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427 E Colorado Ave
Colorado Springs, CO, 80903
United States

719-520-1899

CURRENT EXHIBITION

September 2025

COTTONWOOD CENTER FOR THE ARTS IS PLEASED TO PRESENT TWO SOLO SHOWS
Opening reception, FRIDAY, september 5th, 5-8 p.m.
showS on display through september 27TH


 
 

ERIN KITTELSON - STUCK

From the Artist:

“Stuck” is a body of work meant to represent my avoidant nature as a person. I am someone that freezes under pressure, often feeling as if I am a deer caught in the headlights of time and choices. Feeling as if life is passing me by as I continue to contemplate my next move. Making my decisions by not making any at all.

I am in a field that has no direct path, and the openness to possibility often feels overwhelming when it comes to head with my avoidant nature. I wanted this artwork to explore my avoidance, my freeze response to overwhelming situations, and my own mental battles with feeling as if time is passing too fast.

I want the viewers to have a feeling of being stuck themselves when they look at these pieces. Many of which use heavy and obvious patterns that you can get lost in to create this mental trap.

Photo credit: Erin Kittelson - How Green is Your Grass


 
 

DOUG MANSFIELD - DEVILISH LIVING

From the Artist:

When someone takes a Devil-May-Care attitude this may suggest an individual who acts without con- cern of consequences. They can be perceived as overly cheerful, reckless and may be defiant when it comes to social norms. This person may push beyond the established limits being excessively mischievous, wicked or rebellious.

“Devilish Living” brings you brand new acrylic paintings in the Illustrative style that is reminiscent of the Life and stylings of the mid 20th century. This collection takes a Devil-May-Care attitude and uses the aesthetics of Tiki Culture inspired from the 1950’s Polynesian explosion that decorated bars and restaurants from that era.

Photo credit: Doug Mansfield - The Despondent Bartender


Come experience this installation and enjoy two floors of open studios + galleries this First Friday from 5 TO 8 pm, and all month during normal business hours.