:00\nCommemoration with Empath Health to close The Things They Left Behind (Auditorium)\n3:30\nGuided Meditation  Led by Frederick Woods\, Professional Artist Grantee (Front classroom)\n4:00\nEmerging Artist Closing Reception\nPlease RSVP\n  \n“THE THINGS THEY LEFT BEHIND: Grief\, Discovery\, and Remembrance\,” an interactive community-curated exhibition was created to memorialize and honor those who have passed away over the last two years from Covid and other causes. Conceived as a way to use the arts to help our community heal\, the exhibition features crafts\, writing\, photography\, and other memorabilia from those being remembered\, including the artwork of arts administrator Suzanne Ruley. “THE THINGS THEY LEFT BEHIND: Grief\, Discovery\, and Remembrance” exhibition runs through June 26. Programming in partnership with Empath Health. \n  \nEXHIBITION SPONSORS \nSUNCOAST HOSPICE FOUNDATION a member of Empath Health \nVisit St. Pete/Clearwater \nPinellas County\, FL \nThe State of Florida and Division of Cultural Affairs \nCOMMUNITY PARTNERS \nEmpath Health \nCentral Pinellas Chamber of Commerce \nGreater Seminole Area Chamber of Commerce \nSt. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce \nSafety Harbor Chamber of Commerce \n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/the-things-they-left-behind-exhibition-closing-commemoration/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/THE-THINGS-THEY-LEFT-BEHIND-CC-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220524 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220627 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20220523T193328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T185123Z UID:14873-1653350400-1656287999@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Emerging Artist 2022 Virtual Exhibition DESCRIPTION:   \nWatch a quick training video on navigating the virtual gallery\n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/emerging-artist-2022-virtual-gallery/ LOCATION:FL CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Virtual Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/EAV_Emerging_FeaturedImage.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20220411T212437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220503T154018Z UID:12941-1652378400-1652385600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:THE THINGS THEY LEFT BEHIND Exhibition Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:Join us to attend an opening reception for THE THINGS THEY LEFT BEHIND Exhibition happening Thursday\, May 12 from 6-8pm. This will be an interactive community-curated exhibition\, to memorialize and honor those who have passed away over the last two years from Covid and other causes while serving as a way to use the arts to help our community heal. This exhibition will feature crafts\, writing\, photography\, and other memorabilia from those being remembered\, including the artwork of Suzanne Ruley\, an esteemed arts administrator\, and former Director of Development for Pinellas Community Foundation.   \nPlease RSVP\n  \nEXHIBITION SPONSORS \nSUNCOAST HOSPICE FOUNDATION a member of Empath Health \nVisit St. Pete/Clearwater \nPinellas County\, FL \nThe State of Florida and Division of Cultural Affairs \nCOMMUNITY PARTNERS \nEmpath Health \nCentral Pinellas Chamber of Commerce \nGreater Seminole Area Chamber of Commerce \nSt. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce \nSafety Harbor Chamber of Commerce \n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/the-things-they-left-behind-exhibition-opening-reception/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/THE-THINGS-THEY-LEFT-BEHIND-ONR-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220512 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220627 DTSTAMP:20260511T125804 CREATED:20220310T215640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T201419Z UID:11731-1652313600-1656287999@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:The Things They Left Behind: Grief\, Discovery\, and Remembrance DESCRIPTION:Open Now through Sunday\, June 26th.\nJoin us for an interactive community-curated exhibition to memorialize and honor those who have passed away over the last two years from Covid and other causes. Conceived as a way to use the arts to help our community heal\, the exhibition features crafts\, writing\, photography\, and other memorabilia from those being remembered\, including the artwork of Suzanne Ruley\, an esteemed arts administrator\, and former Director of Development for Pinellas Community Foundation. Don’t miss this special opportunity to get to know and carry on the legacy of those who are no longer with us. “THE THINGS THEY LEFT BEHIND: Grief\, Discovery\, and Remembrance” will open with a reception and program on Thursday\, May 12 from 6-8pm and run through June 26. Programming in partnership with Empath Health. \nEvents Surrounding Exhibition\n \n \n \n \n \n THE THINGS THEY LEFT BEHIND Exhibition Opening Reception\n \n Posted on April 11\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n THE THINGS THEY LEFT BEHIND Opening Reception: May 12 from 6-8pm. Join us an interactive community-curated exhibition\, to memorialize and honor those who have passed away over the last two years from Covid and other causes…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THE THINGS THEY LEFT BEHIND Exhibition – Online Grief Support Conversation with Empath Health\n \n Posted on May 16\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n Join us on FACEBOOK LIVE on June 16 from 7-8 pm for Online Grief Support Conversation with Empath Health. Learn more. … Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THE THINGS THEY LEFT BEHIND Exhibition Closing Commemoration\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Join us to attend a participatory Closing Commemoration for THE THINGS THEY LEFT BEHIND exhibition happening Sunday\, June 26 from 1-5 pm. Learn more. … Read More \n \n \n \nExhibition Inspiration:\nLast year\, when we installed Cathy Tobias’ Covid Ribbon Memorial in the courtyard of the gallery\, we saw how it made a connection for people the way only art can. Learning from that\, we wanted to give our community a further opportunity to share and remember those they loved and lost. \nDuring our discussions\, we were reminded that a dear friend of ours\, artist\, and arts administrator Suzanne Ruley\, had left behind a tremendous amount of creative work that her husband Matt discovered after she passed away from Covid. We recognized that many people were having similar experiences\, and we felt it would be healing for them to join with us to share their discoveries in an exhibit also featuring Suzanne’s work. \nEXHIBITION SPONSORS \nSUNCOAST HOSPICE FOUNDATION a member of Empath Health \nVisit St. Pete/Clearwater \nPinellas County\, FL \nThe State of Florida and Division of Cultural Affairs \nCOMMUNITY PARTNERS \nEmpath Health \nCentral Pinellas Chamber of Commerce \nGreater Seminole Area Chamber of Commerce \nSt. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce \nSafety Harbor Chamber of Commerce \n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/the-things-they-left-behind-grief-discovery-and-remembrance/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/THE-THINGS-THEY-LEFT-BEHIND-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR