BIO

Monica Swartley is an oil painter based in Tampa, FL, whose work explores the relationship between humanity and nature. Having studied both biology and art at the University of Tampa, she merges analytical observation and a felt sense of beauty. With a deep curiosity for how we might take better care of ourselves and each other, she has followed the path of yoga teacher and contrast therapy guide for several years. Her creative work represents an extension of what it means to live well.

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Education:

2019 BS, Biology, University of Tampa, Tampa, FL

2019 University of Tampa, Tampa, FL (painting, drawing, and ceramics courses)

Exhibitions:

2020 Heights Unites Music & Arts Festival, Tampa, FL

2020 13th Annual Bay Area Exhibit, Tampa Regional Artists, Old Hyde Park Art Center, Tampa, FL

2024 Opus Tampa, Tampa Covenant Church, Tampa, FL

2025 The Bay Area Art Show 18, Tampa Regional Artists, Old Hyde Park Art Center, Tampa, FL

2025 Pathways, Portals and Journeys, Carrollwood Cultural Center, Tampa, FL

Public Art:

2020 Koi Pond, Tampa Heights Community, outdoor mural (4 x 5 ft.), acrylic on cement, Tampa, FL

2021 Baseball, Tarpon Springs Public Art Committee, outdoor mural (450 sq. ft.), acrylic on cement, Tarpon Springs, FL

2021 Softball, Tarpon Springs Public Art Committee, outdoor mural (450 sq. ft. ) acrylic on cement, Tarpon Springs, FL