about
bio
Based in the Tampa Bay area, I hold a BA from New College of Florida (Class of 2022). I am an interdisciplinary artist with a focus on expanding both my personal body of work and my graphic design portfolio.
I began my artistic career as an apprentice at MGA Sculpture Studio in St. Petersburg, Florida, a public arts production company. During my time at MGA, I developed skills in welding, carpentry, clay modeling, and other sculptural techniques, helping to bring innovative designs to life.
As a studio artist at the Warehouse Arts District, I continue to expand my creative practice, engaging in a variety of media and processes to deepen my artistic exploration.
In addition to my studio work, I serve as a Social Coordinator for the Warehouse Arts District, where I organize events that foster connections between local artists, patrons, and community members. I aim to create opportunities for collaboration, dialogue, and growth within the arts community.
At ArtsXchange, I initiated and manage Open Studio Hours. In this capacity, I manage weekly meetings, quarterly socials, and various marketing and outreach initiatives that strengthen the studio artist’s impact and visibility. In this position, I curate exhibitions, coordinate artists, and facilitate relationships with clients.
I am currently focused on developing larger community art projects designed to stimulate meaningful change and encourage greater interaction within the community. Through my work, I seek to contribute to the ongoing dialogue surrounding public art, social engagement, and cultural transformation.
work
Cora Van Vleet’s work explores the human condition through its evolving relationship with the natural world. Her artistic practice examines the disconnection between modern civilization and the Earth, inviting viewers to reflect on humanity’s place within a larger universal balance. Grounded in a deep reverence for the planet, her work is both a celebration of nature’s beauty and a warning of its fragility.
Inspired by a profound sense of gratitude for the creative power inherent in the natural world, Van Vleet creates imagery that evokes both awe and urgency. Her paintings and mixed-media works often depict the delicate tension between resilience and destruction, reminding us of the vital need to protect what we cherish.
Sustainability plays a central role in her practice. Van Vleet frequently incorporates recycled textiles and salvaged materials into her work as a way to reduce environmental impact and draw attention to the consequences of consumer waste. These materials serve as both medium and message—embodying the themes of renewal, preservation, and interconnectedness that run throughout her work.
Her interdisciplinary approach spans painting, sculpture, and digital design, and she remains continually engaged in exploring new materials and techniques. Through this expansive and environmentally conscious lens, Van Vleet invites viewers into a dialogue about beauty, vulnerability, and our shared responsibility to care for the world around us.
current projects
I am currently developing Nine Muses, my personal brand that not only showcases my professional work but also serves as a platform for commissions and merchandise.
I am an educator at Mt. Zion Academy, where I teach young children. The school’s program currently lacks the funding to offer dedicated arts education, and I’m working to fill that gap by providing creative opportunities for students to engage with the arts..
