Diversity Arts

02/20/2026

UNITED

by Emily McLaughlin The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has lately taken up a new, taxpayer-funded hobby: artistic censorship. Across the state, murals celebrating racial justice and LGBTQ+ identities are being scrubbed, buffed, and "grayed out" from the very pavement they once humanized...

01/29/2026

Honored to be nominated for the Watermark Out News 2026 Wonder Awards.
I'd also be honored to receive your vote.
37. Favorite Local Artist- John Gascot (Diversity Arts Founder)
47. Favorite Local Arts Organization- Diversity Arts
55. Favorite Local Hangout/not bar- Studios at 5663 (Home of Diversity Arts)
You must vote in 15 categories for votes to count.
No daily voting. 😃

The Watermark Out News: Diversity, Excellence and Resilience Awards, or WONDER Awards, recognize Central Florida and Tampa Bay's best.

01/24/2026

We had an amazing day creating with and giving these teens a tour of this week. We love supporting talent and freedom of expression through

01/14/2026

The UNITED Mural will create a lasting landmark recognizing and celebrating diversity and inclusion in Pinellas County.
Please consider supporting our efforts in bringing it to life. .

The UNITED Mural Project A Celebration of Diversity, Community, and Strength in Unity… John Gascot needs your support for Support the UNITED Mural Project

12/08/2025

UNITED Mural Project in the news.
Support our efforts here:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-united-mural-project

https://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2025/12/05/after-mural-controversy--artist-creates-united-mural-project

John Gascot, artist and co-owner of Studios @ 5663, hand-picked six artists to create the United Mural project.

10/31/2025

ANNOUNCEMENT TIME!
We are SO EXCITED to share with you the UNITED Mural Project.
This is truly a dream team of artists.
Alyssa Marie
Laura Spencer
James Hartzell
ZuluPainter
The Artist Jones
The finished mural will become a landmark — a destination for all who believe in equality, creativity, and community. It will stand as a lasting symbol of what can be achieved when many voices paint one story.
Please support and share.

The UNITED Mural Project A Celebration of Diversity, Community, and Strength in Unity… John Gascot needs your support for Support the UNITED Mural Project

08/19/2025

A generous donor has pledged to match up to $2,500 of our fundraiser.
This helps secure our Free Youth Art programming for the coming year. All donations are crucial and we are so grateful for them.
Please consider sharing. 🎨❤️

Art holds the power to inspire, heal, and connect. At Diversity Arts, we empo… John Gascot needs your support for Support Arts Programming for Tampa Bay Youth

08/13/2025

Stand against erasure with us.
Help us reach 2,500 signatures.

484 signatures are still needed! Protect Saint Petersburg's Street Murals and Public Art

08/07/2025

Seeking volunteers for upcoming Diversity Arts fundraiser Flamingo Fest. Saturday, August 23 1-5pm.
-Artist Assistant (make sure artists have paints/water/materials while conducting make and take crafts).
-Ticket and Snack Sales (selling tickets for crafts as well as snack/refreshments)
-Kids' Corner (overseeing kids' coloring (coloring sheets/crayons) table).
Email [email protected] if interested.