Robin has a Master of Arts degree in Photographic Preservation and Collections Management through a joint program between Ryerson University in Toronto and the George Eastman Museum in Rochester, New York. Formerly the Curator of Photography and Collections Manager at the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg, Florida, she has also worked with the Keith Haring Archive, NY, the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Sarasota, the George Eastman Museum, and the Roman Vishniac Archive at the International Center of Photography in New York City.

Deirdre Powell currently serves as the Digital Experience Manager. She earned a double bachelor’s degree in Communications and Multi-Media Systems from London Guildhall University. In 2014, she received an Entrepreneur Certificate from the University of Florida. Deirdre is currently attending the University of South Florida, where she is working towards her Master’s degree in Marketing. Deirdre is an editor, graphic designer, and web designer. When she is not using her talents to serve FMoPA, Deirdre creates custom themes through her web design company, Design & Launch. 

Haley Searcy is currently serving as the Events Manager at the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts. She is working towards her Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts and Art History at Eckerd College. She has always had an appreciation for photography and museums, taking every opportunity she can to be immersed in the culture the world has to offer. Her positive attitude and attention to detail make her excellent at planning internal and external events using the beautiful space the museum has to offer. She is responsible for liaising between vendors for museum events and providing a wonderful experience for anyone who visits FMoPA.

Pierre and Cathy Dutertre are full-time collaborative artists, art consultants, mentors, educators, curators, and owners of a fine art photography gallery representing artists from the U.S. and Europe. Their goals reside in making an impact in the overall art community and giving, passing forward their knowledge and experiences. They hold multiple master’s degrees in fine art, physics and French literature and have 5 grandchildren.

Michael Sheehan was born and raised in Ireland but has lived and worked in Florida for the last 30 years. As a practicing psychiatrist, he is a longtime student of human perceptions, emotions, reactions and conditions. 

His photographs have been on display in a variety of local venues over the last 3 years, including  St Petersburg: The Dali Museum, Leslie Curran Gallery, The [email protected], Platformz, Creative Soul studios, [email protected], ARTpool gallery Clearwater: Ruth Eckert Hall, Studio 617, Pour Yours, Tampa: Florida Museum of Photographic Art, Jose Gomez Gallery, Red Door Studio  New Port Richie: Dulcet Restaurant & Lounge. 

Jim is an avid photographer now turning his attention to fine art. He enjoys art history and the opportunity to talk with others about photography and it’s ability to communicate ideas.  So, being a volunteer Docent is a perfect past time. Jim is retired from the telecommunications industry and currently serves on the board of Wellspring International Outreach, a charity devoted to the support of abused and abandoned children around the world. He attended the University of South Florida studying computer science