Creative Clay

I've been volunteering at Creative Clay for 15 years, and it has been more rewarding and life-enriching than I could have ever imagined. It carries out its motto – equality through art – in every program, every community partnership, and in every experience it offers its clients. It is transformative. It is joyful. It is an incredibly well-run, professional organization fostering creative expression and support for those with disabilities, and a stunning, vibrant arts environment for visitors.

Wonderful mission and purpose. And, we LOVE that we get to fill our home with art and meet the artists.

This place has a hidden gem! There's a lovely little art supply pay-what-you-can Thrift store inside! They have new items all the time and all the money goes to their program for teaching art to people with special needs. Its a win win. They also sell original art from a variety of community artists along side some local coffee beans. This place is a treasure!

Creative Clay is a fantastic organization on every level. I have been involved with them both as a regular volunteer in the adult program and as a local student interviewing professionals in management. Their dedication to inclusivity and compassion echo throughout the organization, creating a very special atmosphere for the entire Creative Clay community. Management is incredibly kind, professional, and community-oriented & the member artists add a special zest to the St. Pete art scene that has left a lasting impression on me. If you are thinking about getting involved with Creative Clay, go for it- this is not a community that you want to miss!!

Creative Clay is awesome! I've been working there for more than three years, and I see the laughter, joy and talents of all of the artists everyday. There's no place like it. The artists are immersed in painting, drawing, sculpture and textile arts all day, living the art dream of expressing themselves. You really cant beat that.

Over the last decade we've been lucky enough add over a dozen Creative Clay paintings and sculptures to the collection of art we have on display in our home. In addition to being visually lovely, they all have an authentic quality about them that guests admire and never fail to comment upon. And, of course, they are doubly impressed when we share with them the Creative Clay mission in our community -- thanks CC and kudos to all your talented artists! (Below is our latest aquisition– "Sweethearts" - painted by Candace that I bought for Ann as a Valentine's Day gift!)

Creative Clay is the most amazing place to find one-of-a-kind folk art! The member artist studio serves neuro-diverse adult artists in the community and provides a safe, creative, nurturing environment for all. Every purchase made goes directly to the artist and supports the continuation of services for all the member artists. There is a "pay what you wish" thrift store full of art supplies and unique finds which also benefits the program and mission of making the arts accessible to all! If you have never been, you have got to check it out! You will leave feeling inspired and your soul full! And hopefully you can also leave with an amazing piece of art for your home.