Visual artist Ruth Philipon says, “Creating with paper creates a more spontaneous impact. One move begets another, until the work really flows, dances or sings. It is truly a wondrous metamorphosis. Sometimes I feel like a magician, or shaman, or choreographer — a pictorial storyteller.” Through December 31 at the Morean… Read More
By Emily Lee Stehle. Before COVID-19, museum visits and art shows were something I did with friends. I missed that, so I decided to invite a bunch of friends to come to a “girls’ night out” on a Thursday when the MFA has extended hours. My quest – take photos of them next to their favorite Gio Swaby “pose.” Later we’d hang out and share our thoughts about this exhibit of what is typically considered women’s work. … Read More
By Melissa Brown. There are plenty of local community orchestras for string players to participate in – but what about folks who are returning to their string instrument after years away, or just picking one up for the first time? This season, the Dunedin Music Society has formed an ensemble specifically for those players, and family-friendly concerts are … Read More
Veterans face many challenges and it can be difficult to find words to articulate thoughts and feelings which escape everyday language. The USF Contemporary Art Museum’s Breaking Barriers program offers an opportunity to communicate visually and develop an individual voice through artmaking. This online exhibit … Read More
On view at the Chihuly Collection, artists age 5 to 11 in the Morean Arts Center’s Youth Programs created artwork based on Chihuly’s love of color and the element of surprise in art-making. Their creations demonstrate the child-like wonder of Chihuly’s artwork and its enduring appeal for all ages. … Read More
As this year swings toward a new start, we asked a range of artists and arts supporters for a special detail they’ve noticed in a work of art, something that makes this work special for them. We received such lovely answers, all so different. Here’s a year-end gift of special moments people noticed…. Read More
By Laura Kepner. The City of Tarpon Springs has every right to be proud of its oldest house turned museum. Every December they offer a glimpse back in time through their Victorian Christmas Celebration – held this year on December 10 and 11… Read More
By Gabrielle Reeder. If you stroll through any art district in St. Petersburg, you will inevitably stumble upon a mural. Monumental displays of colorful statements splash the walls of this artistic city. Each year the St. Pete Arts Alliance and their SHINE Mural Festival bring the best local, national and international muralists to the Burg with … Read More
By Laura Kepner. The new Morean Workshop Space in St. Pete’s Warehouse Arts District opens this weekend, hosting a low-cost, locally-focused workshop with Doris Conner, Charlie Parker and Don Williams, who have over 100 years of collective ceramics experience…. Read More
By Jennifer Ring. Domestic violence survivors are diverse, but they share a common problem – bureaucracy. Now survivors can find all the services they need at the new Family Justice Center at CASA – where art by Zulu Painter welcomes domestic violence survivors and guides them on a path to healing. … Read More
