An Ensemble of Figures and Faces:
Carol Bultsma and Kim Thompson
June 1 – July 7, 2023
Exhibit Opening Reception: Thursday, June 1 from 6-8pm
An Ensemble of Figures and Faces is an exhibition of new works by two local figurative and portrait painters, Carol Bultsma and Kim Thompson.
Bultsma’s work speaks of the universal language of music, depicting musicians and their instruments, and the restorative power it holds to breathe life into us individually as well as collectively.
Thompson’s work focuses on creating bonds of empathy through celebrating life expressed in the faces of humans and animals.
Thank you to our generous sponsor:
Carol Bultsma
Artist’s Statement
This body of work represents a collection of passionate and talented musicians who inspired me to tell a piece of their story. The universal language of music, while stimulating and forming a connection with the listeners also serves as a buoy in the lives of those who create it. Musician and hearer share a commonality that touches the soul.
Through the process of making these paintings family members were reunited and relationships were healed. “A Light in the Darkness” is about the role music plays in the life of a schizophrenic, providing a calm in the chaos and hope where there is little to be found. These oil paintings share a colorful acrylic base, often influenced by the individuals depicted. As I painted, I listened to music within the different genres represented here, allowing me to further empathize with each of my subjects. Above all, music, and more broadly the arts, causes all of us to feel something; its power has no limits.
Kim Thompson
Artist’s Statement
I am fascinated by the way people’s faces tell so much about them: where they have been, where they are, and if you look closely, you just might even see where they are going. I love meeting people, but I am really an introvert. My social battery only lasts so long, before I need alone time to recharge. I think that is why I enjoy painting faces so much. I can get to know them on my own time, and by the time the painting is done, I feel very connected. I often use intense colors to express emotions – those of the subject and my own emotions. I usually work from photography so that I can be by myself and focus on the process.
I also enjoy painting pets. I love how much pure joy and happiness they bring to the world. They are not as complicated as humans but that doesn’t mean their faces are boring. I try to capture their personality and warmth in my painting and spread happiness to the viewers.
An Ensemble of Figures and Faces: Carol Bultsma and Kim Thompson
Carol Bultsma
A Light in the Darnkess
Oil and Acrylic on Canvas
16″ x 20″
$360
Carol Bultsma
Alien
Oil and Acrylic on Canvas
30″ x 40″
$540
Carol Bultsma
American Indie
Oil and Acrylic on Canvas
24″ x 24″
$480
Carol Bultsma
Boss
Oil and Acrylic on Canvas
24″ x 24″
NFS
Carol Bultsma
Bro Squad
Oil and Acrylic on Canvas
18″ x 24″
$420
Carol Bultsma
Mae’s Theme
Oil and Acrylic on Canvas
18″ x 24″
$420
Carol Bultsma
Maestro
Oil and Acrylic on Canvas
20″ x 16″
NFS
Carol Bultsma
On Wrangell Narrows
Oil and Acrylic on Canvas
28″ x 22″
$500
Carol Bultsma
Rhythm & Hues
Oil and Acrylic on Canvas
24″ x 20″
$440
Kim Thompson
A Man from the North
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Avonlea
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Bean
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Becka
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Best Hair Day Ever
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Brent
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Brooke
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Can I sit with you?
Oil on Panel
3″ x 5″
$100
Kim Thompson
Carol
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Cat in a Bag
Oil on Canvas Panel
11″ x 14″
$250
Kim Thompson
David
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Dreaming of Flying
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Ella
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Ellie
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Flower Bed
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Frank
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
God? Is that you?
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Greg
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Huh?
Oil on Panel
6″ x 6″
$100
Kim Thompson
Jina
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Katie
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Little Ella
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Loui
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Mae
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Marie-Pierre
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
SOLD
Kim Thompson
Material gworl
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Michele
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Moon
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Mugsy
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Phil
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Raquel
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Rue
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Sisters
Oil on Canvas
20″ x 30″
NFS
Kim Thompson
Sunday Morning
Oil on Panel
12″ x 16″
$280
Kim Thompson
Sunny Spot
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Tourists
Oil on Canvas
11″ x 14″
NFS
Kim Thompson
Velveteen me!
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Wendy
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150
Kim Thompson
Who Woke Me Up From My Nap?
Oil on Panel
8″ x 8″
$150