Artist Drew Eurek shares his life’s experiences on canvas with his expressive abstract and figurative paintings.
“The inspiration for my oil paintings comes directly from me,” says Eurek. “My thoughts, ideas, and memories are then abstracted into a visual story on canvas”A solo exhibition of Eurek’s newest works will open in the Kortman Gallery in Downtown Rockford on Friday, February 6th from 5:30 to 9pm. The show titled, “Figures of the Soul,” will feature works primarily in oil, charcoal, and graphite.
Eurek, a Rockford based artist, has been actively painting and studying art for over 20 years. This will be his first solo show in the Kortman Gallery. His art exists in the space between pure abstraction and figurative representation with a strong emphasis on line, color, and intuitive mark making.
“My work explores the tension between structure and spontaneity, allowing form to emerge, dissolve, and reassemble throughout the painting process,” writes Eurek in his artist’s statement. “Layers of color and line reveal evidence of revision and decision making, emphasizing the evolution of each piece from its initial gesture to its final state.”
“We’re pleased to have Drew’s vibrant and energetic work in the Kortman Gallery,” says gallery director, Doc Slafkosky. “His art is personal and intuitive and reflects his enthusiasm and exuberant attitude he has toward his work as an artist.”
“Figures of the soul” featuring new works by Drew Eurek will open with an artist’s reception on Friday, February 6th from 5:30 to 9pm, upstairs in the Kortman Gallery, 107 North Main Street in Downtown Rockford. Eurek’s exhibit will run through April 11th.
J.R. Kortman Center for Design and Kortman Gallery are open Tuesday through Friday, 11am to 6pm and Saturdays, 11am to 5pm. The opening event and gallery are free and open to the public. For more information visit www.jrkortman.com or phone 815-968-0123.