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For Vini and Matipa Mutsemi, the American dream has taken shape through art, entrepreneurship, and a connection to their Zimbabwean heritage. The St. Petersburg couple have been named recipients of Florida’s Fourteenth Congressional District American Dream Award for 2026, recognizing immigrants whose accomplishments and service have made remarkable contributions to their communities. The recognition, presented…
A commission becomes a collaboration between artist and collector. By Mark Holliway Central Park has always held a special place in my heart. Its beauty, history, nostalgia, and romance make it unlike anywhere else. As a filmmaker, I have also been drawn to the way it appears on screen. When I had one space left…
The setting: You inherited an old landscape painting from your grandparents. You grew up hearing the story: they bought it on a trip to Italy in the 1960s, and supposedly the artist was famous. It looks old, it has a signature, and it has always hung in the family home. Now it belongs to you,…
Brian James for The Artisan Magazine – Sept/Oct 2026 It’s not about that. It’s about everything else. I honestly don’t know how to put into words what it feels like to work with incredibly talented people. Maybe that’s because some things are better experienced than explained. I’ve been fortunate throughout my career to work with…
Yes, but let’s define what is meant by investment. The real question many collectors are asking is, “Will this artwork increase in value?” This a financial question, and answering it requires research and data. It involves analyzing current and historical market trends, comparable sales in both the primary and secondary markets, and understanding where an…
Jovian Browne is the dynamic, impassioned, and very capable founder of Browne Art. The history of art galleries in St. Petersburg is littered with corpses. Some long- time residents might remember the amazing Mindy Solomon Gallery that used to be downtown but moved to Miami in 2013. The Woodfield Gallery and the Craftsman House Gallery…
Open for 3 years now, The Werk Gallery & Object Lab has become one of the city’s most distinctive spaces for contemporary art, artist-made objects, and a cultural exchange. Located at 2210 First Avenue South, the gallery blends curated exhibitions with an eclectic retail concept known as the Object Lab, creating an experience that is…
AUGUST 15, 2026 THROUGH JANUARY 3, 2027 Masquerade has long stood as the iconic African performance genre, and yet the artists who create masquerades are often unacknowledged and under-represented in exhibitions and publications. New African Masquerades: Artistic Innovations and Collaborations showcases the artworks and voices of individual creators and offers a fresh take on the…
Exhibition Dates: July 3 – August 2, 2026 Opening Reception: Friday July 3, 5-9pm Artist talks: Sunday July 26, 3pm GABINETTO GALLERY “Neighborhood Studies: Kwasi Boyd-Bouldin” Exhibition Dates: July 3 – August 2, 2026 Opening Reception: Friday July 3, 5-9pm The Werk Gallery is ready to expand its vision again with two outstanding exhibitions featuring…
Exhibiting at the St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport Sightline GalleryJune 30 thru September 30, 2026 Curated by Maggie Duffy of Creative Pinellas Creative Pinellas, in partnership with Heritage Village, is presenting a nostalgic celebration of Florida culture with itsnewest exhibition, Juicy: A Slice of Florida Life, on view June 30-Sept. 30, 2026 at the St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport Sightline Gallery. In celebration of Heritage Village’s 50th anniversary in Pinellas County, Juicy explores Florida’s enduring relationship with the citrus industry through archival citrus crate labels that sealed Florida’s identity as an eternal tropical paradise.The labels are paired with featured artist Steve Hagan’s blown glass sculptures of citrus, which look as delicious as theFlorida fruit that inspired them. The glass works are on loan from…
Contemporary abstract paintings and works on paper by Francesco Agresti are on view at Browne Art through June 26, 2026 with a special exhibition at the Dali Museum on June 5th Browne Art is pleased to present Emancipation, a solo exhibition of luminous abstract paintings by Italian-born, New York–trained artist Francesco Agresti, who has lived and…
During the last few days of the standout exhibition celebrating two bold artistic voices: (Un)Natural Geographies: The Maps of Ibrahim Miranda and Erin Oliver: Thursday, 5/28 2-5pm Wild Space Gallery will be serving Cuban Coffee and Wild Brew, a locally sourced Yaupon tea. Please stop in! Ibrahim Miranda is a Cuban artist who has gained international attention for his prints and paintings. He frequently uses maps of Cuba as…
Artwork by Creative Clay Member Artists is now on view at the Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art in Tarpon Springs, Florida. The exhibition, A Mosaic of Color, remains on display in the Interactive Gallery through July 19, 2026. An opening reception will be held Thursday, June 4, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. A Mosaic of Color features 49…
As Spain and the world prepare to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the death of legendary architect Antoni Gaudí in 2026, Peace Memorial Presbyterian Church will host a special celebratory reception for the expanded traveling exhibition Sacred Pilgrimage: Gaudí and Galban on Wednesday, June 10, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in downtown Clearwater. Across Spain, tributes…
On View: June 18 – August 2, 2026 The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts (FMoPA) is proud to present the 2026 International Photography Competition exhibition, on view June 18 through August 2, 2026 at its Ybor City galleries. Now in its latest edition, the International Photography Competition (IPC) continues to serve as a global platform…
At the heart of Shona sculpture is a spiritual worldview. Sculptors, Mines, and the Spirit Within In recent years, EnnYe Gallery owner Vini Mutsemi, alongside Matipa Mutsemi and Mercy Nyamangwanda, has introduced American audiences, particularly in St.Petersburg, to the powerful tradition of Shona stone sculpture from Zimbabwe. These works stand apart not only for their form,…
Tampa Museum of Art: Through August 23, 2026 For the past six decades, Jun Kaneko has defied what is possible with clay. Admired across the globe for his creative achievements, Kaneko is described as a pioneer—a trailblazing artist who continues to experiment in a range of media. His story begins in Nagoya, Japan, where Kaneko’s…
Over seven years, Brenda McMahon Gallery has established itself as a premier destination for art lovers and artists across Florida and the Southeast. The gallery has garnered praise from the community, artists, and the media, significantly contributing to the enhancement of Gulfport’s vibrant creative scene. Recently, the gallery expanded its roster of fine artists and…
In an era dominated by digital images and instant photography, artist Marc Brechwald proves that a simple graphite pencil can still stop viewers in their tracks. At first glance, Brechwald’s work often looks like black-and-white photography. The detail is striking, every wrinkle, reflection, and subtle shadow captured with precision. But lean closer and the truth…
Scott Solary’s Debut Solo Exhibition at Forever Florida Gallery Forever Florida Real Estate – Grand Central2629 Central AveSt. Petersburg, FL 33713May 9, 2026: 5-9pm (On display May 1-31) On the evening of May 9th, from 5 to 9 p.m., Forever Florida Gallery will open its doors to a landmark moment for artist, Scott Solary: his…
For millions of travelers each year, the first glimpse of Pinellas County comes not from a beach or museum—but from an airport terminal. At St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport, better known as PIE, the arts have become part of the travel experience, transforming a simple transportation hub into a gateway to the region’s vibrant creative culture….
Some like it HOT! I am a fire sign (Aries), which is one reason I moved to Florida, I don’t like the cold. Not saying I like 100 degree weather either. More like 75-80, right?! That being said, Zen Glass Studio’s heat hits 3,000 degrees Fahrenheit. And you get to play with it. Pretty awesome!…
From April 3 through May 1, St. Petersburg’s Bayboro Brewing will transform into a gallery of feline-inspired artworks with “Caterwalls”, a cat-themed fine art exhibition showcasing original pieces from some of the biggest names in Tampa Bay’s creative community. Just as caterwauling is cats making themselves impossible to ignore, “Caterwalls” is helping raise funds and…
Elevating Pinellas County as a Cultural Destination Creative Pinellas is spearheading a transformative new arts tourism funding program designed to position Pinellas County as a premier cultural destination while strengthening its creative economy. On Tuesday, the Pinellas Board of County Commissioners approved the $500,000 program by unanimous vote. Creative Pinellas will direct the program, which…
A Rare Glimpse into Private Art Collections of Southwest Florida New exhibition features original works by artistic legends including Louise Bourgeois, Chuck Close, Kara Walker, Ai Weiwei, and more. Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College of Art and Design (SAM) is proud to announce its upcoming exhibition, “Something Borrowed, Something New,” opening to the public…
Brenda McMahon Gallery in Gulfport is celebrating the latest works of award-winning painter Cedar Kindy this April. An artist reception is scheduled for Friday, April 3, from 5:30–9 p.m. Jazz guitarist Mike Hoke will welcome visitors and collectors to the gallery with a live music performance outside the gallery on Beach Boulevard, which will be vibrant…
Gulfport’s DRV Gallery begins its spring season on First Friday, April 3rd, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. with a new exhibit titled In Quiet Witness, featuring the artwork of award-winning artist Marina Richmond. Richmond is known for her watercolor and ink creations that delve into themes of silent observation and presence, focusing on the connections between…
Perceptions of the Body Last night’s edition of Nude Nite at Coastal Creative felt less like a traditional gallery opening and more like stepping into a surreal art carnival built around the human body. For three nights each March, the national traveling exhibition transforms a warehouse space into a pop-up immersive gallery, and this year’s St. Petersburg show continued…
WHAT:Live mural painting transforming a PedalPub into a mobile public art installation WHO:Nicole Stott (NASA astronaut and artist)Cora Rodriguez (local muralist)Tricia Sham (local muralist) WHEN:March 17, 202610am-5pm or so WHERE:PedalPub Hub – 1975 3rd Ave S (20th St S & Pinellas Trail)Downtown St. Petersburg WHY IT’S VISUAL:Artists painting directly onto a PedalPub while the public watches. The…
FCCC 2026 Photography Conference Photographers of all skill levels—from beginners picking up a camera for the first time to seasoned professionals—are invited to attend the Florida Camera Club Council (FCCC) – 2026 Photography Conference, March 27–29, 2026, at Manatee Technical College, 6305 State Road 70 East, Bradenton, FL 34203. Under the theme “From Vision to Vivid: Bringing Your Creative…