Meet & Greet with Artist Tom Hoitsma

The event is part of the current group exhibition 'Breaking the Mold: Beyond 2D' in which Tom Hoitsma expresses raw emotional intensity with his bold and colorful aluminum sculptures – both suitable indoor & outdoor .

Hoitsma's life changed profoundly after the 2019 North Dallas tornado, which inspired his "Heart of the Matter" sculptures. The debris from the storm became a metaphor for the human spirit's resilience, fashioned into hearts that symbolize hope and perseverance.

Raised in a tumultuous family environment, he found solace in art, leaving New Jersey for art school in New York. Disillusioned with the local art scene, he moved to Dallas, where he turned his life around, battling and overcoming addiction. His art became a therapeutic outlet, reflecting his belief in finding beauty in adversity.

Hoitma's process is deeply personal and reflective. His sculptures (and paintings) are born from a desire to create something meaningful from chaos, whether it's twisted metal from a tornado or discarded materials for some of his woven paintings. He finds joy in the little moments and remains focused on his art and family, particularly his children, Cruz and Pilar, who are his greatest source of pride.

Hoitsma's work has been in many solo exhibitions throughout the US, as well as featured in several publications, and is currently represented by nine different galleries.

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