Signal Box Art Project boosting creativity on the streets of Tampa Bay

Signal Box Art Project boosts creativity on the streets

FOX 13's Mark Wilson highlights Signal Box Art Project, a unique project that brings a splash of art to the streets of Tampa Bay by bringing many ordinary sidewalks and street corners in the Bay Area bursts of color in What's Right with Tampa Bay.

TAMPA - A unique project is bringing a splash of art to the streets of Tampa Bay by turning something ordinary into a canvas for creativity.

Thanks to the Signal Box Art Project, many sidewalks and street corners are bursting with color.

The Signal Box Art Project boosts creativity on the streets of Tampa Bay.

"I really felt like the signal box was kind of like a rite of passage for local artists such as myself," said artist Clancy Riehm. "So I was really excited to get this box, get it going. It is so awesome."

Riehm's piece features two charming cormorants, creating a whimsical and nature-inspired scene that has people stopping to admire.

"It really means a lot to me that I can use my art to enrich the community, add value to the community, and it really gives me the confidence to keep making art for people to enjoy," Riehm explained.

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What they're saying:

Creative Pinellas is an organization dedicated to supporting artists and the arts, is giving local creators a chance to showcase their talents in a very public way.

"We're directly supporting artists. Artists are paid for this," said Margaret Murray, CEO of Creative Pinellas. "Their work is showcased to a wide audience. We also work with local businesses, so it helps promote the local businesses in the area."

These eye-catching designs are popping up all over the country, making art part of our daily lives.

The Signal Box Art Project boosts creativity on the streets of Tampa Bay.

"It gives people an opportunity to, as they're going across a crosswalk or as they're stopped at a stoplight or shopping somewhere, to really pay attention and notice the art in their community," Murray stated.

As for Clancy’s waterducks: They're already quacking their way into the hearts of residents and businesses.

"I think this was a fabulous project. I think it adds a lot of value to the community," said Tom Eisele, owner of Belleair Auto Care.

The Signal Box Art Project is proof that art can be found in unexpected places and that a little creativity goes a long way in making our community more vibrant.

What you can do:

Applications for this year's Signal Box Project, in partnership with Pinellas County, and Lealman CRA, are open through Feb. 3, 2025.

The Source: Information for this story was gathered by FOX 13's Mark Wilson and Bryan Gray.

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