Cynthia Coulombe Bégin: IMAGINE
June 7, 2024 - June 14, 2024
Opening: Friday 7th of June 2024 6PM - 8PM
Embark on a journey of imagination and introspection with the unveiling of IMAGINE, a captivating contemporary art exhibition showcasing the visionary works of acclaimed artist Cynthia Coulombe Bégin. Set against the backdrop of creative fervor and boundless expression, Artspace Warehouse invites art enthusiasts to delve into the mesmerizing realm of Coulombe Bégin's dynamic acrylic on canvas portraits. Born from a fusion of inner exploration and external inspiration, her artworks transcend conventional boundaries, offering a glimpse into the depths of human consciousness and the limitless possibilities of artistic expression. From vibrant color and texture to surreal compositions, Coulombe Bégin's pieces captivate the senses, weaving a narrative that speaks to the essence of identity, perception, and the interconnectedness of the human experience. Join us as we immerse ourselves in the transformative power of art and dare to envision a world where imagination knows no bounds. IMAGINE promises to be an unforgettable showcase of creativity, innovation, and the boundless potential of the human spirit.
Born in Miami, Cynthia Coulombe Bégin grew up in Quebec City, Canada, where she earned a Bachelor of Visual Arts in 2006 from Laval University. Starting very young, her parents focused a great deal on both the arts and athletics, which helped her develop her own mode of expression.
Coulombe Bégin's dynamic acrylic on canvas works seek to produce a metamorphic interpretation of the artist's inner identity. Her paintings amply use contrasting colors to create exuberance and energy in her images. Inspired by street art, Cynthia's paintings range from the abstract to the surreal and employ a variety of techniques and materials. The artist’s contemporary artworks draw inspiration from body image, the universally recognizable symbol of hearts, and the experience of humankind. Through her work, she shares her perspective on the universe, consciousness, matter, and the soul. Using portraiture, temporal effects, and textures, she examines the body and its evolution in her research.
“My creative approach focuses on the metamorphic interpretation of our inner identity in the face of our projected image. I am inspired by the fragmented body envelope that I mark with a spontaneous gesture of vibrant colors. The experience of painting leads me to look different, to self-discovery, to astonishment. A movement from the outside to the inside is drawn, the feeling of a quest for invisible energy, a marriage of body and mind. I explore the limits of figuration imprinted with textures and movement effects.”
-Cynthia Coulombe Bégin
Coulombe Bégin began her professional artistic career at the Marius Barbeau Museum with her first solo exhibition, Traces Corporelles, in 2006. She has continued to exhibit in galleries and art fairs in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, London, Singapore, Hong Kong and Montreal, Quebec, Toronto. Coulombe Bégin’s works have been acquired by numerous private collectors worldwide.
Since the opening of Artspace Warehouse in 2010, the gallery continues to be an industry leader in affordable, museum-quality artworks making collecting art accessible and budget-friendly. With one gallery in Zurich and two galleries in Los Angeles, Artspace Warehouse specializes in guilt-free international urban, pop, graffiti, figurative, and abstract art. The expansive 5,000-square-foot space offers a large selection of emerging and established artists from all over the world.
