Nikki expresses that her work is usually very happy, with pretty colours and a lot of flowers. For ‘Tragic Alphabet’, she decided to step out of her comfort zone and away from her usual happy, colourful work; and focus on the death scenes of the operas.
Illustration
Scum Boy – Showcasing the Vulgar and Graceful Through 3D Art
The emerging trans artist that’s building a 3D queer world.
Impetus Collection Commemorates Keneilwe Kwanaite’s Growth as an Artist
The artist’s latest body of work marks his growth a mere two years after finishing high school
Illustrator Lauren Fowler explores the “symbol of temptation”
Illustrator Lauren Fowler’s new work touches on transformation, rebirth, and spirituality.
Berlin-based South African Illustrator Tara Deacon’s Lisbon Solo Show
We take a look at Tara Deacon’s ‘Return’ series and exhibition at O’Galleria in Lisbon.
Baba Tjeko – Celebrating the Potential of the Voiceless
Baba Tjeko, a multidisciplinary artist from the Free State, bases his work on the concept of marginalisation and the great potential that lies within people who are voiceless. Upon writing his final paper for a Advertising Design diploma, Baba discovered that Basotho mural art is a disappearing art form due […]
Lethabo Huma / Women Illustrators To Watch
We take a look at Lethabo Huma’s illustrations which see takes inspiration for from various sources, emotions and ideas.
Ofentse Aobakwe / Women Illustrators to Watch
Ofentse Aobakwe is one of the country’s growing number of female illustrators. We spoke to the emerging artist and future shaper about her thoughts on creativity and her journey in choosing her craft.
Kgabo Mametja aka Saint Rose Illustrates Feminine Beauty Into Bold Lines
Sultry and bold illustrator Kgabo Mametja (@iamsaintrose) shares the inspiration behind some of her favorite images.
Neo Mahlangu – social media vulture pics the bones of our online culture
Neo ‘Nene’ Mahlangu’s latest illustrations form an ongoing body of work that takes a look at how social media feeds our wants and needs.
Graphic novel and comic book illustrator, Loyiso Mkize
Loyiso Mkize is one of South Africa’s best-known graphic novel and comic book illustrators. He turns to portrait painting for creative expression.
Event: ‘By Way of Illustration’ at J&B Hive with LeetchiSan
In a new partnership with the J&B Hive, LeetchiSan will unpack and provide insights into how young illustrators can make money with their skills
CommonGrounds: Musonda Kabwe’s Social Experiment That’s Connecting People
Musondo Kabwe customized the denim jackets of 50 different people to create common ground beyond social constructs and bias.
Wesley van Eeden’s Murals and Illustrations of Hope
South African muralist and illustrator, Wesley van Eeden says when creating murals his inspiration lies in giving people hope
Russell Abrahams AKA Yay Abe adds fire, with Burger King South Africa
Cape Town born illustrator, Russell Abrahams aka Yay Abe, is known for pushing the boundaries with various textures and techniques. His bold style conveys a message through vibrant illustrations and for his recent collaboration with BURGER KING® South Africa, Abrahams created a mural, with a fiery twist.