C. DUTCH
Qualities of Light
FEB 7 - 21, 2025
Opening Reception
Friday, Feb 7, 4 - 7pm
 

CODA Gallery is pleased to present "Qualities of Light," an exhibition of new work by award-winning experimental artist, C. Dutch. Come meet the artist at an opening reception on Friday, February 7, 4 - 7 pm, during El Paseo's First Friday Art Walk.

A graduate of ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, C. Dutch has earned numerous awards for his photography and created striking images for Fortune 500 companies through innovative lighting techniques. He later transitioned to product development, with over a dozen patented lighting devices. C. Dutch's current artwork emphasize experimentation and play, using materials like handmade optics, polymer films, and resin to explore light and color. In his acrylic box compositions, light is shaped and projected to create a three-dimensional illusion, challenging viewers’ perceptions. Although appearing as powered light boxes, they actually collect and amplify available light. His work draws influence from Southern California art movements such as Light and Space, Finish Fetish, and Op art, exploring the physiological effects of light.

"Light in a work can express many emotions including strength, sensitivity, awe, wonder, calm, and enlightenment."  – C. Dutch

During the reception, enjoy a wine bar featuring organic wines and other beverages, with proceeds benefiting Angel View, a Coachella Valley nonprofit dedicated to serving children and adults with disabilities. A portion of the evening’s art sales will be donated to support Angel View, founded in 1954 at a natural hot mineral water spring in Desert Hot Springs.


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