A Cooperative Art Gallery
Dira is a passionate artist and educator who blends a rich background in fine arts with deep insights into human behavior. With a BFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) and a Master’s in human behavioral science, she has spent decades teaching art both creatively and therapeutically. Now dedicated to a daily practice […]
Heather Heiss is an owner member of ArtWorks DeLand, an artist, and a fantastic gardener. We’re excited for her to bring her knowledge to the gallery.
Barbara is a multidisciplinary artist whose work in painting and photography explores the delicate balance between fragility and resilience. Her imagery invites viewers into intimate, contemplative spaces—capturing fleeting beauty while embracing imperfection, memory, and the quiet tension of lived experience. Drawing inspiration from nature, personal reflection, and layered histories, she creates pieces that feel both […]
Stephanie is a full-time artist and art instructor whose vibrant mixed-media work — from painting and fused glass to jewelry and found-object assemblage — reflects a lifelong devotion to creativity and exploration. After more than 25 years of developing her craft and building Bohemian Art Cafe as a studio and teaching space, she now shares […]
For the artist, one of the most frightening or insecure moments is facing a blank canvas! As you face that canvas, hopefully, your mind has already formulated an image, a message, or a feeling you want to convey by way of your brush. For your own pleasure, and if all goes well, for your viewer […]
Jason is a painter, the manager of the ArtWorks DeLand, and the C.E.O of the co-op.
Tracy is ArtWorks DeLand’s social media manager and a part of the marketing committee.