About House of Shadows

House of Shadows was an art gallery in Tampa, Florida focused on showcasing a unique, curated blend of local, national, and international visual and performance art. Our gallery was divided into a main gallery with two minor galleries and our House of Shadows Market - a collection of locally-produced art products that are chosen for their creativity, quality, and cohesion with our Shadow culture. Our space was a haven for personal and creative expression.

Gallery Statement

There is a place away from the light, where comfort and peace can be found. Different from the complete darkness that makes us afraid, it is simply the place of shadows that provides shelter from the sun, the rain, undue exposure, and cruel judgment. It is a space where we can find and restore ourselves, away from the world's many pressures and those who would do us harm. It is a space where we can simply be who we are and be accepted for it - by ourselves first, then those of our kind.

House of Shadows was a space that provided shelter for those who felt drawn to it and the art they enjoyed and created. It was a space for memorable experiences and performances that were best showcased on our stage, where the only limitation was the imagination. It was a space that became more charged with each memory it created and every escapade it inspired, electrified by the magic of human emotions, passions, fantasies, and the entire range of our individual and collective experiences.
 

The Creators

House of Shadows was created by Jose Gomez and Annie Rosse Gonzalez in 2021 after years of work within the Tampa Bay art community. As artists and community leaders themselves, they sought to create a space that would foster creativity and inspire other artists in Tampa Bay and beyond. Both Jose and Annie are artists across several mediums, although they are best known for their photographic works.

Together, they co-founded and serve as board members for the Tampa Bay Society of Photographic Artists. Through TBSoPA and individually, they have been featured in, curated, and produced art exhibits throughout the Tampa Bay area.