Join local artists Kathryn Cole and Edgar Dumas for the opening reception of Figuratively Speaking, a collaborative exhibit.

About this event

Kathryn Cole and Edgar Dumas bring to life Figuratively Speaking, a collaborative exhibit at 40 West Art Hub, August 5-21. Meet the artists at the opening reception on Friday, August 5.

Kathryn Cole: Plus Minus One

Cole’s latest body of work stays true to her simplistic figurative genre. Removing extraneous detail and color to focus on the figure(s), encouraging the viewer to make their own narrative related to the subject matter, only giving the merest of detail. The minimalist palettes are an antidote for ostentation, meant to focus the viewers attention on the subject.

Cole’s works embark on a singular journey where having people & things removed from one’s life can be a thoughtful adventure and a unique perspective on finding fulfillment in simply “being”.

“Art can speak where words can’t explain. Remember to pay attention, be kind, laugh and find joy in the simple things. Most importantly don’t take yourself too seriously.” - Cole

Edgar Dumas: Who's Looking at Who

Dumas’s oil paintings use figurative compositions to explore life’s situations both internal and external. His work gives the viewer a chance to look behind the human curtain to see possibly a view of themselves. He paints with vivid colors. His use of thick impasto oil paint applied with palette knife and brush achieve colorful and richly textured canvases. His both visceral and viscous approach to painting conspire to achieve a “ fine mess ”.

Show Details

Show runs August 5th through August 21st

Opening Reception - Friday, August 5th

40 West Art Hub

6501 W. Colfax Ave Lakewood, CO 80214

Gallery Hours:

Friday 5pm-10pm

Saturday & Sunday 12pm-5pm

Or by appointment