Creative Pinellas is Making Waves: Where Art, Nature & Community Meet
Join us this April-May 2026 to celebrate the unique spirit of Pinellas County!
Making Waves is a new countywide experience featuring unforgettable performances, exhibitions, and adventures where art and nature meet…. Read More
May 19 @ 1:00 pm: Be part of an artist talk featuring Harriet Monzon-Aguirre! Harriet, an oil painter, is showcasing her work at the 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition. Originally from Barbados, she now resides in Safety Harbor. Connect with Harriet as she shares her journey and explores the beauty of her artistic practice.
Join the artists behind the exhibition Flora & Fauna: A Galban, Adriano Nicot, Froilán Escobar, Jorge Dans, Josignacio, and Leslie Hiatt as they chat about their art, their individual process, and why they are drawn to use flora and fauna as subject matter.
May 29 @ 7:00 pm: Join us for an exhilarating artist talk with Gaby Rosa, a dynamic fire and circus performer. Discover Gaby's captivating journey and be inspired by her empowering performances that ignite the soul. Don't miss this chance to hear from Gaby!
May 30 @ 7:00 pm: Be a part of this night with Kaitlin Crockett & Tyler Gillespie.
June 1 @ 1:00 pm: Discover Luci's creative journey from Germany to Brooklyn and Berlin, and now to St. Petersburg. Find out how Luci's work enhances well-being by connecting people with the outdoors through art. Don't miss this chance to hear from Luci and explore the intersection of art, nature, and community!
June 1 @ 2:00 pm: Come together for an inspiring artist talk with David McCauley, who has founded several organizations recognized for their impactful art programs. You will explore David’s diverse talent at the 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition and hear his journey!
June 27 @ 7:00 pm 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks - Vanessa Cunto
Please join A Galban and Tarin Mohajeri, Beyond Placemaking grantees and the force behind the Flora & Fauna exhibition, as they talk with Florida Botanical Gardens Foundation Executive Director Emily Goot about art, environmental sustainability, and our intricate relationship with the flora and fauna that inhabit our planet. LIVE on Instagram. Events Exhibition Artists
Guest speaker Erica Sutherlin breaks down LLCs, COIs, and quarterly filings to help you to separate you as a person from your brand and build a strong business foundation.
Guest speaker Liz Dimmit shares what collectors and galleries are really looking for—and how building authentic relationships can open doors to new opportunities.
Artists often wonder why their great ideas aren’t funded. Hint: It’s usually not about the art itself. Join us to learn what makes a strong proposal with tips from the Creative Pinellas Director of Grants Todd Wellman.
Re-envision how you use social media to promote your work and grow your audience. Join Visual Artist, Muralist, and Creative Pinellas Marketing Associate Ketsy Ruiz to learn practical strategies for building a strong, authentic online presence.
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