BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Creative Pinellas - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Creative Pinellas X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://creativepinellas.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Creative Pinellas REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20260227T221827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T161204Z UID:101981-1774861200-1774882800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training: freeFall Theatre DESCRIPTION:Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments and lunch will be provided. \nRegister below by March 20. Then\, you will receive information on the two-hour online work that needs to be completed before the in-person session. Thank you for joining us for this incredibly valuable training. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-freefall-theatre/ LOCATION:freeFall Theatre\, 6099 Central Avenue\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33710\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Meeting,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/gomezwerise-Edited-e1772223100932.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20260227T221711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T140810Z UID:101977-1774688400-1774710000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training: FloridaRAMA DESCRIPTION:Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments and lunch will be provided. \nRegister below by March 19. Then\, you will receive information on the two-hour online work that needs to be completed before the in-person session. Thank you for joining us for this incredibly valuable training. \n*REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THE TRAINING AT FLORIDARAMA.*\nPlease go to the Events page and register for another workshop. Thank you! URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-floridarama/ LOCATION:FloridaRAMA\, 2606 Fairfield Ave S\, Saint Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Meeting,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/gomezwerise-Edited-e1772223100932.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20260227T221951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T175018Z UID:101973-1774602000-1774623600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training: Dunedin Fine Art Center DESCRIPTION:Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments and lunch will be provided. \nRegister below by March 18. Then\, you will receive information on the two-hour online work that needs to be completed before the in-person session. Thank you for joining us for this incredibly valuable training. \n*REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THE TRAINING AT DUNEDIN FINE ART CENTER.*\nPlease go to the Events page and register for another workshop. Thank you!  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-dunedin-fine-art-center/ LOCATION:Dunedin Fine Art Center\, 1143 Michigan Blvd\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Meeting,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/gomezwerise-Edited-e1772223100932.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20260227T222246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T161343Z UID:101931-1774429200-1774882800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training DESCRIPTION:Continuing our work to support Pinellas County artists\, Creative Pinellas is working with local arts organizations to provide Mental Health First Aid training\, an exciting opportunity for artists to become active participants in the public health of our creative community. \nThe workshops are facilitated by Love IV Lawrence\, a local foundation working to erase the stigma of mental illness and suicide\, and provided at no cost to participants thanks to Safe & Sound Hillsborough with a Love IV Lawrence grant. Each participating artist or creative will receive two hours of self-paced online content followed by five (5) hours of instructor-led training. Refreshments and lunch are included. Hospitality support provided through the generosity of Freeman Sound. \nThis training is a part of a new Creative Pinellas initiative with a key focus on the wellbeing of our local creative community. The sessions will be hosted by our arts and wellbeing partners: Lealman Exchange-March 25; Dunedin Fine Art Center-March 27; FloridaRAMA-March 28 and freeFall Theatre-March 30. (Registration links at the bottom of the page.) \nIn this one-day class\, you will learn how to identify\, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use challenges\, giving you the skills to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care. \nPlease join Creative Pinellas in becoming active drivers of positive mental health for our creative community. \nHere’s what the course covers: \n• Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges \n• Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges \n• How to successfully engage with a person in crisis \n• How to connect the person with help \nRegister for one of the sessions below: \n \n \n \n \n \n Mental Health First Aid Training: Lealman Exchange\n \n Posted on February 27\, 2026 by Maggie Duffy \n Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mental Health First Aid Training: Dunedin Fine Art Center\n \n Posted on by Maggie Duffy \n Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mental Health First Aid Training: FloridaRAMA\n \n Posted on by Maggie Duffy \n Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mental Health First Aid Training: freeFall Theatre\n \n Posted on by Maggie Duffy \n Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments… Read More \n \n \n \n                    \n  \n                                                                               URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training/ LOCATION:Multiple Locations CATEGORIES:Community Meeting,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/gomezwerise-Edited-e1772223100932.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20260227T222132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142201Z UID:101955-1774429200-1774450800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training: Lealman Exchange DESCRIPTION:Creative Pinellas is partnering with local arts organizations to offer free Mental Health First Aid training for artists and creatives to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. Facilitated by the Love IV Lawrence foundation\, the course includes 2 hours of self-paced\, online learning plus a 5-hour\, in-person session. Refreshments and lunch will be provided. \n*REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THE TRAINING AT LEALMAN EXCHANGE.*\nPlease go to the Events page and register for another workshop. Thank you!  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training-lealman-exchange/ LOCATION:Lealman Exchange Community Center\, 5175 45th St. N.\, St. Petersburg\, Florida\, 33714 CATEGORIES:Community Meeting,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/gomezwerise-Edited-e1772223100932.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20251211T213759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T213759Z UID:101678-1766250000-1766260800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Artists Holiday Meet and Greet DESCRIPTION:Meet the artists of Gifted! in Creative Pinellas’ Gallery Store on Saturday\, Dec. 20 from 5-8 p.m. Mingle with artists Tes One\, Chad Mize\, Lucky LeRoy\, Jenna Wojnowski (The Rug Lord) and Jodi Adams (The Chandelier Queer)\, just to name a few. Check everyone off your list with the gift of local art. Enjoy drinks\, snacks and a festive holiday playlist. Tell a friend to tell a friend and we’ll see you there! URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/artists-holiday-meet-and-greet/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Gallery Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260105 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250820T140900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T065005Z UID:99783-1763769600-1767571199@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Arts Annual 8 DESCRIPTION:The eighth installment of Arts Annual brings together more than 70 of Pinellas County’s most talented visual and performing artists\, making this one of the largest and most dynamic Arts Annual exhibitions to date! Visitors can expect a wide-ranging presentation of painting\, sculpture\, installation\, photography\, and performance that captures the energy and diversity of our creative community. \nHighlights include large-scale metal sculptures by Donald Gialanella; bold\, oversized canvases by Kate Cummins; and a new site-specific installation by BASK — a multi-panel work created especially for the Arts Annual fundraiser that will be deconstructed and sold piece by piece during the event. \nThis year’s Arts Annual is not only a celebration of who we are and where we’re going\, but also a heartfelt farewell to The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, which has been home to this signature exhibition since its inception. Join us in honoring the incredible artists\, partners\, and community who have filled this space with creativity and connection—and in celebrating the bright future ahead. Click here to view and purchase all the artworks in the exhibition.  \nFeatured Artists\nAlex Kaufman\, George Retkes\, Miss Crit–St. Petersburg \nAlice Pickett Lewis\, Gulfport \nAlison Babb\, Gulfport \nAndrii Pysmennyi\, Clearwater \nAntonia Lewandowski\, Largo \nAshley Gierke\, Clearwater \nAvaline Nathans\, St. Petersburg \nBran Palmer\, Gulfport \nBrianna McCord\, St. Petersburg \nBrigitte Coovert\, East Lake \nChris Dyer\, St. Petersburg \nColleen Baxter\, Safety Harbor \nCristi López\, St. Petersburg \nDaniel Truxton\, Dunedin \nDenise Cormier Mahoney\, St. Petersburg \nDonald Gialanella\, St. Petersburg \nElena Krasnokutskaya\, Clearwater \nEric Doctors\, St. Petersburg \nGianna Pergamo\, St. Petersburg \nGillian Probert\, St. Petersburg \nHarriet Monzon-Aguirre\, Safety Harbor \nHeather Rippert\, Clearwater \nJamaal Rocke\, Pinellas Park \nJames Eric Hartzell\, St. Petersburg \nJane Bunker\, Gulfport \nJason Hackenwerth\, St. Petersburg \nJavier T. Dones\, St. Petersburg \nJay Titus\, Clearwater \nJeffrey Scott Lewis\, St. Petersburg \nJenipher Chandley\, St. Petersburg \nJillian Holladay\, Pinellas Park \nJim Gigurtsis\, Seminole \nJL Dockham\, Largo \nJo-An Frances\, St. Petersburg \nJodi Fuchs\, St. Petersburg \nJohn McCaskill/Studio Jomac\, St. Pete Beach \nJuan Alonso-Rodriguez\, St. Petersburg \nKate Cummins\, St. Petersburg \nKatie Pavone\, Clearwater \nKiana Bree Lewis\, Safety Harbor \nKyle J. Brown\, Dunedin \nLaurie Elmer\, Seminole \nLina Volkova\, Seminole \nLuci Westphal\, St. Petersburg \nLuke Vest\, St. Petersburg \nMagda Petrou\, St. Petersburg \nMark Alan Fulco\, St. Petersburg \nMark Mitchell\, St. Petersburg \nMary Kay Klein\, St. Petersburg \nMatthew Boyle\, St. Petersburg \nMelissa Miller Nece\, Palm Harbor \nMerritt Horan Capurro\, St. Petersburg \nMiss Crit\, St. Petersburg \nNeverne Covington\, St. Petersburg \nPatricia Kluwe Derderian – PatiKD\, Clearwater \nPedroH\, Palm Harbor \nPeggy Wertheim\, St. Petersburg \nRaheem Fitzgerald\, St. Petersburg \nRebecca Skelton\, St. Petersburg \nReid Jenkins\, St. Petersburg \nRic Savid\, Clearwater \nRichel Lavette Fine Art Photography\, Safety Harbor \nRootman\, St. Petersburg \nRoxanne Fay\, Largo \nSaumitra Chandratreya\, St. Petersburg \nScott Solary\, St. Petersburg \nSusan Todd Martin\, St. Petersburg \nSydney Zambrana\, Pinellas Park \nTed LoCascio\, Tarpon Springs \nTracy Kennard\, St. Petersburg \nVanessa Cunto\, St. Petersburg \nVictoria Jorgensen\, Gulfport \nWasíl\, St. Petersburg \n  \nArts Annual Sponsors\n               \nThe Dimmitt Family\n          \nLinda Marcelli             The Bank of Tampa         Allison Santucci      Jodi Chemes     Gail Gamble \nStudio 1212 Art Gallery         Beth Houghton and Scott Wagman   Al and Linda Humphers \n\n \n \n Follow the journey to Arts Annual 8\n \n \n SUBSCRIBE URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/arts-annual-8/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260111 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20251212T144429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T224847Z UID:101684-1763683200-1768089599@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:GIFTED! 20% OFF SALE Jan. 6-10 DESCRIPTION:Get 20% off all items Jan. 6-10. Open 10 am-5 pm Tuesday-Saturday. \nGive the gift of handmade art by local artists featured in the Gallery Store’s holiday exhibition\, GIFTED! Find art prints\, functional and whimsical ceramics\, must-have jewelry\, items for kids\, ornaments\, holiday cards and more. \nJust for the show\, Artist Tes One created an exclusive set of limited edition prints titled\, “Flourish.” The 3-color screen prints are 18″x24.” There is an edition of 50 of each variant\, signed and numbered by Tes One and printed locally by Alleyway Screen Print. $60 for a single variant\, $100 for the set. \n \nChad Mize created a custom sticker pack for Creative Pinellas. Chizzy Support the Arts Sticker packs have 6 designs and are $20. \n \nAnother special item is the Art Show 2026 Calendar\, designed by Lisa Marone. It features the eye-popping artwork of female artists of St. Petersburg and is $20. All proceeds benefit Creative Pinellas. \n \n \nAlso still available at Creative Pinellas are the Better Together Yard Signs\, created by Avery Anderson of Tampa Bay Arts Passport. It features a design by artist Leo Gomez from his mural that was commissioned in partnership with Creative Pinellas. $12\, proceeds benefit Creative Pinellas. \n  \n \nGallery host Cindy Stovall has created several Support the Arts Gift Baskets that include the sign\, the calendar and the sticker packs\, along with Creative Pinellas merchandise. \nHolidays hours are 10 am-4 p.m. Tuesdays and 10 am-8 pm\, Wednesday through Sunday through Jan. 4. Closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.  Hours will resume  to 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed.-Sun from Jan. 6-11. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/gifted/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251014 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260210 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20251016T164757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T191002Z UID:101510-1760400000-1770681599@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:In Flying Colors DESCRIPTION:Creative Pinellas\, in partnership with St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)\, is proud to launch the second exhibition at the Sightline Gallery\, located at PIE. In Flying Colors invites you to experience the vibrant creativity shaping Florida’s Gulf Coast—especially here in  Pinellas County—through artists David Williams and Rebecca Zweibel\, whose work captures the region’s color\, energy\, and ever-evolving artistic spirit. \nKeep reading to learn more about the artists and purchase their artworks on view at PIE. \nPhoto by Creative Pinellas.\nDavid Williams first discovered art by copying magazine illustrations at his grandparents’ home. That early spark grew into a lifelong exploration of imagery and meaning. Today\, Williams reclaims and repurposes familiar images from advertising and media\, transforming them into reflections on the image-saturated world around us.  \nAs you move through the airport\, we invite you to spend a moment to take in the work of ceramicist Rebecca Zweibel\,  located near the entrance. Drawn first to porcelain’s smooth\, bone-like quality\, Zweibel later embraced earthenware for its warmth\, color\, and versatility. She hand-builds her vessels\, carving expressive  lines into rich red clay and layering color with underglaze terra sigillata. Always experimenting\, Zweibel lets her  imagination guide her evolving forms\, where bold marks  and sculptural presence meet. \nFlanking the display of Zweibel’s work\, you will find more artwork by Williams. \nThis exhibition reflects the collaborative work of curators Katherine Gibson of arthouse3\, and Allison McCarthy\, combining Gibson’s curatorial framework and artist selection with McCarthy’s direction in artwork selection and installation. \nFeatured Artists\n \n \n \n \n \n David Williams\n \n Posted on October 15\, 2025 by Maggie Duffy \n David Williams first discovered art by copying magazine illustrations at his grandparents’ home. That early spark  grew into a lifelong exploration of imagery and meaning.  Today\, Williams reclaims and repurposes familiar images  from advertising and media\, transforming them into  reflections on the image-saturated world around us.   … Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rebecca Zweibel\n \n Posted on October 16\, 2025 by Maggie Duffy \n Drawn first to porcelain’s smooth\, bone-like quality\, Rebecca Zweibel later embraced earthenware for its warmth\, color\, and versatility. She hand-builds her vessels\, carving expressive lines into rich red clay and layering color with underglaze terra sigillata. Ever experimenting\, Zweibel lets her imagination guide her evolving forms\, where bold marks and sculptural presence meet…. Read More \n \n \n \n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/in-flying-colors/ LOCATION:St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport\, 14700 Terminal Blvd #221\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33762\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Exhibition - Off Campus,Gallery Event,Off Campus Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/In-Flying-Colors_PIE-exhibit_CP-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250819T214227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T163906Z UID:100493-1759514400-1759521600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:CANCELED: Antoni Gaudí: Inspired by Nature and Faith - A Talk by Architect Peter Hauerstein DESCRIPTION:Join us for a talk on the life and work of Antoni Gaudí.\nPeter will explore the early influences that shaped Gaudí’s unique architectural vision\, including his deep connection to nature and faith. \nDiscover how these inspirations informed the design\, symbolism\, and sacred space of the Basilica of La Sagrada Família. Also\, learn more about AGalban’s inspiration for Sacred Pilgrimage: Gaudi and Galban. \nEducational Partner of Sacred Pilgrimage: Gaudi and Galban Traveling Art Exhibit: \nAIA Tampa URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/antoni-gaudi-inspired-by-nature-and-faith-a-talk-by-architect-peter-hauerstein/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Exhibition END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250819T204944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T164017Z UID:100486-1759255200-1759262400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:CANCELED: Drawing with Thread Workshop DESCRIPTION:Discover a new way to draw…with thread! Inspired by the exhibition Visible: Seen and Heard\, this hands-on workshop invites you to explore the art of stitched line work.\nEnjoy an evening of creativity\, connection\, and conversation with fellow makers while creating a one-of-a-kind piece to take home. \nAll materials will be provided\, and no prior experience is needed. Very limited to 15 spaces. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/drawing-with-thread-workshop/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Drawing-with-Thread-Workshop-Header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250714T182301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T164219Z UID:99571-1758909600-1758916800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:CANCELED: Sacred Pilgrimage: Gaudi and Galban Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate the Largo opening of Sacred Pilgrimage: Gaudí and Galban at The Gallery at Creative Pinellas. Experience the powerful work of Cuban American artist AGalban\, whose deeply personal paintings are paired with stunning photographs of Antoni Gaudí’s architectural masterpieces. \nThis special reception celebrates this touring exhibition that invites you to explore faith\, fragility\, and the sacred through art and architecture that transcend borders and generations. \nDuring this reception\, enjoy a dance based on AGalban’s painting Las fieles (The Faithful) performed by Andrida Hosey\, Brittney Jackson\, and Ashley Mitchell. \nMeet the artist\, discover the art\, and enjoy an uplifting evening of creativity with music\, small bites\, and cash bars. This event is free and open to the public. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/sacred-pilgrimage-gaudi-and-galban-opening-reception/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event,Opening Reception ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Opening-Reception-Header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250929T134054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T145621Z UID:101178-1757844000-1760288400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:St. Pete Mini Gallery DESCRIPTION:Merritt Horan Capurro’s St. Pete Mini Gallery has officially landed at The Gallery at Creative Pinellas and you have to see it to believe it.\nBuilt at 1:12 scale\, this tiny art space is packed with rotating micro-artworks by local artists\, from matchbook-sized paintings to magnetic mini sculptures. \nMade possible by an Arts Impact Grant from Creative Pinellas and the City of St. Petersburg\, it is like a Little Free Library\, but for Art. Bring your own tiny art piece to swap! Come explore\, connect\, and celebrate the imagination thriving in every corner of Tampa Bay. \nThe Mini Gallery closes (or moves to its next home) on October 12. \nMeet the Artist\n \n \n \n \n \n Merritt Horan\n \n Posted on November 14\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Arts Impact Fund – Visual: To create a weatherproof Miniature Art Gallery to safely host a rotating collection of miniature artworks… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/st-pete-mini-gallery/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG_7298-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250701T181002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T203201Z UID:99388-1756490400-1756497600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Reclamando Our Untold Stories Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening reception of Reclamando Our Untold Stories presented by Mi Gente Mi Pueblo and Creative Pinellas.\nAcompáñanos en la recepción de inauguración de Reclamando Nuestras Historias No Contadas presentada por Mi Gente Mi Pueblo y Creative Pinellas.\nBe among the first to experience this powerful exhibition curated by Ketsy Ruiz—an exploration that bridges art\, memory\, and collective truth. Rooted in cultural preservation and intergenerational storytelling\, Reclamando Our Untold Stories uplifts voices and traditions too often left out of mainstream narratives. Meet the artists\, discover healing and celebratory art\, and enjoy an uplifting evening of creativity\, music with DJ The Curator\, a spoken word performance by ruby pacheco\, small bites\, and cash bars. \nAdmission to the reception and exhibition is free and open to the public. \nThe opening reception is supported by a grant from the Gobioff Foundation. \nSé de los primeros en experimentar esta poderosa exposición curada por Ketsy Ruiz—una exploración que conecta arte\, memoria y verdad colectiva. Arraigada en la preservación cultural y la narrativa intergeneracional\, Reclamando Our Untold Stories eleva voces y tradiciones que con demasiada frecuencia quedan fuera de las narrativas dominantes. Conoce a los artistas\, descubre arte sanador y de celebración\, y disfruta de una noche inspiradora con creatividad\, música a cargo de DJ The Curator\, una presentación de poesía hablada por ruby pacheco\, bocadillos y barras con bebidas disponibles para la compra. \nLa entrada a la recepción y a la exposición es gratuita y abierta al público. \nLa recepción inaugural cuenta con el apoyo de una subvención de la Fundación Gobioff. \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Reclamando Our Untold Stories Artists\n \n Posted on August 11\, 2025 by Creative Pinellas \n Mi Gente Mi Pueblo and Creative Pinellas are thrilled to present the artists presenting in Reclamando Our Untold Stories… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reclamando Our Untold Stories Artwork\n \n Posted on August 29\, 2025 by Creative Pinellas \n Add to your collection… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/reclamando-our-untold-stories-opening-reception/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event,Opening Reception END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250811T170149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T204159Z UID:100342-1756461600-1762102800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Visible: Seen and Heard DESCRIPTION:Visible: Seen and Heard is a powerful exhibition exploring what it means to be noticed\, acknowledged\, and truly seen. It is a celebration of voice\, presence\, and creative renewal.\nThis exhibition was created and curated by artists Lori Vinesett\, Wendy Bruce\, Beth Belaschky\, and Katie Pavone\, who met while working as gallery hosts at Creative Pinellas. \n“Each of us arrived here after completing successful careers in other fields. In midlife and beyond\, we chose to begin again. This time\, as artists. In that shared space of transformation\, we inspired and encouraged one another to fully step into our creative identities. We were also deeply moved by the stories shared with us by gallery visitors. Stories of unfulfilled dreams and quiet hopes. In return\, we shared our own paths of reinvention\, reminding them\, and ourselves\, that it’s never too late to start over.” \nThe work featured in Visible: Seen and Heard reflects these intimate exchanges and the belief that visibility\, being seen and heard\, is not only a personal triumph but a shared human need. Through fiber art\, painting\, photography and mixed media\, the exhibition invites you to ask: What does it mean to truly be visible? And what might happen if you let your own voice be heard? \nIf we can do it\, you can do it.\nIt’s never too late to begin again.\n \n \n \n \n \n Visible: Seen and Heard Artwork\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Add to your collection… Read More \n \n \n \nMeet the Artists\n \n \n Katie Pavone\n By Creative Pinellas \n Katie Pavone (American\, born July 1972) is a visual artist based in Clearwater\, Florida. The focus of her art is to intuitively combine vintage and discarded items with more traditional and newer ephemeral supplies to show that there is beauty in everything. Her medium of choice is mixed media collage and assemblage while also exploring… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Beth Belaschky\n By Creative Pinellas \n Beth Belaschky is a multidisciplinary photographic artist based in St. Petersburg\, Florida. Her work explores the liminal spaces between memory\, dream and spirit while guided by her sensitivity as an empath and the influence of the divine feminine. In addition to layered imagery on fabric\, she creates photographic objects such as holograms\, excavations and light… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Wendy Bruce\n By Creative Pinellas \n Arts Impact Fund – Visual: To create and present “VISIBLE: Seen AND Heard\,” an exhibition of Artists Beth Belaschky\, Katie Pavone\, Lori Vinesett and Wendy Bruce\, at Gallery 5663\, that encourages viewers to know it’s never too late to make art… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Lori Vinesett\n By Creative Pinellas \n Lori Vinesett\, a native of the vibrant Tampa Bay area\, discovered her passion for art at a young age\, often drawing and painting on any available surface. After earning her degrees from the University of South Florida\, Lori channeled her creativity into a successful career in education. She eventually decided to redirect her focus and… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/visible-seen-and-heard/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Visible_-Seen-and-Heard-Exhibition-Header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250714T194725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T205356Z UID:99569-1756461600-1762102800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Sacred Pilgrimage: Gaudi and Galban DESCRIPTION:Creative Pinellas and AGalban are excited to present Sacred Pilgrimage: Gaudí and Galban\, AGalban’s first ever traveling exhibition that brings together the architectural brilliance of Antoni Gaudí and the deeply personal vision of Cuban American artist AGalban. \nThis moving exhibition invites audiences on a journey that bridges continents\, creativity\, and the sacred. Inspired by a vivid\, spiritual vision during a major heart episode\, AGalban created an ambitious series of evocative paintings based on Gaudí’s Basilica de la Sagrada Familia\, reimagining its iconic Passion façade through themes of faith\, fragility\, and transcendence. His deeply moving works (25 in all) are paired with photographs of Gaudí’s architectural masterpieces\, offering visitors a unique and contemplative experience. \nAfter its Tampa Bay launch this summer\, Sacred Pilgrimage: Gaudí and Galban will travel to sacred spaces and community venues across Florida\, concluding in June 2026 to mark the 100th anniversary of Gaudí’s passing and the completion of the Sagrada Familia’s 137-year construction. \nCo-curated by Tarin Mohajeri and Antonio Permuy\, this exhibition is supported by a grant from the Gobioff Foundation and the AIA Tampa Bay’s Center for Architecture and Design as an educational partner. \n \n \n \n \n \n AGalban\n \n Posted on February 6\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Born in Havana\, Cuba in 1967\, Edel Alvarez Galban\, aka AGalban\, has always had a fascination with everything artistic. From his infancy he painted everything around him\, becoming a threat to all the walls\, furniture and electrical devices in his childhood home\, no one wanted the child to visit their home for fear he would… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sacred Pilgrimage: Gaudi and Galban Artwork\n \n Posted on August 29\, 2025 by Creative Pinellas \n Add to your collection… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/sacred-pilgrimage-gaudi-and-galban/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Exhibition-Header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250702T204208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T203050Z UID:99414-1756375200-1762102800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Reclamando Our Untold Stories DESCRIPTION:Mi Gente Mi Pueblo and Creative Pinellas proudly present Reclamando Our Untold Stories—a powerful exhibition that bridges art\, memory\, and collective truth.\nMi Gente Mi Pueblo y Creative Pinellas presentan con orgullo Reclamando Nuestras Historias No Contadas—una poderosa exposición que une el arte\, la memoria y la verdad colectiva.\nMi Gente Mi Pueblo stands at the intersection of cultural preservation and communal storytelling\, deeply committed to elevating narratives\, traditions\, healing practices\, and cultural expressions that have too often remained in the shadows. The exhibition showcases original work in a variety of mediums\, including digital art\, paintings\, sculpture\, spoken word\, and more and features the following thirty artists: AGalban\, ArttByLexx\, Jessica Caldas\, rose cervantes\, Mafe Chinchilla\, Javier T Dones\, Francesca Escoto\, Tania Figueroa\, Zulekha Maria Foulen\, FreddieFred\, John Gascot\, IAM\, Japografo\, Santiago de Mora\, Mario José Pagan Morales\, Vera Nye\, Cibby Orozco\, Rebel Poet\, Ro Martinez Rimes\, Jean-René Rinvil\, Addie Rodriguez\, Arturo Romero (R2ROMERO)\, Adela Salas\, Michelle Sawyer\, Brenda Segoviano\, Sketzii\, SPIN El Poeta\, Jovanna Surillo\, Tania Torres\, and Sharee’ Yveliz \nUnfolding as a living timeline\, Reclamando Our Untold Stories connects deeply personal memories with broader historical events. Each work of art is a timestamp—marking moments of resilience\, resistance\, celebration\, and healing. This innovative curation emerges from Mi Gente Mi Pueblo’s transformative “Reclamando” workshop series\, where participants from multiple generations came together to remember\, reclaim\, and reimagine their histories. \nThrough bold visual storytelling\, visitors will experience a chronological journey that transforms individual stories into a shared narrative of love\, strength\, and authenticity—a testament to Mi Gente Mi Pueblo’s commitment to uplifting voices that deserve to be heard and histories that demand to be remembered. \nCurated by Ketsy Ruiz\, now in her fourth year leading the Mi Gente Mi Pueblo Movida Exhibition\, this year’s exhibition stands as its most ambitious narrative yet. Reclamando Our Untold Stories is more than an exhibition—it is an invitation to witness\, reflect\, and participate in a shared journey of visibility\, truth\, and transformation. \n“This year\, we’re not just presenting art; we’re creating a living chronology that transforms histories into collective memory\,” said Ketsy Ruiz\, Reclamando Our Untold Stories curator.\nExplore how art can be a temporal anchor—preserving the past\, affirming the present\, and inspiring the future. \nEnter a space where cultural preservation meets contemporary expression\, where intergenerational dialogue flourishes\, and where every story matters. Reclamando Our Untold Stories. \nMi Gente Mi Pueblo se sitúa en la intersección entre la preservación cultural y la narración comunitaria\, con un profundo compromiso de elevar narrativas\, tradiciones\, prácticas sanadoras y expresiones culturales que con demasiada frecuencia han permanecido en las sombras. La exposición presenta obras originales en una variedad de medios\, incluyendo arte digital\, pintura\, escultura\, poesía hablada y más\, y cuenta con la participación de los siguientes treinta artistas: AGalban\, ArttByLexx\, Jessica Caldas\, rose cervantes\, Mafe Chinchilla\, Javier T Dones\, Francesca Escoto\, Tania Figueroa\, Zulekha Maria Foulen\, FreddieFred\, John Gascot\, IAM\, Japografo\, Santiago de Mora\, Mario José Pagán Morales\, Vera Nye\, Cibby Orozco\, Rebel Poet\, Ro Martinez Rimes\, Jean-René Rinvil\, Addie Rodriguez\, Arturo Romero (R2ROMERO)\, Adela Salas\, Michelle Sawyer\, Brenda Segoviano\, Sketzii\, SPIN El Poeta\, Jovanna Surillo\, Tania Torres y Sharee’ Yveliz. \nDesplegándose como una línea de tiempo viva\, Reclamando Nuestras Historias No Contadas conecta memorias profundamente personales con acontecimientos históricos más amplios. Cada obra de arte es una marca en el tiempo—que señala momentos de resiliencia\, resistencia\, celebración y sanación. Esta innovadora curaduría surge de la transformadora serie de talleres “Reclamando” de Mi Gente Mi Pueblo\, donde participantes de múltiples generaciones se reunieron para recordar\, reclamar y reimaginar sus historias. \nA través de una narrativa visual audaz\, los visitantes emprenderán un recorrido cronológico que transforma historias individuales en una narrativa compartida de amor\, fortaleza y autenticidad—un testimonio del compromiso de Mi Gente Mi Pueblo con la elevación de voces que merecen ser escuchadas y de historias que exigen ser recordadas. \nCurada por Ketsy Ruiz\, quien lidera por cuarto año consecutivo la exposición Movida de Mi Gente Mi Pueblo\, esta edición se presenta como la narrativa más ambiciosa hasta la fecha. Reclamando Nuestras Historias No Contadas es más que una exposición—es una invitación a presenciar\, reflexionar y participar en un viaje compartido de visibilidad\, verdad y transformación. \n“Este año no solo estamos presentando arte; estamos creando una cronología viva que transforma historias en memoria colectiva”\, dijo Ketsy Ruiz\, curadora de Reclamando Nuestras Historias No Contadas.\nExplora cómo el arte puede ser un ancla temporal—preservando el pasado\, afirmando el presente e inspirando el futuro. \nEntra en un espacio donde la preservación cultural se encuentra con la expresión contemporánea\, donde florece el diálogo intergeneracional\, y donde cada historia importa. Reclamando Nuestras Historias No Contadas.\n \n \n \n \n \n Mi Gente Mi Pueblo\n \n Posted on July 2\, 2025 by Creative Pinellas \n Mi Gente Mi Pueblo ignited in 2020 with a bold desire: to spotlight the Latino communities often pushed to the margins and made invisible. Born from a shared longing to bridge gaps in representation and access\, we’ve transformed from a grassroots initiative into a vibrant nonprofit…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reclamando Our Untold Stories Artwork\n \n Posted on August 29\, 2025 by Creative Pinellas \n Add to your collection… Read More \n \n \n \nMeet the Artists\n \n \n Tania Figueroa\n By Creative Pinellas \n Tania Figueroa Martinez is a Puerto Rican multidisciplinary artist whose work bridges memory\, caregiving\, and the quiet power of emotional inheritance. Through mixed media painting\, writing\, and occasional sculptural experiments\, she constructs visual altars from fragments of her past childhood photographs\, sacred objects\, half-forgotten stories\, each piece a portal into the hidden corners of her… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Zulekha Maria Foulen\n By Creative Pinellas \n Zulekha Maria Foulen is a self-taught Panamanian American artist whose work bridges heritage\, healing\, and history through acrylic painting\, photography\, and mixed media. Drawing inspiration from her roots and personal reflections\, Zulekha’s art explores themes of identity\, memory\, and transformation. Her creative journey began in youth\, when she contributed to public art installations for New… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Jessica Caldas\n By Creative Pinellas \n Jessica Caldas (b. 1986\, Jacksonville\, FL) is a Puerto Rican American\, Florida and Georgia based artist. Her work connects personal and community narratives\, usually centered on the experiences of women and women identifying folks\, to larger themes and social issues through bodily\, multidisciplinary works. In 2023 she completed the Working Artist Prize Fellowship at MOCA… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Ro Martinez\n By Creative Pinellas \n Ro Martinez is a self taught Hispanic artist\, she works with acrylics in her favorite black and white palette mixing a rainbow of colors to create a blend of her two styles; Op-Art and Abstract design. The use of color is inspired by her Colombian heritage. In 1980 she painted two massive murals in NY… Read More \n \n\n \n \n IAM\n By Creative Pinellas \n Iris Agustina Morales (IAM) is a Queer multifaceted artist who intertwines performance\, poetry and visual art to conjure the profound wisdom of their ancestors. Embarking on a journey of self discovery. Weaving together the realms of identity\, spirituality and ancestral legacy all leading to the power of healing and transformation. She has paved way for… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Jovanna Surillo\n By Creative Pinellas \n Jovanna Surillo is a multidisciplinary artist whose work explores identity\, memory\, and personal transformation. Working with acrylics abstract art digital collage\, mixed media\, and poetic text\, her art blends visual storytelling with emotional depth. Her pieces often center themes of cultural heritage\, inner strength\, and the evolving self. Surillo’s work invites viewers into intimate moments… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Jean-René Rinvil\n By Creative Pinellas \n Jean-René Rinvil is a Haitian multidisciplinary artist\, filmmaker\, educator\, and cultural advocate whose vibrant works explore themes of identity\, memory\, and diaspora. Rooted in the rich cultural heritage of Haiti\, Rinvil’s creative practice draws deeply from childhood memories and is characterized by the use of bright\, expressive color palettes that reflect the vitality and resilience… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Mario Pagán Morales\n By Creative Pinellas \n Mario José Pagán Morales is a Nuyorican poet\, voice-over actor\, spoken word artist\, and cultural worker\, born in Ponce Puerto Rico\, and raised in the South Bronx. His poetry has been featured in several anthologies\, including The BreakBeat Poets\, Volume 4: LatiNEXT (Haymarket Books\, 2020)\, Birds Fall Silent in the Mechanical Sea (Great Weather for… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Brenda Segoviano\n By Creative Pinellas \n Brenda Segoviano\, 28 years old. I’m a Mexican-American paper collage artist. I’m passionate about creating art that is personal to my experience as first generation. I like to layer fragments of color and textures to give shape to the complexities in navigating my dual identity. Each piece is a deliberate expression; capturing nuances\, moments\, a… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Mafe Chinchilla\n By Creative Pinellas \n Mafe Chinchilla was born and raised in Colombia and now lives and creates in Tampa\, Florida. She turned to painting as a form of personal therapy\, transforming emotion\, memory\, and identity into bold\, symbolic visual narratives. Her work is deeply inspired by womanhood\, ancestral power\, and social resistance. Influenced by expressive forms and cultural symbolism\,… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Japografo\n By Creative Pinellas \n Jorge Jaime Montoya AKA “Japografo”\, is a Colombian visual artist based in Tampa\, Florida\, where he has lived for nearly five years. With a background in graphic design and over 15 years of experience in photography\, Jorge blends both disciplines through mixed media art that reflects his roots\, punk attitude\, and deep connection to urban… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Francesca Escoto\n By Creative Pinellas \n Born and raised in the Dominican Republic\, Francesca grew up in a home of taekwondo entrepreneurs. The family migrated to the US about 37 years ago\, and although this has been home since then\, it is thru her art that she has found “home” again. Her work centers in integrating the multicultural aspect of being… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Vera Nye\n By Creative Pinellas \n Vera Nye is a self taught artist. Her main mediums are oil and acrylic paints. She has a passion for using a vibrant color pallet in her work…. Read More \n \n\n \n \n rose cervantes\n By Creative Pinellas \n rose (she/they) is a Cubana-Americana dedicated to building a loving\, inclusive\, and beloved community. Born and raised in Key West\, Florida\, she now calls St. Pete home. A storyteller at heart\, she is a multi-medium creative exploring storytelling through poetry\, visual art\, and art journaling. Her work centers on emotions\, human rights\, identity\, and discovering… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Rebel Poet\n By Creative Pinellas \n A conscious Colombian poet\, host\, art curator\, visual artist\, and Reiki Master dedicated to using creativity as a vehicle for healing\, empowerment\, and transformation. Writing has been my lifelong passion\, and over the years\, poetry has become both my resistance and my remedy—a way to speak truth\, process experience\, and inspire growth. Now also creating… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Cibby Orozco\n By Creative Pinellas \n Cibby was born in Guatemala but grew up in California. She is a multi-talented visual artist trained in graphic designing\, video editing and screenwriting. When she moved to Florida 11 years ago\, she immersed herself in her hobby\, photography\, because she fell in love with Pinellas County. Today\, her photographs have been in exhibits around… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Sharee’ Yveliz\n By Creative Pinellas \n Sharee’ Yveliz is a multidisciplinary artist\, poet\, and creative director whose work celebrates the vibrant intersections of Afro-Latinidad\, neurodivergence\, and inner child expression. Rooted in Dominican heritage and raised in the small-town magic of Haverstraw\, NY\, Sharee’ brings a rebellious tenderness to every canvas\, poem\, and story she tells. Her art\, often described as both… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Addie Rodriquez\n By Creative Pinellas \n Addie Rodriguez is an emerging mixed media artist with a keen interest in 2D collages and 3D assemblages. In recent years Addie has immersed herself in visual arts as her latest creative outlet. Her fashion illustration and design skills are evident in her artworks. She purposefully chooses to work with materials that she can touch\,… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Michelle Sawyer\n By Creative Pinellas \n Michelle Sawyer is a visual artist from Tampa\, FL. She earned her degree in Fine Arts from the University of South Florida and became a multifaceted artist. Sawyer has worked as a painter\, muralist\, curator and educator. Her large-scale works\, which range from commercial to historical to community-centered projects\, can be seen throughout the Tampa… Read More \n \n\n \n \n ArttbyLexx\n By Creative Pinellas \n ArttByLexx is a multidisciplinary artist whose work invites deep reflection and emotional connection. Guided by intuition\, nature’s rhythm\, and ancestral memory\, she creates visual narratives that hold space for transformation through joy\, grief\, and growth. Her art blurs the boundaries between past and present\, offering each piece as a soulful invitation to feel deeply and… Read More \n \n\n \n \n SPIN El Poeta\n By Creative Pinellas \n SPIN El Poeta is an award winning Guatemalan spoken word artist and Canadian national slam poetry champ. He is a long time youth advocate\, arts educator\, former refugee\, proprietor of the One Mic Educators arts enterprise and cofounder of the LA Raza Open Mic through the One Mic Educators collective. SPIN has donated thousands of… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Tania Torres\n By Creative Pinellas \n Tania Torres is a Puerto Rican and Dominican non-binary mural artist from Chicago. Through their work\, they explore duality\, intersectionality and ambiguity. During an artist residency in Sao Paolo\, Brazil\, they developed their vibrant\, abstract-pop art style that combines ambiguous figures with imagery correlated to their everyday life\, history\, politics\, religion\, love\, and pleasure. Tania… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Adela Salas\n By Creative Pinellas \n Adela Salas is a visual artist\, muralist\, sculptor\, and designer born in Santiago\, Chile. She earned her BFA from Florida Atlantic University and has since cultivated a multidisciplinary art practice that merges painting\, muralism\, and sculpture. At the core of her work is a deep commitment to storytelling—each piece acting as a visual narrative that… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Arturo Romero (R2ROMERO)\n By Creative Pinellas \n Arturo Romero (R2ROMERO) is a Mexican American street artist who is known for his distinctive portraits and scenes on currency. Born and raised in Santa Ana\, California\, he started painting money in 2015\, Since then he has traveled and painted in various countries\, England\, Spain\, France\, Netherlands\, Mexico\, and the United States directly participating in… Read More \n \n\n \n \n AGalban\n By Creative Pinellas \n Born in Havana\, Cuba in 1967\, Edel Alvarez Galban\, aka AGalban\, has always had a fascination with everything artistic. From his infancy he painted everything around him\, becoming a threat to all the walls\, furniture and electrical devices in his childhood home\, no one wanted the child to visit their home for fear he would… Read More \n \n\n \n \n FreddieFred\n By Creative Pinellas \n Freddiefred is a semi-taught artist whose work is an exploration of his life experiences\, blending urban and natural elements with a nod to his Puerto Rican roots. Growing up in Wilmington\, Delaware\, Freddie’s perspective is shaped by the fusion of city life and the natural world around him. His mixed media approach—featuring acrylics\, spray paint\,… Read More \n \n\n \n \n Ketsy Ruiz (Sketzii)\n By Sketzii \n I convey the many facets of Puerto Rican ethnic identity and Latin culture in my work. I take photographs while traveling\, research\, learn\, and connect with the people of these diasporas and communities to inspire a reference or a new body of work. My mission is to tell our stories and for this reason my… 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 John Gascot\n By John Gascot \n Queer artist John Gascot\, hailing from the Caribbean\, traces his childhood roots to Puerto Rico\, an origin that fuels his passion for vibrant hues. While he delves into diverse artistic styles such as Painterly and Geometric Abstractions\, his hallmark remains the Latin Pop genre. Coined affectionately after years of honing his craft\, “Latin Pop” merges… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/reclamando-our-untold-stories/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250422T220922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T135817Z UID:98123-1755108000-1755113400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mind Your Business: Social Media for Artists: Strategies for Growth & Engagement DESCRIPTION:With Guest Speaker Ketsy Ruiz \nRe-envision your relationship with social media to better promote your work and connect with a wider audience. Join Visual Artist\, Muralist\, and Creative Pinellas Marketing Associate Ketsy Ruiz to learn the essentials of winning at social media. Learn practical knowledge and strategies from a digital marketing expert to build an online presence that amplifies your art and attracts the right audience. \n \n \n \n \n \n Ketsy Ruiz (Sketzii)\n \n Posted on November 15\, 2021 by Sketzii \n I convey the many facets of Puerto Rican ethnic identity and Latin culture in my work. I take photographs while traveling\, research\, learn\, and connect with the people of these diasporas and communities to inspire a reference or a new body of work. My mission is to tell our stories and for this reason my… Read More \n \n \n \n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mind-your-business-social-media-for-artists-strategies-for-growth-engagement/ CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Social-Media.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250722T134614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T135049Z UID:99770-1754640000-1754665200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Parents' Day Off DESCRIPTION:Is your little one ready for a day of exploring nature\, art and history at Pinewood Cultural Park in Largo?\nAre you ready for a break before school starts? Drop them off for a fun-filled day with us! Kids will connect with nature as they explore the Florida Botanical Gardens\, then get in touch with their artistic side at Creative Pinellas and finally enjoy learning about some of Florida’s most historical homes and buildings at Heritage Village! \nRegister Here\n  \n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/parents-day-off/ LOCATION:Outdoor Classroom – Majeed Discovery Garden at the Florida Botanical Gardens\, 12520 Ulmerton Rd\, Largo\, Florida\, 33774\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Parents-Day-Off.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250422T193021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152849Z UID:98118-1752688800-1752696000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mind Your Business: Artists Excelling at Grant Applications DESCRIPTION:With Guest Speak Todd Wellman \nWriting about your art can be daunting\, but strong proposals lead to funding approvals. Learn from artist and grant professional Todd Wellman how to craft compelling proposals that resonate with funders and selection panels. \nLimited to 50 Participants \n \n \n \n \n \n Todd Wellman\, Funding Director\n \n Posted on March 29\, 2025 by Creative Pinellas \n Wellman loves funding and connecting the creative communities of Pinellas County. He holds degrees\, certificates\, or certifications from St. Norbert College\, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee\, the Society for Human Resource Management\, and AmeriCorps. Todd has applied his skills in grant writing\, organizational strategic thinking\, program planning\, creativity\, and workshop design at nonprofits for the past 25… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mind-your-business-artists-excelling-at-grant-applications/ LOCATION:Central Park Performing Arts Center\, 105 CENTRAL PARK DRIVE\, Largo\, FL\, 33771\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Grants.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250527T175722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T195311Z UID:98909-1750874400-1750881600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Arts Funding Info Session DESCRIPTION:Be the first to learn about Creative Pinellas’s latest funding to support the cultural landscape of Pinellas County.\nPinellas County Artists are always clear with us: Let’s ensure funding\, equity across genres\, connection\, opportunities for growth\, and ways to grow audiences. \nWith that inspiration\, we invite you to join us as we roll out our 2025–26 grants program for artists. \nThe artistic excellence we experience in Pinellas County spans all genres – performance\, music\, literary\, dance\, visual arts\, and more – and we’re eager to discuss how our funding initiatives support the creation and presentation of new works for all to enjoy. \nWhether you’re an artist\, creative worker\, or arts advocate\, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. The session will be held in person at the Auditorium at Creative Pinellas and livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube\, where you can comment and submit questions. It will also be available to watch on our website.* \nPlease note if you are attending this artist info session virtually\, please RSVP for the Livestream. \n  \n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/arts-funding-info-session/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Information Session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Artist-Grants-Header-25-26.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250422T191758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T153121Z UID:98113-1750701600-1750708800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mind Your Business: Building Relationships with Collectors DESCRIPTION:With Guest Speaker Liz Dimmit \nLearn what collectors\, galleries\, and those who commission art actually want–and how to get closer to it. And don’t overlook cultivating meaningful connections with collectors\, gallerists\, and arts organizations to expand your opportunities. \nLimited to 50 Participants \n \n \n \n \n \n Liz Dimmitt\n \n Posted on March 27\, 2025 by Creative Pinellas \n Liz Dimmitt is the CEO of FloridaRAMA\, an immersive art experience in St. Pete\, FL with the mission of art for all\, play for all and joy for all. FloridaRAMA is an arts destination created in collaboration with 80+ artists where everyone is invited to explore an experiential world of playful exhibits based on original… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mind-your-business-building-relationships-with-collectors/ LOCATION:FloridaRAMA\, 2606 Fairfield Ave S\, Saint Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Collectors.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250422T185214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T153542Z UID:98104-1747850400-1747857600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Mind Your Business: Business-Adulting for Artists DESCRIPTION:With Guest Speaker Erica Sutherlin \nLLC? COI? Quarterly Filings? Oh my! First\, know that you are different from your brand–and then demystify the parts of establishing the right business structure for you. \nLimited to 50 Participants \n \n \n \n \n \n Erica Sutherlin\n \n Posted on June 23\, 2022 by Erica Sutherlin \n Erica Sutherlin is a multi-hyphenate: filmmaker/writer/theatrical director/producer. Erica\, recently\, accepted the new position of Artistic Executive Director of the Studio@620. She embraced her passion for the performing arts at an early age while growing up in St. Louis\, MO. She holds a Master of Fine Arts in Film and Television Production from the prestigious University… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/mind-your-business-business-adulting-for-artists/ LOCATION:Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art\, 600 East Klosterman Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34689\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Business.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250403T172715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T181140Z UID:97950-1747418400-1747425600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:The Shape of Us Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening reception of The Shape of Us\, an inspiring exhibition curated by Freddie Hughes that brings together six talented Pinellas County artists. Experience a dynamic collection of work that explores how identity\, environment\, and the shared narratives shape us. \nMeet the artists\, immerse yourself in vibrant art\, and enjoy a fun evening of creativity with music\, small bites\, and cash bars. This event is free and open to the public. \nFeaturing Artists\n \n \n \n \n \n Karel Garcia\n \n Posted on November 14\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n The artist\, born on December 27\, 1990\, showed an early interest in art\, participating in drawing and sculpture workshops as a child in Vedado\, Cuba. After completing secondary school\, he initially focused on pursuing a degree in Architecture\, which he completed in 2017. While working as an architect\, he reconnected with art\, participating in private… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kirk Palmer\n \n Posted on March 20\, 2025 by Creative Pinellas \n Kirk Palmer is an artist who lives in Saint Petersburg\, Florida. Born in Santa Monica\, California\, he was raised in Bolivia\, South America and the mountains of western North Carolina. He earned a BA in Visual Arts from Eckerd College (Phi Beta Kappa)\, and an MFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art in 2016…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Alice Pickett Lewis\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Alice Pickett Lewis began sewing at a very young age. She has a BFA in Textile Design from Rhode Island School of Design. She is inspired by the colors and textures in the natural world\, and is currently working to honor the old native oak trees lost in the recent hurricanes. She works in multi… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tavia Reyes\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Tavia Reyes is a self-taught\, neurodivergent artist whose work is bold\, unfiltered\, and alive with tension. Her visual language combines symbols\, scribbles\, and raw emotion\, drawing from the wild geometries of nature\, the electric pulse of Florida skies\, and the tangled webs of thought that refuse to be contained. For Tavia\, art is also a… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Luke Vest\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Luke Vest is a visual artist based in Saint Petersburg\, FL\, whose work explores perception\, transformation\, and the liminal spaces between self and cosmos. Blending oil\, oil pastel\, spray paint\, and metal leaf\, Vest constructs layered\, alchemical surfaces that merge human\, mythic\, and cosmic forces. His figures are fractured\, yet whole\, and serve as metaphysical… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zulu Painter\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Zulu Painter is an international multimedia artist who works in traditional mediums as well as special effects and scenic art. Zulu’s large-scale mural work contributes to the art revitalization of an ever-expanding list of communities. The vibrant colors in his paintings convey his goal of creating Art that uplifts viewers with positive energy. ​“I want… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/the-shape-of-us-opening-reception/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event,Opening Reception END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250403T174900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T222802Z UID:97957-1747389600-1754845200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:The Shape of Us DESCRIPTION:The Shape of Us\, brings together six Pinellas County artists\, each presenting a unique body of work that reflects the depth of our creative community. This exhibition explores transformation and resilience through immersive installations\, intricate textile works\, energetic colors and vibrant multimedia abstracts. Through various styles\, mediums\, and perspectives\, the exhibition examines how identity\, environment\, and experience shape us—both individually and collectively. From striking compositions to thought-provoking textures and forms\, these artists invite viewers to consider the emotional and cultural landscapes that influence us. The Shape of Us\, curated by Creative Pinellas’ own Freddie Hughes\, is a celebration of artistic expression\, connection\, and the ever-evolving narrative of our shared humanity. \nFeaturing Artists\n \n \n \n \n \n Karel Garcia\n \n Posted on November 14\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n The artist\, born on December 27\, 1990\, showed an early interest in art\, participating in drawing and sculpture workshops as a child in Vedado\, Cuba. After completing secondary school\, he initially focused on pursuing a degree in Architecture\, which he completed in 2017. While working as an architect\, he reconnected with art\, participating in private… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kirk Palmer\n \n Posted on March 20\, 2025 by Creative Pinellas \n Kirk Palmer is an artist who lives in Saint Petersburg\, Florida. Born in Santa Monica\, California\, he was raised in Bolivia\, South America and the mountains of western North Carolina. He earned a BA in Visual Arts from Eckerd College (Phi Beta Kappa)\, and an MFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art in 2016…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Alice Pickett Lewis\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Alice Pickett Lewis began sewing at a very young age. She has a BFA in Textile Design from Rhode Island School of Design. She is inspired by the colors and textures in the natural world\, and is currently working to honor the old native oak trees lost in the recent hurricanes. She works in multi… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tavia Reyes\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Tavia Reyes is a self-taught\, neurodivergent artist whose work is bold\, unfiltered\, and alive with tension. Her visual language combines symbols\, scribbles\, and raw emotion\, drawing from the wild geometries of nature\, the electric pulse of Florida skies\, and the tangled webs of thought that refuse to be contained. For Tavia\, art is also a… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Luke Vest\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Luke Vest is a visual artist based in Saint Petersburg\, FL\, whose work explores perception\, transformation\, and the liminal spaces between self and cosmos. Blending oil\, oil pastel\, spray paint\, and metal leaf\, Vest constructs layered\, alchemical surfaces that merge human\, mythic\, and cosmic forces. His figures are fractured\, yet whole\, and serve as metaphysical… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zulu Painter\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Zulu Painter is an international multimedia artist who works in traditional mediums as well as special effects and scenic art. Zulu’s large-scale mural work contributes to the art revitalization of an ever-expanding list of communities. The vibrant colors in his paintings convey his goal of creating Art that uplifts viewers with positive energy. ​“I want… Read More \n \n \n \nShop the Collection URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/the-shape-of-us/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/exhibition.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250429 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251001 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250424T190913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T180807Z UID:98321-1745884800-1759276799@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Made in the Shade DESCRIPTION:Creative Pinellas\, in partnership with St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)\, is proud to launch the inaugural exhibition at the brand-new gallery called Sightline\, located at PIE. The first exhibition\, Made in the Shade\, curated by Katherine Gibson of Arthouse3 invites travelers and visitors to experience the beauty\, creativity\, and culture of Florida through the eyes of local artists. \nInspired by themes of Florida tourism\, vacations\, natural elements\, and regional artistic talent\, Made in the Shade offers a vibrant look at how artists capture the spirit of relaxation\, environment\, and sense of place that defines the Sunshine State. \nMade in the Shade has been extended through September 30 to give more visitors the opportunity to explore and enjoy the exhibition. \nFeatured Artists\n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Barenis\n \n Posted on September 13\, 2021 by Elizabeth Barenis \n She believes that what the viewer finds in the art is one of the most important things about it. Her work has been shown nationally and internationally…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Matthew Drennan Wicks\n \n Posted on April 24\, 2025 by Creative Pinellas \n Matthew Drennan Wicks has been nationally and internationally recognized for his ceramic and non-ceramic based sculpture. His work discusses a process-based exploration of traditional craft in a contemporary context that highlights specific domestic materials\, the collapsing of historical stereotypes and the intrinsic properties of craft materials such as clay\, fibers and glass. His work has… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Babette Herschberger\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Babette Herschberger b. 1961\, St. Joe\, Indiana Lives and works in St. Petersburg\, Florida USA Babette Herschberger is a painter\, she works intuitively to create minimal\, abstract compositions which emphasize color\, form and surface. Babette recently began working with clay and currently has a studio at The Morean Center for Clay in St. Petersburg\, FL…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/made-in-the-shade/ LOCATION:St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport\, 14700 Terminal Blvd #221\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33762\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Exhibition - Off Campus,Off Campus Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Made-in-the-Shade.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250127T190903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T184210Z UID:97558-1743847200-1745773200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Artistic Discovery 2025: 13th Congressional District of Florida Exhibition DESCRIPTION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas is proud to host the Artistic Discovery 2025 Exhibition\, showcasing artwork by talented high school students from Pinellas County.\nThis annual competition\, sponsored by the Congressional Institute\, highlights and celebrates the artistic talent of high school students across the nation and within each congressional district. Since its inception in 1982\, the competition has engaged over 650\,000 students nationwide. \nStudents submit their artwork to their congressional representative’s office\, where panels of local artists select the winning entries. Winners are honored in their districts and at a prestigious awards ceremony in Washington\, D.C.\, with their artwork displayed for one year at the U.S. Capitol. \nThe 13th Congressional District High School Artistic Discovery Competition is presented in partnership with the Office of U.S. Representative Anna Paulina Luna. \nThe gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am-5pm. FREE and open to the public. \nEvents Surrounding Exhibition\nThere will be an Award Ceremony for the artists and their families on April 22 from 6-7:30 pm. Join us to celebrate the creativity and talent of the next generation of artists! \n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/artistic-discovery-2025-13th-congressional-district-of-florida-exhibition/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Exhibition Hours,Gallery Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/CDHS-Header-Monserrat-Hernandez-Alamilla_Our-Land.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20250127T184850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T184852Z UID:97549-1740823200-1743354000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Youth Art Month 2025 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 1st and run through the 30th. 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 continuing 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 2\, 2025 from 1:30-3pm. The Awards Ceremony will be in Courtyard at 2pm. URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/youth-art-month-2025/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Exhibition Hours,Gallery Event,Opening Reception ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/YAM-2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20241219T194748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T184651Z UID:97150-1740072600-1740081600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:iBOMS: iMAGiNE NATiON Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of iMAGiNE NATiON\, presented by the Woodson African American Museum of Florida and Creative Pinellas and curated by Danny Olda\, who also serves as Marketing and Communications Manager for the Woodson African American Museum of Florida. \nStep into the vibrant world of iBOMS\, where imagination transforms into a limitless landscape of ideas and creations. Through graphite\, spray paint\, resin\, and more\, iBOMS redefines imagination as a lifelong force shaping knowledge\, art\, and culture. \nDon’t miss this inspiring evening to celebrate creativity and meet the artist behind this extraordinary exhibition. \nEvening Program\n5:30-6 PM: Artist Tour \n6-8 PM: Opening Reception \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabari Reed-Diop (iBOMS)\n \n Posted on March 28\, 2023 by i.b.o.m.s \n Based out of: St. Petersburg\, Florida\, Jabari Jahi Babatu Reed-Diop\, otherwise known as iBOMS (illegal. Beauty. On.My.Streets) is a 25-year-old artist based in St. Petersburg\, Florida. His artistic acumen comes from personal experience and formal education at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts in Jacksonville and Gibbs high PCCA magnet program here in St.Petersburg. Despite… Read More \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n iBOMS: iMAGiNE NATiON\n \n Posted on December 19\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Presented by the Woodson African American Museum of Florida and Creative Pinellas\, iMAGiNE NATiON invites you to step into the boundless world of artist iBOMS\, where imagination is redefined as an infinite\, unexplored land—a motherland of knowledge and the birthplace of spirituality\, science\, art\, and philosophy. … Read More \n \n \n \n  \nShop the Collection URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/iboms-imagine-nation-opening-reception/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event,Opening Reception END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T022726 CREATED:20241219T195558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T142240Z UID:97155-1740045600-1754845200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:iBOMS: iMAGiNE NATiON DESCRIPTION:iBOMBS: iMAGiNE NATiON has been extended through August 10 to give more visitors the opportunity to explore and enjoy the exhibition. \nPresented by the Woodson African American Museum of Florida and Creative Pinellas \nStep into the boundless world of iMAGiNE NATiON\, curated by Danny Olda\, where artist iBOMS redefines imagination as an infinite\, unexplored land—a motherland of all knowledge and the birthplace of spirituality\, science\, art\, and philosophy. \nOften seen as a realm of childhood\, iBOMS views imagination as a vital\, lifelong force. In this exhibition\, he builds a “nation of imagination\,” bringing ideas to life through objects and figures crafted with graphite\, spray paint\, resin casting\, digital design\, and even elements from nature. \niMAGiNE NATiON invites viewers to rediscover the power of imagination beyond childhood\, exploring its potential as a tool for understanding life’s complexities and opportunities. For iBOMS\, imagination is not just a creative outlet but a foundational force that shapes culture\, structures\, and the human psyche.\nA multidisciplinary artist\, iBOMS uses his craft to inspire\, challenge\, and transform perspectives. His work reflects his belief that imagination is not merely an escape but an essential means of shaping the world we live in. \nDon’t miss this transformative journey into the vibrant and uncharted iMAGiNE NATiON! \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Jabari Reed-Diop (iBOMS)\n \n Posted on March 28\, 2023 by i.b.o.m.s \n Based out of: St. Petersburg\, Florida\, Jabari Jahi Babatu Reed-Diop\, otherwise known as iBOMS (illegal. Beauty. On.My.Streets) is a 25-year-old artist based in St. Petersburg\, Florida. His artistic acumen comes from personal experience and formal education at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts in Jacksonville and Gibbs high PCCA magnet program here in St.Petersburg. Despite… Read More \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n iBOMS: iMAGiNE NATiON Opening Reception\n \n Posted on December 19\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Join us for the opening of iMAGiNE NATiON\, presented by the Woodson African American Museum of Florida and Creative Pinellas. Explore iBOMS’ limitless landscape of imagination\, where ideas become vibrant creations through graphite\, spray paint\, resin\, and more. Meet the artist behind this extraordinary exhibition!… Read More \n \n \n \nShop the Collection URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/iboms-imagine-nation/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR