By Emily Lee Stehle Originally published February 2021 . . . Words have always been important to me. I went into journalism because I realized that my mom, born in… Read More
Words – Songs of Comfort
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Entries for the Arts Coast Magazine
The New Studios@5663 in Pinellas Park
By Emily Lee Stehle. You can call me biased in describing the reopening of Studios@5663 in Pinellas Park as among the most important arts events in Pinellas County in 2024…. 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
Clearwater Arts Alliance Resolution to Inspire
By Carlene Cobb. Clearwater Arts Alliance (CAA) celebrates 25 years in existence in December 2024. President Beth Daniels says the volunteer-powered organization… 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
My Artist Talk: A Revelation
Well, the opening reception for the 2024 Emerging Artists has come and gone. It was an amazing and thrilling evening. Hundreds of people came out, many of whom I know… 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
