Sculptor and Painter to Discuss “Notes for Travelers” at Art at the Cave Galler

Sculptor Chas Martin and painter Don Gray will talk about their current exhibit, “Notes for Travelers,” at Art at the Cave, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver, at 1 p.m. Sept. 16.  At this free event, The artists will share stories of their processes and notes on their journeys. Martin and Gray have a similar palette and somewhat similar approach to applying color. Both title their works to encourage viewer interpretation. Several of the pieces exhibited even have similar titles. The nearly 60 pieces exhibited range from intimate to monumental. One of Gray’s ongoing themes is his exploration of the urn, a portrait-like treatment of a simple vessel shape. Additional works include figurative paintings in varying stages of abstraction. These pieces are an intriguing complement to the dynamic gestures of Martin’s figurative sculptures. Viewers can make their own associations or conclusions about the pairings. Regular gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. The show runs through Sept. 29.

Above photo: Sculptor Chas Martin (left) and painter Don Gray (right) with their work at Art at the Cave.