'Art In Tampa' docuseries
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Art in Tampa docuseries: Trailer (0:56)
In collaboration with Visit Tampa Bay, the Tampa Arts Alliance shines a light on Tampa’s thriving arts scene. The unique docuseries is sparked by the perspective of five working local artists and expands into a larger snapshot of the complex and exciting layers of creativity that make Tampa Bay a cultural destination.
Experience the arts in Tampa through the lens of five artists who attended our townhall meetings. Special thank you to Ya La’Ford, Artysta Lulu, Dean Mitchell, Nick Ewing and Christina Acosta for sharing your perspective. These first videos are the start of telling the story of the Arts in Tampa.
Out now: series Trailer 
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Art in Tampa docuseries: Overview (3:13)
In collaboration with Visit Tampa Bay, the Tampa Arts Alliance shines a light on Tampa’s thriving arts scene. The unique docuseries is sparked by the perspective of five working local artists and expands into a larger snapshot of the complex and exciting layers of creativity that make Tampa Bay a cultural destination.
Experience the arts in Tampa through the lens of five artists who attended our townhall meetings. Special thank you to Ya La’Ford, Artysta Lulu, Dean Mitchell, Nick Ewing and Christina Acosta for sharing your perspective. These first videos are the start of telling the story of the Arts in Tampa.
Out now: series Overview https://bit.ly/TheArtsInTampa
Coming soon: five artists perspectivesOVer
Art In Tampa: Public Art According to Ya La’Ford (3:17)
What does public art do for a society? What’s fueling the growth of public art in Tampa? In the second installment of “Art In Tampa,” we explore the bay area’s stunning collection of public art to find answers to these questions–and the hidden impact art has on people and communities.
Renowned Tampa-based artist Ya La’Ford and public art expert Robin Nigh provide their insights. Public Art According to Ya La’Ford is the second installment in a five-part docuseries of short films produced in collaboration with Visit Tampa Bay and directed by Video Shampoo.
Written, Directed, Filmed and Edited by Video Shampoo Produced and Narrated by Michele Smith Additional Cinematography by Daniel Jafe Music: “Unus Ex Discipulis” by Anonymous Choir “I’m Aware of You” by Julia Felix “About Me” by NDA “Library” by Magnus Moone
Art In Tampa: Dancing For Creativity According to Christina Acosta (3:05)
Why are non-artists and future leaders taking dance classes to enhance their problem solving skills? The third installment in a series about Tampa’s art scene explores this question through the eyes of renowned choreographers and dance educators, Christina Acosta and Paula Nunez. “Dancing For Creativity According to Christina Acosta” is the third installment in a five-part docuseries of short films produced in collaboration with Visit Tampa Bay.
Written, Directed, Filmed and Edited by Video Shampoo Produced and Narrated by Michele Smith Additional Cinematography by Daniel Jafe
Music: “Along The Way” by PFNA “MNML Focus” by Tiny Music “Spark” by Magnus Moone
Art in Tampa: Music Leads to Growth According to Nick Ewing (3:11)
How does one foster cultural strength in a community? The fourth installment in a series about Tampa’s art scene explores this question through the eyes of emerging musician and aspiring entrepreneur Nick Ewing, Hillsborough County Arts Council Director, Martine Collier and Gasparilla Music Festival Executive Director David Cox chime in.
Written, Directed, Filmed and Edited by Video Shampoo Produced and Narrated by Michele Smith
Music: “Elsewhere” by Jim Hall “Concho” by PNFA “Expanse” by PNFA
Art in Tampa: Becoming an Artist According to Artysta Lulu (3:09)
Can you be an artist in Tampa Bay? Tampa artist Artysta Lulu helps us explore the area’s culture clubs, independent galleries, and art fairs that bring together artists with art lovers. Produced in collaboration with Visit Tampa Bay, and directed by Video Shampoo, this film explores the reality of working as an artist in Tampa and what it takes to grow. Art In Tampa introduces “Becoming an Artist According to Artysta Lulu,” the fifth in a docuseries of short films released throughout late 2022, revealing the stories of artists, organizations and communities.
Co-written, Directed, Filmed and Edited by Video Shampoo
Produced and Narrated by Michele Smith
Additional Cinematography by Rockseldge Media, Jeremy Westrate, Preston Marshall
Music: “Joga Bonito ” by Eaters “Striped Blue Vinyl” by Jahzzar “V. Ballet Des Poussins Dans Leurs Coques Scherzino” Performed by Skidmore College Orchestra “Proton Beat” by Gangi “Uh Hmmm…” by Sahy Uhns “Government Funded […]” by Black Ant
Art in Tampa: Success in the Arts with Dean Mitchell (3:13)
How do you become a successful artist? Figurative painter Dean Mitchell is a highly successful artist living and working in Tampa. He lays out the path to finding success as an artist, but insists nothing can be guaranteed. Dr. Michael Tomor of the Tampa Museum of Art weighs in on the business of art in Tampa.
Produced in collaboration with Visit Tampa Bay, Art In Tampa introduces “Success in the Arts with Dean Mitchell” the sixth and final in a docuseries of short films released throughout late 2022 and early 2023, revealing the stories of artists, organizations and communities in Tampa Bay.
Written, Directed, Filmed and Edited by Video Shampoo
Produced and Narrated by Michele Smith
Aerial Cinematography by Kyle Klein
Music:
“Bazooka Jo” by Eaters
“Pirsch” by Magnus Moone
“Time Goes By (Deep House Version) by PNFA
Storytelling: As the Tampa Arts Alliance formed in 2021, we hosted a series of Townhall Meetings to hear from artists, arts advocates, community leaders and elected officials. One consistent point of feedback we received was a desire for marketing what is already happening here. To that end, Storytelling has become a key initiative of our Mission. Sharing perspectives, challenges, wins and the vibrant culture created by our artists and art institutions.
Each month we curate a diverse listing of arts activities to enjoy in Tampa Bay on 83 Degrees Media.
We have collaborated with Visit Tampa Bay to produce an Arts In Tampa docuseries to being to tell the story of Tampa’s multi-layered arts scene.
