Events

Give Thanks, Give Back by Hanna Rachocka is a charity exhibit benefiting the Carrollwood Cultural Center. 

The collection is a series of ten impasto acrylic paintings by Hanna Rachocka that transform the traditional still life into an elemental exploration of emotion, weather, and inner fire. Each vessel becomes a metaphor for the human spirit—resilient in rain, tangled in thought, radiant in bloom, or aflame with creative force. Together, the works weave a narrative of resilience, paradox, celebration, and transformation, inviting viewers to reflect on the seasons and storms of the soul. 

What is encaustic? This ancient medium, which literally means “to burn in” in Greek, uses beeswax and heat to create luminous, layered art. The Florida Encaustic Artists group was founded in 2017 and now has 15 members who share their love of encaustic painting. This unique exhibit will show the groups’ diverse techniques, including photo […]

As an artist working in watercolor, glass, fine jewelry, textiles, and resin, I find inspiration in the beauty of my immediate surroundings. Choosing to notice what is quietly extraordinary in the everyday is a practice that grounds me. Creative expression—whether through music, writing, or visual art—has always been my way of connecting with the universe […]

Nature & Wildlife Photographer Alycia Carangelo captures the natural rhythm of the Florida Wildlife Corridor and the creatures that call it home. Her various works remind us to see, feel, and honor the wild spaces that surround us. Rooted in art and conservation, Alycia’s photography celebrates the beauty that still thrives across Florida’s natural landscapes. Alycia's work won […]

Community Shutterbug is an immersive exhibit that reflects my origin story as a photographer, capturing the moments and influences that inspired me to pick up the camera. Each image serves as a window into a world shaped by my passions. Through this gallery, you'll embark on a visual journey that weaves together a tapestry of […]

Davia Deplanche's Davia will be on display in the Gallery's Atrium from September 2025 through January 2026. Pictured: "Phantom of the Opera Dress Rehearsal" by Davia

Experience this art exhibit that is truly "at home" in our facility. The Student/Faculty/Member Show celebrates the creative spirit of the Center and celebrates the accomplishments of our students, faculty, and members in visual art. 

Give Thanks, Give Back by Hanna Rachocka is a charity exhibit benefiting the Carrollwood Cultural Center. 

The collection is a series of ten impasto acrylic paintings by Hanna Rachocka that transform the traditional still life into an elemental exploration of emotion, weather, and inner fire. Each vessel becomes a metaphor for the human spirit—resilient in rain, tangled in thought, radiant in bloom, or aflame with creative force. Together, the works weave a narrative of resilience, paradox, celebration, and transformation, inviting viewers to reflect on the seasons and storms of the soul. 

What is encaustic? This ancient medium, which literally means “to burn in” in Greek, uses beeswax and heat to create luminous, layered art. The Florida Encaustic Artists group was founded in 2017 and now has 15 members who share their love of encaustic painting. This unique exhibit will show the groups’ diverse techniques, including photo […]

As an artist working in watercolor, glass, fine jewelry, textiles, and resin, I find inspiration in the beauty of my immediate surroundings. Choosing to notice what is quietly extraordinary in the everyday is a practice that grounds me. Creative expression—whether through music, writing, or visual art—has always been my way of connecting with the universe […]