Morean Art Center Showcases 'Day Dreams' Exhibit

Local artists depict the power of daydreaming through vibrant artwork

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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The Morean Arts Center in St. Petersburg, Florida is hosting a new exhibition called 'Day Dreams' that features artwork from the S|ART|Q Artist Collective. The exhibit aims to capture the creative and meditative power of daydreaming, with pieces ranging from reflective landscapes to nostalgic childhood memories.

Why it matters

In today's fast-paced world, the exhibit encourages visitors to slow down and embrace the value of daydreaming, which can provide a sense of peace, serenity, and inspiration. The collaborative nature of the show also highlights the importance of artists coming together to share diverse perspectives and experiences.

The details

The 'Day Dreams' exhibition includes works from several S|ART|Q artists, including Julie Kanapaux's paintings 'Desert Glow' and 'Desert Prayer,' which reflect her travels to Southern California, and Izzy Stark's large, colorful pieces 'Sing Me to Sleep One' and 'Sing Me to Sleep Two,' which were inspired by childhood memories of her mother singing her to sleep. The artists stress that the creative process itself can be a form of daydreaming, allowing for meditation and the exploration of the imagination.

  • The 'Day Dreams' exhibition is currently on display at the Morean Arts Center in St. Petersburg, Florida.

The players

Morean Arts Center

A prominent art center in St. Petersburg, Florida that hosts a variety of exhibitions and art experiences for the community.

S|ART|Q Artist Collective

A group of artists based in the Sarasota area who collaborate on unique and community-focused art exhibitions.

Julie Kanapaux

A member of the S|ART|Q Artist Collective who contributed paintings reflecting her travels to Southern California.

Izzy Stark

An artist from the S|ART|Q Collective who created large, vibrant pieces inspired by childhood memories of her mother singing her to sleep.

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What they’re saying

“I hope everyone that sees this exhibition just gets really mesmerized by everything.”

— Amanda Cooper, Chief Curator, Morean Arts Center (fox13news.com)

“As a collective, we really strive to create unique and collaborative exhibitions and art experiences for the community.”

— Julie Kanapaux, Co-Director, S|ART|Q Artist Collective (fox13news.com)

“The daydream is that little moment where I can think about the future or think about a time in the past that gives me some peace and some sense of serenity and certainly hope for the future.”

— Julie Kanapaux, Co-Director, S|ART|Q Artist Collective (fox13news.com)

“When you're working on something and really focused on it, it becomes entirely meditative, so even the process of art making is a bit of daydreaming in itself.”

— Julie Kanapaux, Co-Director, S|ART|Q Artist Collective (fox13news.com)

“I find a lot of peace and nostalgic elements of my past. Ultimately, I was sent back to the memories of my mom singing to me to sleep as a kid. There's something so potent about tapping into those moments.”

— Izzy Stark, Artist, S|ART|Q Collective (fox13news.com)

What’s next

The 'Day Dreams' exhibition at the Morean Arts Center is scheduled to run through the end of March 2026.

The takeaway

The 'Day Dreams' exhibit at the Morean Arts Center showcases the power of daydreaming and the creative process, encouraging visitors to slow down and embrace the meditative and inspirational qualities of the imagination. The collaborative nature of the show also highlights the importance of artists coming together to share diverse perspectives and experiences.