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 in 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 public, corporate and private collections across North America. Kolacz’s recent work can be
seen in the Government of Ontario Art Collection, as well as in national museums in Poland.
From May 5 to 19, 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 Reception with the artist in attendance
Saturday, May 7, 2011 — 2–4 p.m.
Gallery Hours: Tuesday–Saturday 10:30–5:30, Sunday 12–5
Phone: 604-736-5444
Exhibitions online: kurbatoffgallery.com
