By Tony Wong Palms. Lizzie Bougatsos and Lonnie Holley’s collaborative exhibit at the MFA explores humanity in personal and universal perspectives … Read More
Lizzi Bougatsos & Lonnie Holley
Genre: St Pete
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
Try Something New
By Libby Lewis. For anyone struggling to find inspiration or improve as an artist, just try something new. You never know where it will lead you…. Read More
The Hollander Hotel & Artist Chad Mize
By Cindy Stovall. St Pete visual artist Chad Mize describes his new mural at the Hollander Hotel as “a love letter to the city.”… Read More
SQUISHED at Eckerd College
By Tom Winchester. Izzy Pav’s “SQUISHED” recently on view at Eckerd College exhibited sculptures and paintings to convey how overwhelming daily life can feel…. Read More
Afterthoughts – Resurrecting the Magnificence of Mahler in Season Finale
By Kurt Loft. “You have to experience this kind of music live,’’ says Michael Francis, Music Director of the Florida Orchestra. “You have to be here, and to feel what a uniquely human art this is.”… 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
Jewelry That Tells a Life Story
By Margo Hammond. Barbara Dunnavant hasn’t written her memoirs yet, but you can “read” the story of her life in the delightful pins she wears…. Read More
Bob Devin Jones’ Legacy at The Studio@620
By Jake-ann Jones. The Studio@620’s founder and artistic director Bob Devin Jones has built a legacy of embracing a village of diverse artists, community members and organizations in downtown St. Pete…. Read More
