Gallery B at Bloomingfoods Near West
“blooming possibilities”
by stone belt art studio community members
july - september 2025
Artists’ Statement
Possibilities bloom abundantly when we ensure our community is accessible and inclusive for all. The artwork displayed was created by community members from the Stone Belt Art Studio. The Art Studio offers opportunities for community members with disabilities to dive into self-expression, contribute to the community, and work professionally in the arts. Artists have the opportunity to share their talents and promote messages of independence, dignity, and community integration.
Artwork by Alissa Sage
Alissa Sage
Alissa loves to include bright colors and details in all of her paintings. She consistently strives to make her artwork meaningful and a reflection of her positive nature. Alissa is a social butterfly with a big sense of humor who loves helping others. Alissa balances her day between the art studio and the workshop.
Cheryl Thompson
Cheryl is an upbeat person who lives in her own apartment near family in Bloomington. Cheryl maintains friendships with her former coworkers in the Indiana University Police Department, where she worked for several years. Making art is a favorite pass time and she enjoys trying new media and techniques to create delightful flower and rainbow motifs.
Artwork by Cheryl Thompson
Artwork by Cheyenne Schlegel
Cheyenne Schlegel
Cheyenne has been involved in the Stone Belt Art Studio for only a few years, but she’s already making a name for herself. She has created several commissioned mosaics in her time, including one presented to Cook. Her art instructor, Tiffany Hanner, says she can create any art she wants, including jewelry and mixed-media art.
Don Robinson
Don loves Bluegrass music and playing card games in his free time. Don enjoys using watercolor as his preferred medium and loves including a wide range of colors in his work. His favorite subject to paint is landscapes. Don loves to play basketball and watch baseball as well.
Artwork by Don Robinson
Artwork by Mikaela Coppedge
Mikaela Coppedge
“My passion for art started as soon as I could pick up a crayon.” Mikaela loves to draw and write poetry. She also enjoys painting and using pastels to create new things. Mikaela likes to connect and put her poetry and drawings together. Mikaela really likes origami and is always attempting to further her knowledge about color theory and relationships. She is always trying to push limits artistically by trying new things and by expanding her limits.
Patty Muehlenbein
Patty loves doing word searches, bowling, watching the Pacers play, and listening to classic folklore stories. Patty enjoys listening to Dolly Parton and Cyndi Lauper, and her favorite song is “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun.” Her favorite color is yellow, and she enjoys painting sunshine and flowers.
Artwork by Patty Muehlenbein
Learn more about Stone Belt!
UPCOMING EVENTS
First Friday Gallery Walk - July 11th, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
First Friday Gallery Walk - August 1st, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
First Friday Gallery Walk - September 5th, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ABOUT GALLERY B
Gallery B inside Bloomingfoods Near West shows local and regional artists that work across diverse mediums. We believe that supporting and collaborating with artists enhances our community while also furthering our cooperative values. Gallery B holds quarterly exhibitions and participate in monthly First Friday gallery walks. We are proud members of the Bloomington Gallery Walk.
ARE YOU A LOCAL/REGIONAL ARTIST? SUBMIT A PROPOSAL TO DISPLAY YOUR WORK!
Are you an artist who would like to be considered for a future showing? Fill out the application and agree to the guidelines below to get started. Bloomingfoods currently assigns gallery space on a quarterly basis.
In order for your application to be considered, please fill out the form below. If you do not have a portfolio online, please email 10-15 photos of work to info@bloomingfoods.coop. If you have already been a Gallery B artist, you are welcome to reapply after two years. We review submissions quarterly and will respond accordingly.