“What distinguishes Eva Kolacz's art is that the painterly gesture exists in a continuum of emotion. It extends a feeling directly into a language of light and paint. The two fuse, form, trail off, run, stop, resonate, and the painting becomes a stage for human emotions, one that has a continuity.

“… One begins to believe these paintings exist in a real place and time, but this is a pure painterly universe, with each scenario generated by emotions, and painted with colour, produced by light.” – John K. Grande, art expert and author

A full-time professional painter, Eva Kolacz incorporates her experiences in theatre and poetry into her paintings. Residing in Oakville, Ont., she is a graduate of the Ontario College of Art and Design and a Member of the Ontario Society of Artists. Born in Poland, Kolacz began her career as a painter with her residency in Canada in 1981. She has participated in many shows in Canada, the U.S., Japan and Europe. Her work is found in both public and private collections across North America. Kolacz’s recent work can be seen in the Government of Ontario Art Collection.

From March 3 to 17, Kolacz will be showing her work at the Kurbatoff Art Gallery in Vancouver. Since 2002, the gallery in the heart of South Granville’s Gallery Row has committed itself to promoting contemporary Canadian artists, from the emerging to the well-established.

“Through colour and shape, light and shadow, I would like to ignite thoughts that evoke emotions and personal reflections.” – Eva Kolacz

Opening night reception with the artist in attendance
Thursday, March 4, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Gallery Hours: Tue–Sat 10:30–5:30, Sun 12–5.
Phone: 604-736-5444

Exhibitions online: kurbatoffgallery.com