Wildlife photographer and eco-tour guide, John Ruggeri captures the beauty of nature through his lens. His award-winning work has been featured across Florida and on the National Audubon Society website.


Christie Kelso is a Florida-based photographer originally from Nashville. Inspired by nature, travel, and everyday life, she uses photography to find focus and capture meaningful moments—from wildlife to street scenes.


Florida-based photographer Evelyn Bell of BellEve Photography captures raw wildlife moments, often inspired by Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. Her work highlights the power and beauty of nature, especially Florida alligators.


Lily J. is an 8th-grade photographer with a passion for wildlife photography. Her black-and-white owl portrait earned second place in Florida’s 2026 Junior Beta competition and advanced her to nationals. Lily also volunteers at the Avian Rehabilitation Center in Apopka and looks forward to continuing to grow her photography skills. 

Building Community Through Art and Local Business Gallery at Canon Coffee Collaboration is a unique partnership between our art center and Canon Coffee, a cherished gathering spot in Apopka. This initiative transforms the coffee shop into a creative gallery space where local artists can exhibit their work, bringing art directly into the heart of the community. By partnering with Canon Coffee, we foster connections between artists and coffee shop patrons, creating a platform for conversation, inspiration, and cultural engagement. This collaboration highlights the importance of local businesses in supporting the arts and strengthens the bond between creative expression and everyday community life.

We Invite local artist to showcase their work at Canon Coffee!

Apply today to be our next featured artist