Historic Veto Eliminates Arts Funding for Pinellas County

Last week’s historic veto of nearly all state arts funding threatens millions in support for almost 50 arts organizations in Pinellas County. Despite the setback, residents are encouraged to support local artists and arts organizations, as the arts generate significant economic and social benefits for the region. Creative Pinellas remains committed to meeting the needs of our cultural community…. Read More

Unveiling Jema

By Medina Karagic. “My Name is Jema” serves as a prelude to Jema’s music, offering a deep dive into the psyche of a complex, multi-layered Hip-Hop artist…. Read More

Thanking Our Arts Teachers

Just one special teacher you connect with can make a huge difference. We asked artists to share the teachers who they want to thank, for helping them become the artists that they are today…. Read More

At the 2024 Emerging Artists Exhibit

By Kaitlin Crockett. A week later and I’m still gushing about the Creative Pinellas Emerging Artist Exhibition. Seeing family, friends and our community enjoying the print installation and my work was very special to me. … Read More

Artistic Discovery 2024

Through April 28 Free Gallery at Creative Pinellas Details here The Artistic Discovery 2024 – 13th Congressional District of Florida Exhibition is on view at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas… Read More

The Evolution of Drag

By Cindy Stovall. Central Park Performing Arts Center in Largo welcomes a truly immersive, multi-media, staged art experience reflective of 11 decades of pop-culture and Drag History… Read More

Strength of Character. . . Evolution

By Katherine Gibson. The what-if factor runs throughout Strength of Character – the new exhibit at the Creative Pinellas Gallery of elegant sculptural wood pieces by Kathleen & David Bly, large-scale paintings by Edgar Sanchez Cumbas and site-specific installation by Kendra Frorup…. Read More

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