Osceola Arts proudly announces the opening of “Epiphany: The Art of Sudden Inspiration!”—a captivating solo exhibition by acclaimed abstract expressionist Diane Stapleton, on display from April 22 through June 27, 2025, featuring a powerful collection of works that explore the spontaneity of inspiration and the depth of artistic intuition.
An art reception will be held on Saturday, May 10, from 2 PM to 5 PM at Osceola Arts, 2411 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34744. This event offers art lovers a chance to meet the artist, experience her mesmerizing abstract works, and discover the inspiration behind her creative process.
Diane Stapleton is an Orlando-based abstract expressionist painter whose artistic journey has been shaped by a life of global travel. Originally from Colorado, her childhood experiences took her across France, Pakistan, and the Mediterranean coast, embedding a diverse cultural perspective into her work. Stapleton earned her MFA in Design for Theatre in New York City, leading to a career in Off-Broadway, film, TV, and themed attractions. Her creative influence extended to the world tour of Phantom of the Opera, Universal Studios Florida attractions, and Nickelodeon Studios Florida productions.
Stapleton’s work has been widely exhibited in Central Florida’s leading galleries, including the Visual Arts Center in Punta Gorda, the 5th Avenue Gallery in Melbourne, and SOBO Gallery in Winter Garden. Her painting Road Work Series #12 received an Honorable Mention at the Women in the Arts Exhibition, while her piece Edgeof_?_#3 earned First Place in Mixed Media at the Annual Top Choice Exhibit. Currently, she is featured in “Origins: The Science of Abstract Art” at the Orlando Science Center.
Beyond her exhibitions, Stapleton is committed to public art initiatives and serves as a painting instructor at Crealdé School of Art in Winter Park. Her involvement with the Art in Public Places initiative at Osceola Arts further underscores her dedication to community engagement.
Osceola Arts is a leading cultural institution in Osceola County, dedicated to enriching the community through diverse artistic experiences. We offer year-round programming including theater productions, art exhibitions, educational workshops, and special events that cater to all ages and interests.
