The Blues (& other colors): Works by Ernie Benton and Sontonya Necheal

Inspired by his passion for music, Ernie Benton’s paintings depict the sounds, flavor and vibrations of life. A Chicago native now residing in North Texas, Benton’s work revolves around the interplay of shape and color. Sontonya Necheal is a self-taught artist, who dances with various textures in creating colorful, abstract works on canvas.  Her work comes from a place of brokenness, abuse, and hardships, but finding strength in her faith, she triumphs… creating art that is rich in color and vibrance, with layered textures of emotion.

Gallery Hours: Tues-Sat from noon to 5PM
Irving Arts Center’s galleries are open for viewing free of charge during regular gallery hours Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 PM.