In Our Own Words, A Group Exhibition

Through their diverse styles and mediums, In Our Own Words blurs the line between image and meaning, inviting viewers into a dialogue of stories, emotions and ideas. Longtime members of the Union Artist Studios, such as Diana Ripoll, have created pieces specifically for this exhibition. Ripoll, who owns Studio 22 in the Edwards Building of the Alliance for the Arts campus, chose a simple yet direct approach towards the execution of her pieces included in the show. Her abstract expressionist style, combined with impeccable attention to detail, compliment the gallery’s vision for this showcase. Ripoll is one of eighteen artists participating in this exhibition.

Dominick Tascher, abstract artist and longtime member of the Union Artist Studios accepted the challenge and expanded his usually fractal and suggestive compositions to create the piece “Who Am I?” His rendering exposes a certain vulnerability and self-awareness. The bold colors suggest strength, while the fonts portray strong reassurance. Tascher, who occupies one of the many studio spaces in the Edwards Building, works mainly in oils and oil sticks on canvas. Some of the other participant artists in the exhibition are Nick Masiello, John Rizza, Xavier Brignoni, David Acevedo, Danielle Branchaud, Kelly Morrison, Brianna Jackson, Ocasiocasa, Sonia Rosa, Julia Darocha, Bernie Hyland, Eric Radde, Stacey Brown, Kate Swanstrom, Lesley Morrow, and guest artist Ken Shaw.

Everyone is invited to attend this free event on the first Friday of July. DAAS CO-OP Art Gallery & Gifts is located at 10051 McGregor BLVD, STE 104 in Fort Myers, FL (adjacent to Arts & Eats Café) in the Alliance for the Arts Campus. The gallery’s business hours are Wednesday to Sunday from 10am to 2pm. Information about the venue can be found at daascoop.com or by calling 239-955-0422.