Deanna M. Cordova
Curriculum Vitae
Deanna M. Cordova is a Reno-based watercolor artist specializing in wildlife, with a focus on endangered and vulnerable species. Her work has been featured in juried exhibitions, publications, and gallery shows throughout Nevada and beyond.
Education
Truckee Meadows Community College, coursework towards BA in Graphic Design (2007-2009, 2011, 2012)
BA, Graphic Design, Bellevue University (2017-2019)
Select Group Exhibitions, Projects, Invitationals
Digital Artistry, Nevada Fine Arts Gallery, Reno, NV, September 2023
Art for Gifts, Nevada Fine Arts Gallery, Reno, NV, November 2023
Emerging Artists, 5-person show, Artists Co-Op Gallery, Reno, NV, January 2024
Flora & Fauna, Maker's Paradise, Reno, NV, March 2024
Multiscapes, Maker's Paradise, Reno, NV, April 2024
Guest Artist with the Artists Co-Op Gallery, Reno, NV, May 2024
For the Love of Animals, Artists Co-Op Gallery, Reno, NV, June 2024
The Fall Colors Fine Art Show, Artists Co-Op Gallery, Reno, NV, September 2024
Solo and Juried Exhibitions
The Great West, Latimer Art Club’s 16th Annual Statewide Miniature Show, juried show, Artists Co-Op Gallery, Reno, NV (September 2023)
Nevada – Then and Now, Latimer Art Club’s 17th Annual Statewide Miniature Show, juried show, Artists Co-Op Gallery, Reno, NV (October 2024)
Wild & Scenic Film Festival Art Exhibition, 23rd SYRCLs Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival, juried show, The Granucci Gallery, Grass Valley, CA (February 2025)
Voices of the Arctic, Solo Show, North Valleys Library, Reno, NV, October 2025
Awards, Residencies
Mentorship Program, Artists Co-Op Gallery, Reno, NV, September 2023
Honorable Mention Award- Water Media Category, The Great West (September 2023)
Artist in Residence, Chateau d'Orquevaux, France, Upcoming August 2026
Publications, On-Air Appearances
Artist Interview: Deanna M Cordova, Artistcloseup Magazine #15, February 2024
Artist Interview: Deanna Cordova, Creatives Talk Podcast on Spotify, Episode 17, July 2024
Professional Experience/Affiliations
Sierra Watercolor Society, August 2023 - Current
Sierra Arts Foundation, August 2023 – Current
American Watercolor Society, October 2023 - Current
Artists Co-op Gallery of Reno, June 2024 - Current
Watercolor Instructor, Truckee Meadows Community College, October 2024 – Current
Gallery Representation
Artists Co-op Gallery of Reno, Reno, NV
For exhibition inquiries, press features, or collaboration opportunities, please get in touch.