Fiona Wanjiku Maina is a 20-year-old Computer Science student at the University of the Free State, Bloemfontein. Her interest in photography was piqued in 2016 when she purchased her first camera.
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South Africans Abroad: Sakhile Matlhare on her Gallery in Frankfurt
Contemporary Art Gallerist, Sakhile Matlhare, and her co-founder Daniel Hagermeier set out to create a space in Frankfurt, Germany titled Sakhile&Me – that provides artists from the African diaspora with a sustainable platform to exhibit their work.
Karabo Poppy Adds Another Collab to her 2019 Portfolio | POND’S x Karabo Poppy
Well-known South African Illustrator and designer Karabo ‘Poppy’ Moletsane does it again. She recently added another brand to her long and impressive list of collaborations – this time, she teamed up with POND’S to design a makeup bag for their pimple clear gifting range. For over 150 years, POND’S has […]
OPEN CALL: KZNSA Gallery Is Looking For Artists & Designers
The KZNSA Gallery is looking for locally designed and made homeware. They are seeking items such as soft furnishings, fashion, jewellery, Christmas décor, plants, art, photography, ceramics, books and publications, kids’ toys, games, decor, stationery, cosmetics, and confectionery. As calls for climate change grow louder and young people all over the […]
Daor Contemporary Presents A Solo Exhibition by Carol-Anne Gainer in Recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month
In recognition of October as Mental Health Awareness Month, Daor Contemporary is pleased to present a solo exhibition by Carol-Anne Gainer; whose body of work is a response to her experience of dealing with her own circumstantial battle with mental health issues.
International Public Arts Festival Calls for Applications & Announces 2020 Theme
IPAF is making an official OPEN CALL to South African artists as well as artists from around the African continent to take part by creating public art murals in Salt River; one of Cape Town’s burgeoning urban residential and industrial enclaves.
Ayanda Dyaloyi, Athi-Patra Ruga & Helen Sebidi Commemorate 25 Years of Democracy at ‘I See U’ Art Exhibition
I See U: Imagining a Space for Freedom – an exhibition featuring more than 35 artworks that are being showcased at Spier Wine Farm until 30 November 2019.
First Thursdays October Edition | Two Exhibitions Worth Checking Out
On the first Thursday of every month, people in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, and Bloem come out in their numbers to discover and explore their city’s art and cultural spaces.
A3E Artist Profile: Selwyn Steyn
Currently completing his degree in architecture, Selwyn Steyn, 22, is a Pretoria based artist who works in a multitude of mediums, and makes use of the intersection between architectural theory and current art theory as informants in his work.
Nikiwe Dlova, Big Zulu & Karabo Poppy Join Stylin’s Creative Conquerors Squad
The 2019 Creative Conquerors chose a location in and around Johannesburg CBD and added their creative touch to curate signature urban art installations.
A Look Into Visual Artist Patrick Tankama’s Artwork
He makes use of the low angle perspective to convey a sense of monumentality to his figures. To add more depth to his work, he creates a narrative to link it to literature, history and poetry.
StateoftheART Gallery Announces 2019 Winner
Entrants were asked to submit work to the theme Cultivating Culture and were challenged to explore the characteristics that determine their personal and social identity: their own unique culture –within a South African context.
Lalela Scarf unveils its Art-led, Luxury Fashion Collection at FNB Art Joburg
The gorgeous designs that give The Lalela Scarf such vibrant appeal have been created using Lalela learners’ original artworks. It is a sustainable cycle of life-changing art.
10and5 A3E Artists Showcase their work at FNB Joburg Art and UNDERLINE Projects
We were proud to see three of our Artist Acceleration and Exposure Programme artists namely; Lunga Ntila, Cole Ndelu and Keneilwe Mokoena showcase their work at these prestigious art fairs.
Four Winners Announced for Clout Designers’ Industry Days
Four young emerging creatives have been announced as the winners of the first Clout Designers’ Industry Days Fired Up By Nando’s.
