Cocoa B

Cassondra Bowden is from Philadelphia by way of South Jersey and San Jose, Ca. She signs her work, Cocoa. Cocoa is an self-taught acrylic artist, author, and Army veteran. Her work is pulled from her imagination and largely inspired by music, sports, animal behavior and her travels abroad.

As a 39 year old woman with combat expertise, Cocoa has had the chance to experience some pretty unbelievable events. Additionally, she obtained an associates degree in Forensic Science 08” and undergrad from Temple University in General Anthropology 11”. Today, the former director of the Women Veterans Service Center in Philadelphia, Pa and once an avid advocate for women veterans who had the pleasure of testifying in Congress on behalf of Financing for Veterans Housing finds joy and purpose in artistic expression.

Cocoa connects with the art community through her local art council and via joining national competitions. Her work has shown at the Cultural Council of Palm Beach, Classical Books, and the Jamar Enlightenment Center.