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Tampa Bay drawing classes

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The center offers tons of classes from sculpture and painting to drawing courses. | Photo via the Dunedin Fine Art Center

The thing about hobbies is they’re just supposed to be fun (you don’t have to be good at them). Whether you’ve been a doodler for decades or just want a creative outlet, drawing is an excellent foray into the arts.

Dip your toe into the pool with these local classes:

Have a hankering to get back into figure drawing? Every Saturday, you can stop by the Morean Arts Center in Downtown St. Pete to draw a model. Plus, the center also offers classes like dynamic sketching, drawing continuum, and drawing and illustration for kids. Check out the listings.
Sign up the kiddos for a private class + summer camp or book a birthday party at South Tampa’s Happy Industries Art Studio. Kids will learn the foundational elements of drawing, like shadowing, highlighting, and blending, and try their hand at still lifes. Or book a party where instructors show a tutorial on creating figures like mermaids or animals.
Looking for something a bit different? The Tampa Museum of Art offers classics like figure drawing courses and printmaking, but also workshops in nature and around the community (talk about being surrounded by inspiration).
This one’s for the Da Vincis in training. The Dunedin Fine Art Center offers tons of drawing classes like Sumi-e (painting with ink), colored pencil, portraiture, and even a “learn how to draw in four hours” session. Browse the options.
Maybe you’ve stopped by the Old Hyde Park Arts Center for an exhibition or gallery showing. But you can also take classes at the center from the talented Tampa Regional Artists. Sign up for a weekly beginning or intermediate drawing, short or long pose life drawing, or beginner pastels course.

What artsy classes are you looking for? Let us know.

Events

Today, May 19

Preservation Summit and Expo | Friday, May 19 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | St. Petersburg Museum of History, 335 Second Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | Free | Learn how to build an accessory dwelling unit, research your historic home, restore historic windows, and preserve family photos.
Cipriano Zonin Grand Opening | Friday, May 19 | 5-8 p.m. | Tiny Tap Tavern, 2105 W. Morrison Ave., Tampa | Free | Stop by the South Tampa bar to grab one of the food truck’s 300 free Sicilian cream sauce, hot luganega, and other slices.
“Jagged Little Pill” | Friday, May 19-Sunday, May 21 | Times vary | The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Pl., Tampa | $59.50-$104.50 | This acclaimed musical shows the highs and lows of life set to Alanis Morissette’s catalog of music.

Saturday, May 20

Gulf Coast Dance presents: “Inspired to Dance” | Saturday, May 20 | 1 p.m. | Palladium Theater, 253 Fifth Ave. N., St. Petersburg | $18-$30 | Students from the Gulf Coast Dance Center present their Spring Recital, “Inspired to Dance.”
Mindful Movement Yoga | Saturday, May 20, Saturday, May 27 | Times vary | Dr. Carter G. Woodson African American Museum, 2240 Ninth Ave. S., St. Petersburg | Free | Learn yoga postures, meditation, breathing techniques, and positive affirmations at this weekly practice.

Sunday, May 21

The Market at Water Street Tampa | Sunday, May 21, Sunday, June 18, Sunday, July 16 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Water Street Tampa, 1045 E. Cumberland Ave., Tampa | Free | The monthly market takes over the bustling neighborhood with more than 50 local food and health-focused vendors.
Afternoon Tea and Talk | Sunday, May 21 | 3:30-5 p.m. | Oxford Exchange, 420 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa | $66.47 | Join for a conversation between “Secret Garden Art Novel” creators and Frances Hodgson-Burnett’s great-great granddaughter and a tea buffet.
An Enchanted Evening of Rodgers & Hammerstein Favorites | Sunday, May 21 | 6-8 p.m. | Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church, 3501 San Jose St., Tampa | $50 | Sit back and enjoy selections from “Oklahoma!,” “Cinderella,” “The King & I,” and “South Pacific.”

Monday, May 22

Tampa Riverwalk Illuminated Pink to Celebrate Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day | Monday, May 22 | 7-9 p.m. | Tampa Riverwalk, Tampa | Free | Check out the illuminated Riverwalk and score gift cards and limited-edition swag before Iced Coffee Day.
Blue Jays vs. Rays | Monday, May 22-Sunday, Sept. 24 | 6:40 p.m. | Tropicana Field, 1 Tropicana Dr., St. Petersburg | $10-$253 | Head over to the Trop to root on the Rays and chow down on a ballpark frank.

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News Notes

Travel

Bring on the dancing lobsters. Starting in July, you’ll be able to catch a Breeze Airways nonstop flight from TPA to Portland, Maine. Pro tip: it’s the perfect time to escape the late summer Florida heat + feast on cold water lobster. (That’s So Tampa)

Development

The parking lot at the corner of 1st Avenue South and MLK Jr. Street in St. Pete could one day become affordable housing. Property Markets Group/ PMG Affordable + Feldman Equities recently proposed building affordable housing, retail space, and some market-rate living units on the site. (I Love the Burg)

Open

Meet Taylor Sam’s. The new St. Pete breakfast spot (312 3rd St. S.) just opened + serves up New Jersey faves like a corned-beef hash with braised brisket and pork rolls. (St. Pete Rising)

Eat

On the lookout for Friday night plans? Bring the friend group to tonight’s Sunset Food Truck Rally and Craft Beer Fest at Albert Whitted Park (480 Bayshore Dr. SE). The event features local food trucks like Fo’Cheezy and Charm City Eats, a beer tent, live music, and artisan vendors. (I Love the Burg)

Ranked

27. That’s where Rent.com ranked Tampa on its list of the “Best Cities for Remote Work.” The site took into account factors like median rent, the number of coworking spaces, and the percentage of the population that works from home. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Community

Where are you purple bloom; why can’t I find you? It’s not just you. Tampa Bay’s jacaranda trees aren’t blooming on schedule this year. One local horticultural expert predicts the trees will likely bloom this fall. (Tampa Bay Times)

Try This

Every year, Tampa Riverfest takes over downtown with food, wiener dog races, great music, and shared community. The event’s sponsor Publix + Publix GreenWise Market played a massive role, serving delicious dishes and hearty samplers. See how the event went — and the other ways Publix supports Tampa Bay.*

Finance

Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Unlock your home equity.*

Shop

Quick, who’s the next person you’ll buy a gift for? We’ve got 25 gift ideas that will spark joy + are perfect for every budget. One of our favorites? A heated back and neck massager to relieve pressure and tension.

Education

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Happy National Bike Month, TBAY

Tampa officials unveil new crosswalk art at Roosevelt Elementary School

The new mural will greet students at Roosevelt Elementary. | Photo via City of Tampa

Roosevelt Elementary School students are in for a treat on this morning’s walk or bike ride to class.

Tampa city officials, local nonprofit Sidewalk Stompers, and school leaders revealed a new street mural outside the elementary (3205 S. Ferdinand Ave.) yesterday afternoon, according to a release.

Local artists Jay Giroux and Anthony Freese crafted the bright blue and yellow mural laden with stars and horses — which officials hope will protect students by bringing more attention to the high traffic area.

Also in honor of National Bike Month, the team added safety improvements like painted bike lanes and planters outside the school. The elementary community pulled together more than $33,000 to fund the new additions.

“National Bike to School Day recognizes the importance of giving children safe and healthy routes to school,” Emily Hinsdale, president of Sidewalk Stompers, said in a release. “That’s what this mural project is all about – a community investing in a safer, friendlier school street for their children.”

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Bailey

From the editor

If you’re not able to stop by the Tiny Tap for a slice, you can head to Water Street Tampa’s Pawty in the Plaza this Saturday, May 20 to nab one of 200 free slices.

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