Sand Sculpture Festival Planned, Tampa Drag Queen Performs On ‘AlterEgo’: Art News

TAMPA BAY, FL — If you're looking for a creative spark or want to support the local arts, here's the latest news and events from the Tampa Bay area's vibrant arts scene.

Sculptors To Create Works Of Art With Treasure Island Beach Sand

The Sanding Ovations sand-sculpting exhibition and competition is making a strong comeback in Treasure Island with a second weekend and the addition of a kite festival.

St. Pete Model Wears High-End Balenciaga In Paris Fashion Show

Eugenie Bondurant spent about two weeks in Paris fashion houses modeling Balenciaga by famous designer Demna Gvasalia during fashion week.

Drag Queen Turns No Into A Yes On Fox's 'AlterEgo' Show

A St. Pete performer shares how he turned seeking validation from others and rejection into self-belief and a spot on Fox's show "AlterEgo."

Crosswalk Murals Aren't Just Art; They Help Slow Down Drivers

Kids took to the streets with paints and stencils to create an eye-catching street mural designed to make the crosswalks more visible.

Selby Gardens, Ringling Museum Partner On 2021 Orchid Show

Selby Gardens collaborates with the Ringling Museum of Art for this year's "Orchid Show 2021: Aerialists from the Tree Top to the Big Top."

Other Tampa Bay-area arts news:

• Coldplay Announces World Tour With Emphasis On Environment: Video
• Sarasota Music Conservatory Moves To New Downtown Location
• Lab Theater Project To Present Comedy 'Skin Hungry'
• Singer, Poet Patti Smith To Perform At Selby Gardens Feb. 15
• Restructure Of Arts Council Expects To Save County $157,000