Monday, October 21, 2013

Lucy (Bryce) Kolka, Dance Recital






Lucy (Bryce) Kolka

Dance Recital
Oil
BFA, Art 2002

I was immediately drawn to Kolka’s piece Dance Recital, because of her use of color and the emotion her piece conveys. Kolka creates a bold contrast between the dark background and the stark white she uses for the piece of paper the girl is holding, as well as her gloves. The painting is dark and moody, especially with the low light on the girl’s face and the blank piece of paper. I love the expressive quality of this panting as well as the technique that creates an overall softness. I also love the mystery of this image as I try to piece a story together, or find some meaning behind the work. However, what I like most about this image is that the meaning remains elusive.
To see this piece as well as another by Kolka, titled, Scotty, please visit our SVSU Art Alumni Exhibit, that is open until November 8th, with an artist reception on Oct. 24th, 4:30 to 6:30. All exhibitions are free and open to the public.


Alison Bur
University Gallery Assistant
University Art Gallery
Saginaw Valley State University

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