A youngster takes time to admire Mélineige Beauregard’s exquisite sculpture, “Take Time to Smell the Roses," as flood lights illuminate it at sunset.
A youngster takes time to admire Mélineige Beauregard’s exquisite sculpture, “Take Time to Smell the Roses," as flood lights illuminate it at sunset. Photos by Carole Devillers
The “Sun Dial," which actually marks the passage of time, is one of the sand sculptures created for the Sanding Ovations “It’s About Time” exhibition at Treasure Island in Pinellas County.
The “Sun Dial," which actually marks the passage of time, is one of the sand sculptures created for the Sanding Ovations “It’s About Time” exhibition at Treasure Island in Pinellas County. Photos by Carole Devillers.
“Gestation,” by sculptor Fergus Mulvany of Ireland, can be admired at the Sanding Ovations international exhibition, which has an encore weekend at Treasure Island on November 25th and 26.
“Gestation,” by sculptor Fergus Mulvany of Ireland, can be admired at the Sanding Ovations international exhibition, which has an encore weekend at Treasure Island on November 25th and 26. Photos by Carole Devillers.
Chapters of life from childhood to old age are depicted in “Doggone Dog Days” by Morgan Rudluff, a sand sculptor and massage therapist from Oakland, CA.
Chapters of life from childhood to old age are depicted in “Doggone Dog Days” by Morgan Rudluff, a sand sculptor and massage therapist from Oakland, CA. Photos by Carole Devillers.
Festival goers watch French sculptor Benoit Dutherage apply a coat of wood glue-based sealant to further protect the “Rock the Block” sculpture he created with other artists.
Festival goers watch French sculptor Benoit Dutherage apply a coat of wood glue-based sealant to further protect the “Rock the Block” sculpture he created with other artists. Photos by Carole Devillers
The sculptures are made with sand brought from South Florida that has special characteristics necessary for sculpting such detailed work as “Metro Gnomes” by Abe Waterman of Prince Edward Island, Canada.
The sculptures are made with sand brought from South Florida that has special characteristics necessary for sculpting such detailed work as “Metro Gnomes” by Abe Waterman of Prince Edward Island, Canada. Photos by Carole Devillers.
Mélineige Beauregard, of Montreal, Canada, puts the finishing touches to her sand creation “Take Time to Smell the Roses” at the Sanding Ovations sand sculpting competition event.
Mélineige Beauregard, of Montreal, Canada, puts the finishing touches to her sand creation “Take Time to Smell the Roses” at the Sanding Ovations sand sculpting competition event. Photos by Carole Devillers.
“It’s About Time" by Sue McGrew of Tacoma WA brings smiles from spectators at the Sanding Ovations Master's Cup this November. Every sculpture is made of solid sand and water.
“It’s About Time" by Sue McGrew of Tacoma WA brings smiles from spectators at the Sanding Ovations Master's Cup this November. Every sculpture is made of solid sand and water. Photos by Carole Devillers.
The whimsical “Clocktopus” by local sculptor, artist and street painter Damon Meri of Seminole FL gets its portrait taken by Sanding Ovations spectators.
The whimsical “Clocktopus” by local sculptor, artist and street painter Damon Meri of Seminole FL gets its portrait taken by Sanding Ovations spectators. Photos by Carole Devillers.
Reminiscing on the passage of time, sculptor Bruce Phillips of San Diego CA created “Life of Mom – then and now” for the 2023 Sanding Ovations sculpture exhibition and competition.
Reminiscing on the passage of time, sculptor Bruce Phillips of San Diego CA created “Life of Mom – then and now” for the 2023 Sanding Ovations sculpture exhibition and competition. Photos by Carole Devillers
The Treasure Island Sanding Ovations sculptures will remain standing and illuminated (weather permitting) through the first week of January 2024.
The Treasure Island Sanding Ovations sculptures will remain standing and illuminated (weather permitting) through the first week of January 2024. Photos by Carole Devillers
An amusing play on words “Presley, Sage, Rosemary and Time” describes the sand sculpture of personalities and concepts created by Abe Waterman of Canada and Benoit Dutherage of France.
An amusing play on words “Presley, Sage, Rosemary and Time” describes the sand sculpture of personalities and concepts created by Abe Waterman of Canada and Benoit Dutherage of France. Photos by Carole Devillers
Illuminated by green flood lights, “Time Warp” by Benoit Dutherage of France was part of the recent Sanding Ovations sand sculpture exhibit on Treasure Island.
Illuminated by green flood lights, “Time Warp” by Benoit Dutherage of France was part of the recent Sanding Ovations sand sculpture exhibit on Treasure Island. Photos by Carole Devillers
A young pilot on a duck by Jobi Bouchard (Canada) and this year’s event designer/local sculptor Dan Doubleday (Treasure Island FL) reminds us that time flies, but we are the pilots!
A young pilot on a duck by Jobi Bouchard (Canada) and this year’s event designer/local sculptor Dan Doubleday (Treasure Island FL) reminds us that time flies, but we are the pilots! Photos by Carole Devillers
Sunset brings us to “Infinity,” which Canadian artist Jonathan Bouchard created for the annual Sanding Ovations exhibition on Treasure Island in Pinellas County.
Sunset brings us to “Infinity,” which Canadian artist Jonathan Bouchard created for the annual Sanding Ovations exhibition on Treasure Island in Pinellas County. Photos by Carole Devillers
At the end of the day, it’s all about time this year at Sanding Ovations. “Father Time” by sculptor Fergus Mulvany depicts the concept well in this world-class exhibition of sand sculpting talent.
At the end of the day, it’s all about time this year at Sanding Ovations. “Father Time” by sculptor Fergus Mulvany depicts the concept well in this world-class exhibition of sand sculpting talent. Photos by Carole Devillers

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December arts in Tampa Bay: Broadway shows, holiday art markets, live orchestras, new exhibits

Zebrina Edgerton-MaloyWednesday, November 29, 2023
The December arts scene in Tampa Bay includes events at Creative Clay and the Tampa Museum of Art, new exhibitions at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, an annual Florida Highwaymen show, a Broadway Christmas at the Mahaffey and holiday art markets.
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THEA 60 for 60: Expressway Authority celebrates anniversary, plans for Tampa's future

Christopher CurryTuesday, November 21, 2023
As the Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA) celebrates its 60th anniversary, the agency is focused on Tampa's future with expansion and improvements to the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway and a vision to transform the land under the expressway into community and park space that connects neighborhoods.    
Feature Story Mike Lally and Tricia Manning, co-chairs of Social Venture Partners, at SVP's 2022 Fast Pitch competition, a Shark Tank-style event for local nonprofits.

Sharing their expertise: Tampa Bay executives give back to the community

Pamela VarkonyTuesday, November 21, 2023
Tampa Bay's 50-and-over executives and business leaders give back to the community by volunteering their expertise and experience with local nonprofits.
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Masthead gallery: Sanding Ovations

Carole DevillersTuesday, November 21, 2023
A photo gallery from the 2023 Sanding Ovations sand sculpting exhibition and competition, held at Treasure Island from November 16th through 19th.
Feature Story The murals along Yellow Brick Row add to the unique character of Tampa Heights.

Neighborhood transformation and historic preservation in Tampa Heights

Philip MorganTuesday, November 14, 2023
Over the last decade, the renovated Rialto Theatre, Ulele restaurant, Water Works Park, Armature Works and an in-demand residential market transformed Tampa Heights. As the neighborhood changes and grows, the Tampa Downtown Partnership wants to see the historic North Franklin Street corridor dubbed Yellow Brick Row protected and preserved.
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