In an exciting initiative blending urban beautification with artistic expression, Creative Pinellas, in partnership with Pinellas County and the Lealman Community Redevelopment Area (CRA), has selected a group of talented artists to have their work transformed into public art. As part of the Graffiti Abatement Art Program and increasing public art in Lealman, these artists will see their unique creations wrapped on traffic signal control boxes, enhancing the county’s streetscapes with vibrant, meaningful designs.
The Graffiti Abatement Art Program serves a dual purpose: not only does it add color and creativity to everyday infrastructure, but it also acts as a deterrent to vandalism, fostering a sense of community pride and ownership. The selected artists represent a diverse spectrum of styles, backgrounds, and creative approaches, ensuring that each piece tells its own compelling story. These vinyl-wrapped signal boxes will serve as mini-canvases scattered throughout Pinellas County, turning ordinary intersections into artistic landmarks.
Meet the Artists: Local Creativity
These talented artists will see their work installed on traffic signal boxes throughout Pinellas County in Spring–Summer 2025. This initiative is yet another step in reinforcing Pinellas County as a thriving hub for the arts, providing both residents and visitors with unexpected bursts of creativity in their daily commutes.
Tania Torres
By Creative Pinellas
Born May 9, 1982 and raised in Humboldt Park, Chicago by Puerto Rican and Dominican parents, non-binary mural artist Tania Torres pulls from the memories of their upbringing in the… Read More
Michael J. O’Connell
By Creative Pinellas
Michael J. O’Connell, originally from Johnson City, NY, is an artist residing in Clearwater, Florida. A graduate of the Tampa Tech School of Art and Design, Michael began his professional… Read More
Zoe Perez
By Creative Pinellas
With nine years of experience in the graphic arts, Zoe Perez has a strong background in creating impactful public art. Her work includes four murals and various projects aimed at… Read More
Regan McCreight, Chroma Creature
By Creative Pinellas
Regan McCreight, also known as Chroma Creature, is a St. Petersburg-based muralist, artist, body painter, and curator. Renowned for her surreal and vibrant creations, Regan draws inspiration from nature and… Read More
Adela Salas
By Creative Pinellas
Adela Salas is a visual artist, muralist, designer born in Santiago de Chile. She graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a bachelor’s in fine arts. After graduation, Adela decided to… Read More
Taylor Crosland
By Creative Pinellas
Taylor Crosland is a printmaker and visual arts educator whose work is deeply inspired by nature, personal connections, and the transformative power of artistic process. With a passion for traditional… Read More
Sophie Capshaw-Mack, MAGNETIC SPACE BUBBLE
By Creative Pinellas
Sophie Capshaw-Mack (aka MAGNETIC SPACE BUBBLE) is a neurodivergent multidisciplinary artist who explores the nature of consciousness. Based in Seminole, Florida, she has exhibited her artwork globally. Her practiced is… Read More
Chris Van Vooren
By Creative Pinellas
Chris Van Vooren brings over 30 years of artistic experience to his craft. His journey began painting houses alongside his father, an experience that laid the foundation for a remarkable… Read More
Kim Michelle Coakley
By Creative Pinellas
Tarpon Springs artist Kim Michelle is the freedom-flower/creative queen behind Kim Michelle Art. She was encouraged from a young age to pursue her love of art and earned a BFA… Read More
Cheryl Weber, jujmo
By Creative Pinellas
Cheryl Weber or locally known as her artist pen name jujmo, is a filipino-american multidisciplinary artist specifically coined for her cute portrayals of concepts, objects, and landscapes. Most of her… Read More
John Gascot
By John Gascot
Queer artist John Gascot, originally from Puerto Rico, infuses his vibrant works with Caribbean roots. While exploring various styles like Painterly and Geometric Abstractions, his signature Latin Pop genre stands… Read More
