Creative Pinellas proudly celebrates the 2024 Ignite Fund awardees—exceptional artists who are turning small but essential needs into big opportunities. These talented individuals, working across disciplines like film, music, visual arts, writing, and performance, have been awarded up to $500 each to fuel their creative projects. From essential materials to project enhancements, the Ignite Fund empowers local creatives to bring their visions to life, enriching Pinellas County’s vibrant arts scene. Meet the remarkable artists who are using this opportunity to spark new ideas and create lasting impacts in our community!
Tod Stephens
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Arts Ignite Fund used to finalize exhibit “Fractal Immersion” at Beach Cottage Gallery that increases viewer knowledge of fractals. … Read More
Lisa Bagley
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Arts Ignite Fund used to market and promote the mixed-media diary exhibition “Hopes and Fears: My Diary of Cancer” to be shown at the Morean Arts Center…. Read More
Jillian Holladay
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Arts Ignite Fund used to purchase a 500mm camera lens to better capture detailed images of the avian subjects of future artwork…. Read More
Jenna Jane
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Arts Ignite Fund used to acquire screenwriting software and professional playwriting training to increase opportunities to be produced by theatres…. Read More
Jeff Morris
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Arts Ignite Fund used to support teen workshops focused on the intersection of grief and comics, with inspiration from the “True Believer” comic book…. Read More
Carl Noll
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Arts Ignite Fund used to purchase art supplies to bridge the gap between art-making as a hobbyist and as a professional Artist…. Read More
Arturo Romero (R2ROMERO)
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Arts Ignite Fund used to purchase supplies to complete art projects that inspire local pride of area natural wonders…. Read More
Alice Ferrulo
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Arts Ignite Fund used to purchase professional video editing software access that will allow the Artist to edit their own videos for portfolio development and marketing…. Read More
Abby Knauff
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Arts Ignite Fund used to purchase a durable zine stand and curate zines to promote a range of artistic voices…. Read More
Laura Frederick
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Arts Ignite Fund used to cover studio fees and clay supplies to allow the Artist to continue their work…. Read More
