Creativity influences Good Design

I think the quote is "Form Follows Function". I appreciate good design where ever I see it. It is alway a win win situation when artist work with engineers or planners to come up with a stronger design. This is a bike rack in downtown St. Petersburg Florida, a city that is making a commitment to the arts. With the Salvador Dali Museum, Dale Chihuly Museum, Morean Art Center, St. Petersburg Museum of Fine Art, and wonderful galleries and public art, St. Petersburg has highlighted the importance of art in a community. The arts bring in more money to a community that sports do. I know some of you are shaking you head and thinking that can't be, but the statistics are overwhelming. Working in art advocacy it is a fact I know well. So help your community invest in the arts, build a strong community and a stronger financial future at the same time!

Art Walk

An art walk is a wonderful thing for everyone. It is a win win situation for artists, shops and restaurants, and the people in the community. If your area has not tried this idea, it is a good venue for artists to show their work in galleries, studios and other spaces. It brings people out who will spend money for drinks and food. It also builds a feeling of togetherness in a community. No matter how large or small your town is, you can definitely do this! Give it a try and let me know how it goes!