Deanna Chafin began her painting career in 1997 while working in watercolors.  A few years later she moved from fluid acrylics then into heavy bodied paints  Today she creates informal abstracts almost exclusively.

As a long-time admirer of abstract expressionist painters such as Jackson Pollock, Arshile Gorky and Mark Rothko she developed her own style by creating vivid, large-scale works that began attracting discerning buyers.

Deanna's paintings have been sold to collectors throughout the United States, Canada and Europe.  Her work has been published in two books on art collection as well as several other publications.  She displays her work regularly in St. Louis area galleries and businesses.

The artist was raised in the city of St. Louis and currently lives in Webster Groves, Missouri with her husband and young son. Her interests include music, wine and encouraging young artists.  After spending fourteen years as an educator working with children and families with special needs, Deanna now devotes her time to the studio creating new pieces.  She holds a B.A. from Webster University and continues to work within the St. Louis art community.