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Sunset, Circle of Life by Janet Ranson from her Cheng Long Wetland Park International Environmental Public Art Residency 2012 - Taiwan
ART TIMES | FEATURE / JANET RANSON’S TAIWAN RESIDENCY
Artist’s own words: Janet Ranson reports back from her: Cheng Long Wetland Park International Environmental Public Art Residency 2012
News from a sinking planet. What are the environmental issues on the other side of our small planet? Can artists say anything useful about them – this was the subtext of the Cheng Long Wetland Park International Environmental Public Art Residency 2012, ‘What’s For Dinner?’ It’s a mouthful of a title and indicates the project’s multiple aims. Together we tackled environmental education, community development, language lessons, art history, collaboration and cultural exchange - plus a great deal of fine food. Cheng Long Village is literally sinking into the mud. Farming is no longer viable, as the low-lying land is being swamped by sea-water. You can see old houses collapsing into the mud, graveyards looking like islands in a pond and fish farms where once were fields. How do local people react to environmental degradation? Everywhere, poor people turn to the next means to make a living – in this case oyster farms, fish farms, clam farms – and put pressure on government to help them. Environmentalists need a holistic approach. Teach the next generation, send the children home to educate their parents, negotiate solutions that are sustainable. This is the exciting part –public art can help! In Cheng Long, it’s a vehicle for consciousness raising. This is the third year of the Cheng Long Residency. It’s supported by the Kuan Shu Education Foundation, Forestry Department and local government. Curator Jane Ingram Allen, who has lived in Taiwan for 9 years, works closely with Chao-Mei Wang, the local education officer. I can see that there is a great deal of ongoing work, negotiating with residents, and managing logistics for transport and accommodation for more than 20 people. Projects were selected in consultation with local villagers, and we foreigners were given a fantastic welcome and superbly hosted. Participants selected from more than 180 entries included an American, Swiss/Japanese couple, Indian, two Taiwanese and me, the first African (‘Where are you from?’ ‘Nan-Fei.’ ‘Ah! Diamonds.’) I chose to use entirely natural materials and install my work in the wetland park itself, as did the Indian sculptor, Jogdand Prashant. We both used primarily bamboo and basketry techniques, and I also plaited banana leaves, feathers, palm fronds and other local plant materials to create a series of large and small creatures for my ‘Circle of Life’. My sculpture featured over 30 fantastic creatures chasing one another, mouths agape, in an endless hungry loop. The format encouraged collaborations – mostly achieved through sign language.
(L) American Isabelle Garbani at work on ‘Invasive Species’. (R) ‘Circle of Life’ detail,
Students make their way past Jogdand’s ‘Sinking Cup’
Volunteer working on ‘Food Chain’
Swiss/Japanese couple Markus Wernli and Madoka Yashitomi created a huge mosaic using local clam shells, spending almost the entire 3 weeks high on scaffolding. American Isabelle Garbani produced ‘Invasive Alien’, a creeper covering an old house in the village – made entirely of crocheted plastic bags. The Taiwanese artists, Yen-Ting Hsu and Yvonne Chiu, both made indoor installations based on local life – animation and sound work. Yen-Ting’s recordings of clam farmers, seagulls, waves and a local poet are extraordinarily evocative, even when you don’t understand a word. The Residency gave us an opportunity to experience rural Taiwan – something which was also new to the young volunteers who assisted us. Taiwanese are relaxed, full of fun, use any excuse for an extra ‘tea-time’, love to snack, joke, play games – and of course karaoke. A 25-day residency is, of course, pretty intensive. All the hard work included making new friends, cultural onslaught, experiments with new natural materials and a great deal of fun. I feel extraordinarily privileged to have been selected for this project, and encourage more South Africans to go out there and make public art! Janet Ranson : janran@cybersmart.co.za 16
Markuz Wernli’s ‘Food Chain’ 2012
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ART TIMES | FEATURE / ARTS JOURNEY, PORT ELIZABETH - SHOWS TO SEE DURING THE NATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL
Exhibitions in Port Elizabeth (Nelson Mandela Bay) during the National Arts Festival 2012 Arts Journey - Nelson Mandela Bay opens the visual arts journey to the National Arts Festival 2012 with 67 public art interventions on ROUTE 67 and a variety of top curated exhibitions at various institutions and galleries in and around the Arts Precinct of Nelson Mandela Bay.
selected – the only limitation was that the artist cannot exceed the limitation of the square they have chosen. XPRESSIONS 2012 moves from Port Elizabeth to the National Arts Festival in Grahamstown
“Treasures” - Annual Exhibition of the Friends of the Art Museum. Venue: Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum, 1 Park Drive, Port Elizabeth Contact: Emma Taggart 041 506 2000 Date: 21 June – 15 July Opening Times: Weekdays: 09h00 to 18h00 (closed Tuesday mornings) Saturdays, Sundays: 13h00 to 17h00 Public Holidays: 14:00 to 17:00 Organised and funded by the Friends of the Art Museum, this year’s theme of “TREASURES” challenges all artists, crafters, photographers, designers and bead workers to make something contemporary and exceptional in response to the theme.
In 2009 Nelson Mandela Bay was brought into fold of the National Arts Festival Fringe programme by hosting three large exhibitions including the Spier Biennale. This year we see twelve curated exhibitions showcasing contemporary works from top artists across South Africa. All venues and exhibitions listed below form part of the Fringe Program of the National Arts Festival. We encourage all “festinos” to the National Arts Festival to spend a day or two in the City Centre Arts Precinct to enjoy an extensive visual arts program. For details of the exhibitions please also refer to the National Arts Festival Booking Kit which is available through selected Standard Bank Branches as well as the listed venues below For more information on the Arts Journey please visit: www. artsjourney-nelsonmandelabay.co.za ARTS JOURNEY - “take a walk on the ARTS side”. Contact: Anthony Harris C: 072 379 5933
Anthony Harris and Konrad Geel Voting Line ROUTE 67: Venue: Public Spaces in and around the Donkin Reserve, Port Elizabeth Contact: www.artsjourney-nelsonmandelabay.co.za Dates: All year: Opening times: Public open spaces ROUTE 67 is one of the largest Public Art Commissions in South Africa. 67 Public Art Works and interventions symbolising Nelson Mandela’s 67 years of work dedicated to the Freedom of South Africa. The Public Artworks commissioned by the Mandela Bay Development Agency (MBDA), on behalf of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality with the financial support of the NLDTF, experience the 67 public art interventions in the inner city – ARTS JOURNEY - “take a walk on the ART side”. EXPRESSIONS 2012 Venue: 1: ART Gallery, 51B Cuyler Street, Central Hill, Port Elizabeth :2: National Arts Festival, Trinity Hall, Hill Street, Grahamstown. Contact: Anthony Harris C: 072 379 5933 Date: 1: 12 – 25 June 2: 28 June – 8 July at the National Arts Festival Opening Times: Monday – Friday: 9am – 4pm Saturday: 9am – 12pm This curated, multi media, biennial exhibition highlights the work of 22 professional artists living in Nelson Mandela Bay. Each artist were asked to respond, in their own genre and medium, to two square standard formats that they
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exhibition of ceramics, sculpture and other three dimensional disciplines, that aspires to look at the nuances of vessels in the context of the Eastern Cape coast, the Indian ocean and the relationship between art and maritime trade.
Graham Jones: Expressions 2012 SACRED STEPS: FROM THE SHADOWS INTO THE LIGHT Venue: Ron Belling Art Gallery, 30 Park Drive, Port Elizabeth. Contact: Duncan Stewart: 073 704 3299 duncan@duncanstewart.co.za Date: 28th June - 27th of July 2012 Opening times: Monday to Friday 09H00 to 17H00 : Saturday and Sunday 10H00 to 13H00 A solo exhibition by Duncan Stewart: An exhibition to stimulate reaction and action around the reality of a supernatural, metaphysical, personal god through a visual drama in the form of painting, drawing and sculptural installations. HOME//an experiment Venue: Athenaeum, 7 Belmont Terrace, Central Hill, Port Elizabeth. Contact: Uthando Baduza Cell: 082864016 Dates: 25 June – 13 July Opening times: Monday – Friday 08h30 – 16h30 The experiment will destabilize the finite construct of ‘home’ as a ‘structure/objects’ but propel us to imagine a fluid, unstable notion that is re/made by the ‘people/things’ that inhabit/outside its domain. Through the interplay and juxtaposition of the works – using visual forms as catalyst – a kinetic energy will agitate/activate the works. Title: 4X4 Seasons Venue: ART Gallery, 51B Cuyler Street, Central Hill, Port Elizabeth Contact: Lydia Holmes: Cell 083 564 9430 Date: 26 June – 14 July Opening Times: Monday – Friday: 9am – 4pm Saturday: 9am – 12pm Four artists, Prof Gregory Kerr (painting), Lydia Holmes (ceramic sculpture), Lungiswa Gquanta (sculpture) and Sandy Coffey (photography) use their chosen media to respond to the theme. This is an exceptionally talented group of artists with a visually challenging exhibition. In Praise of Vessels Venue: Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum, 1 Park Drive, Port Elizabeth Contact: Emma Taggart 041 506 2000 Date: 21 June – 15 July Opening Times: Weekdays: 09h00 to 18h00 (closed Tuesday mornings) Saturdays, Sundays: 13h00 to 17h00 Public Holidays: 14:00 to 17:00 Ceramics Southern Africa Eastern Cape represents an
COMIX Venue: Athenaeum, 7 Belmont Terrace, Central Hill, Port Elizabeth Contact: Facilitators: Bretten-Anne Heath and Lawrence Westraadt: 083 728 5295 Dates: 28 June – 8 July Opening times: Monday – Friday 08h30 – 16h30 The Art Comix Project is an educational exhibition that showcases a collection of the art comix participators own artwork and documentation of the process in developing a hard copy comic that teaches the youth about the importance of public art in general and specifically Route 67 in Port Elizabeth. The Art Comix Project is funded by the National Lotteries Distribution Trust Fund and is implemented by the Mandela Bay Development Agency, working on behalf of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipaltiy. 93rd artEC/EPSAC ANNUAL EXHIBITION Venue: artEC (Eastern Province Society of Arts and Crafts [EPSAC] Contact: Asanda at artEC 041 585 3641 Dates: 28 June – 13 July Opening times: Weekdays 9am-4pm :Sat. 9am – 1pm This is the most prestigious exhibition on artEC calendar. Traditionally this is an adjudicated Annual exhibition. This year, the Annual gets a further boost by being an official Fringe Exhibition of the National Arts Festival. The Curators are talented local artists Banele Njadayi and Bamanye Ngxale.
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ARTS JOURNEY, PORT ELIZABETH - SHOWS TO SEE DURING THE NATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL / FEATURE | ART TIMES
Join us on our Arts Journey 2012 With Nelson Mandela Bay now part of the National Arts Festival Fringe Program, we invite you to experience the 12 curated exhibitions at various venues along the Arts Precinct of Central, Port Elizabeth
For more information:www.artsjourney-nelsonmandelabay.co.za
Donve Branch (Ceramics) and Anthony Harris (painting and mixed media) use their individual disciplines to explore the theme EARTH – evolving, complex, destructive, regeneration, fracking, spiritual…
Anthony Harris Mapping Fraking “ alone : together” Venue: Carinus Annex Room B (NAF) Contact: Sue Hoppe 083 261 9671 Dates: 28 June – 8 July Opening times: 9am – 5pm “alone : together” JIMMY NDLOVU, AYANDA MJI, SUE HOPPE As individuals, we have concerns which we address through our art, coloured by our unique paths through life. When independently generated works of sympathetic artists come together, they create a dialogue which is more powerful than the sum of its parts. EVOLVING EARTH/FIRED EARTH Venue: Trinity Hall, Hill St. (NAF) Contact: Anthony Harris 072 379 5933 Dates: 28 June – 8 July Opening Times: 8am – 7pm
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“Intimate Spaces” Venue: Montage Gallery, 59 Main Road, Walmer Port Elizabeth Contact: Alida or Stephan Bothma Cell: 084 624 1284 Dates: 19 June – 21 July Opening times: Weekdays 9am – 4pm :Sat 9am – 1pm “Intimate Spaces” Solo Exhibition by Mein Greyling. “Shared spaces depend upon a commitment of body and soul. Our incompatibilities become the laughing stock of the shadows in the corners. Old furniture is like old trusted friends, and beloved objects the silent observers of our joys and our fears. The landscape serves as a metaphor for an unpredictable journey”.
Route 67 Lisbet De Meyer Welcome Carpet (Right) Dorelle Sapere and Artist Anton Momberg 19
ART TIMES | FEATURE / MICHAELIS SCHOOL OF ART, CT, JUNE’S MFA GRAD SHOW 2012
Michaelis School of Art MFA June 2012 Grad Show From the 5th until the 22nd of June Michaelis Galleries will be hosting the Masters Graduate Show. The show consists of a selection of work from the final exhibitions of Masters graduates of 2011. This will be the second of what Michaelis is developing into an annual Masters Grad Show event to showcase the next generation of artistic thinkers. This was the aim of the experiments: to send emissaries into Time. Time has passed. It has passed in that calculating way that all time passes within institutions: with purpose and intent. The punctuation is that of deadlines, seminar papers, anniversaries, overseas trips, abstracts, studio visits, birthday drinks, a new car, new works, review exhibitions, drafts, kittens, meetings, more new works, printing quotes and external examiners. Point Counter Point. Alone in the studio with the winter light fading on a week awash with interrogations - that is the ordinary moment becoming a meaning filled memory. The Masters in Fine Arts programme is a stretch of time charaterised by a self-conscious ‘seizure of being seen’ as Sartre has coined. That moment when the gaze of the ‘other’ is invoked willingly, upon and by the ‘self’ as graduates cut their teeth on a rigorous interrogation of their art practices in a delicious two year dedication to their projects. The Master’s rite of passage, although a supervised process, is a predominantly personally motivated endeavour with critical engagement from the academic community at the Michaelis School of Fine Art. As such, Masters graduates exemplify the highest standard of practice at the school, being to date the highest academic level awarded for Fine Art at UCT. Curated by Cara van der Westhuizen this show seeks to address notions of the passing of time: between the present and the past as mirrored in the space where these recent graduates now find themselves. The participating graduates include: Sunnette Viljoen, Chad Rossouw, Monique Prinsloo, Lauren Palte, Nina Liebenberg, Katherine Spindler, Bryony Purvis, Nicola Dean, Renzske Scholtz, Vincent Bezuidenhout, Dominique Edwards and Natasha Norman. Perhaps this melancholy limbo has always been there as the titles of these graduate’s dissertations suggest: A History of Failure. Falling into Gentle Ruin. A Wounded Surface. Avant Lounge Exotica. Point Counter Point. At sea. Further Fictions. Between Echoes. Vlakplaas. Separate Amenities. The Distance Between Us. A Heritage of Secrets: in confessional mode. Michaelis Gallery, UCT Hiddingh Campus, 31–37 Orange Street, Gardens, Cape Town. For further information, contact Cara van der Westhuizen, Tel 021 480 7170 and cara.vanderwesthuizen@uct.ac.za
Dominique Edwards, Burst, Video still | Sunette Viljoen, Negative space installation | Katherine Spindler, Wave, About 70m | Monique Prinsloo, Winter garden photograph_III,
Vincent Bezuidenhout, Strandfontein Pavilion, Chad Rossouw, The De La Rey (Poster), Lithograph, 2011, Lauren Palte, The Bar Mitzvah (Light through the Trees), Oil on canvas, Renzske Scholtz, The Helipad 1 and 2, 2011 Natasha Norman, Swash Plate, Woodcut and monotype with lithographic inks. (Right) Nina Liebenberg, The Lovers, Sprockets, chain, windshield wiper, syringes, rose wood, sea water, 2009
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Staff Stuff UNISA Staff Exhibition curated by Lawrence Lemaoana
19 JUNE -7 JULY 2012
Opening 19 June 18h0022, for 2011 18h30 Extended to //June Opening speaker // Lawrence Lemaoana Unisa Art Gallery, Kgorong Building Ground Floor, Main Campus, Preller Street, Pretoria Email: ukun1@unisa.ac.za, Tel: (012) 441-5683
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Free State Bloemfontein Oliewenhuis Art Museum 20 April – 3 June, “Rendezvous Art Project: Focus Painting” (Main Building) a travelling exhibition of works by 60 artists which uses painting as a medium. 3 May - 17 June, “For Future Generations” - Hugh Tracey and the International Library of African Music in the Reservoir. 11 May - 29 July, “The New Acquisitions Exhibition 2008 – 2012” (Annex Gallery) An exhibition of artworks acquired in the last five years for Oliewenhuis Art Museum’s Permanent Collection can currently be seen in the Annex Gallery on the first floor of the Art Museum. This exhibition includes artworks by Anton Kannemeyer, Christo Doherty, Andrew Verster, Nandipha Mntambo and Samson Mnisi. It also includes sculptures by local woodcarvers David Padi and Bernett Phalasane. 15 June – 29 July, “Manfred Zylla Retrospective” (Main Building) (Coincides with the Vryfees, 9 – 15 July) Opening: Tuesday, 10 July at 19:00. This travelling retrospective exhibition of German/South African artist Manfred Zylla includes works from 1958 to the present. 22 June - 29 July, “Collateral” by Johannes Phokela (Reservoir) (Coincides with the Vryfees, 9 -15 July) Opening: Tuesday, 10 July at 19:00. Soweto-born artist Johannes Phokela is known for his large, dramatic works in oil, re-working the images of European old masters by adding references to their works, so that their meanings are changed.16 Harry Smith Str, Bloemfontein. T.051 447 9609 karen.marais@nasmus.co.za www.nasmus.co.za
Clarens Art & Wine Gallery on Main The Gallery houses an exquisite collection of art by well-known artists like Gregoire Boonzaier, J.H. Pierneef, Pieter van der Westhuizen, Erik Laubscher, Jan Vermeiren, Marjorie Wallace, Eben van der Merwe, Conrad Theys, Hennie Niemann, Hannetjie de Clercq, ceramics by Laura Du Toit, sculpture by Fana Malherbe & Jean Doyle, glass by David Reade & Shirley Cloete and numerous others. 279 Main Str, Clarens T. 058 256 1298 or Anton Grobbelaar. C. 082 341 8161 anton@artandwine.co.za www.artandwine.co.za Blou Donki Art Gallery 19 May- 10 June, “40 Days of Still Life, Landscapes and Figures” a solo exhibition of paintings by Makiwa Mutomba. Windmill Centre, Main Str, Clarens T. 058 256 1757 manager@bloudonki.co.za www.bloudonki.co.za Johan Smith Art Gallery The gallery permanently exhibits a wide variety of classical and selected contemporary art works featuring Johan Smith, Elbè van Rooyen, Elga Rabe, Graham Carter, Nicole Pletts, Gregoire Boonzaier, Otto Klar, and various others. Specializing in ceramics, the gallery supports artists such as Hennie Meyer, Karen Sinovich, and Heather Mills, among others. Collectable bronzes and handmade glass by David Reade also available. Windmill Centre, Main Str, Clarens T. 058 256 1620 manager@bhm.dorea.co.za www.johansmith.co.za
Gauteng Johannesburg Absa Art Gallery 7 June - 28 June, Absa will host award-winning artist, Ilka Van Schalkwyk, in her first solo show entitled “Yesterday”. Ilka was the winner of the 2010 Absa L’Atelier competition. Absa Towers North, 161 Main Street, Jhb. T. 011 350 5139 artgallery@absa.co.za www.absa.co.za Alice Art Opening 3 June @11h00 – 17h00, Portchie’s 20 to 40 Winter Exhibition. 19 July – 17 August, New Signatures 2012 Alice Art Gallery Exhibition. 217 Drive Str, Ruimsig. T. 083 331 8466/ 083 377 1470 aliceart@global.co.za www.aliceart.co.za Bag Factory Opening Weds 4 July, “Sounding Out” group exhibition. Artists exhibiting include: Sanell Aggenbach, Lynette Bester, Brendon Bussy, Gordon Froud, Josh Ginsburg, Jared Ginsburg, João Orecchia,
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Angie Mullins, Neo Muyanga, Nathan Janse van Vuuren. 10 Mahlatini Street, Fordsburg. T. 011 834 9181 info@bagfactoryart.org.za www.bagfactoryart.org.za Christie’s International Auctioneers. Gillian Scott Berning, Independent Consultant. T 031 207 8247 Gillian.gsb@mweb.co.za www.christies.com CIRCA on Jellicoe 24 May – 16 June, Speke Photographic “Exposure Now” 17 May – 16 June, “Between Rock: Grinding Stones from Southern Africa” 2 Jellicoe Ave. T. 011 788 4805 gallery@circaonjellicoe.co.za www.circaonjellicoe.co.za Everard Read Jhb 17 May – 16 June, Nicky Leigh “Visions of Eden – African Landscapes” 21 June – 28 July, Winter Exhibition. 6 Jellicoe Ave, Rosebank, Jhb. T. 011 788-4805 gallery@everard.co.za www.everard-read.co.za Gallery 2 Artists currently on show include Eric Duplan, Kate Gottgens, Lauren Palte, Colbert Mashile, Herman Niehbuhr, Carl Roberts, Claudette Schreuders and Jenny Stadler. 140 Jan Smuts Ave, Parkwood. T. 011 447 0155 info@gallery2.co.za www.gallery2.co.za Gallery AOP 19 May - 9 June, “King for a day” oils on paper by Wilhelm Saayman. 14 June - 7 July, “Printing the seventies: Battiss, Burwitz and Skotnes” prints and drawings by Stephan Gray and friends. 44 Stanley Ave, Braamfontein Werf (Milpark) Johannesburg. T. 011 726 2234. info@artonpaper.co.za www.galleryaop.com Gallery MOMO 26 May – 18 June, new works by Gary Stephens. 52 7th Avenue, Parktown North, Jhb. T. 011 327 3247 info@gallerymomo.com www.gallerymomo.com Goethe on Main Opening 7 June @18:30, “Looking Glass” performance & installation by Eduardo Cachucho on show until 1 July. Arts on Main, 245 Main Str, City & Suburban, Jhb. T. 011 442 3232 PR@johannesburg.goethe.org www.goethe.de/goetheonmain Goethe Institut On show until 7 June, “Témoin/Witness” a photographic exhibition from sub-Saharan Africa artists Sammy Baloji (DRC) Monique Pelser (South Africa) Calvin Dondo (Zimbabwe), Sabelo Mlangeni (South Africa), Abraham Oghobase (Nigeria) & Michael Tsegaye (Ethiopia). 119, Jan Smuts Ave, Parkwood, Jhb. PR@johannesburg.goethe.org www.goethe.de/johannesburg Goodman Gallery 10 May – 16 June, Brett Murray’s “Hail to the Thief II” 163 Jan Smuts Ave, Parkwood, Johannesburg T. 011 788 1113 jhb@goodman-gallery.com www.goodman-gallery.com Grahams Fine Art Gallery The gallery exhibits fine examples of South African art including works by: Maggie Laubser, J.H Pierneef, Irma Stern, Freida Lock, Walter Battiss, Alexis Preller, Gerard Sekoto, Robert Hodgins, Stanley Pinker and Peter Clarke. Unit 46, Broadacres Lifestyle Centre, Cnr Cedar & Valley Rds, Broadacres, Fourways, Jhb. T. 011 465 9192 sarah@grahamsgallery.co.za www.grahamsgallery.co.za 16 Halifax Works by Michael Heyns, Leon Muller, Braam van Wijk, Marina Louw, Mimi van der Merwe and other artists can be viewed by appointment in Johannesburg at 16 Halifax Str, Bryanston. Dana MacFarlane 082 784 6695 dana@16halifaxart.co.za www.16halifaxart.co.za In Toto 31 May – 3 July, “The Other World” exploring the idea of fantasy in art featuring a large number of artists on show (about fifty). 6 Birdhaven Centre, 66 St Andrew Str, Birdhaven. T. 011 447 6543 megan@intotogallery.co.za www.intotogallery.co.za Isis Gallery Leading Art Gallery in Rosebank showcasing today’s most Modern Contemporary Artists. Shop 163, The Mall of Rosebank. Contact Daniel Erasmus T. 011 447 2317 info@isisgallery.co.za www.isisgallery.co.za
Johannesburg Art Gallery 6 May – 6 July, “Coming of Age: 21 years of Artist Proof Studio” a retrospective exhibition of Artist Proof Studio (APS) which celebrates 21 years of printmaking in Newtown. King George Str, Joubert Park, Jhb. T. 011 725 3130 tinym@joburg.org.za www.joburg.org.za Manor Gallery Opening Sat 9 June, the New Signatures Exhibition. Meet the artists and have light refreshments while viewing this juried exhibition. The show closes on Sat 30 June. Opening hours: Tues – Fri 10am - 4pm, Sat 10am – 2pm. Manor Gallery, Home of the Watercolour Society of South Africa. Norscot Manor Centre, Penguin Drive, Fourways, Gauteng. T. 011 465 7934 gallery@wssa.org.za www.wssa.org.za Market Photo Workshop 9 May – 13 June, “In this City” an exhibition by Mack Magagane. 2 President str, Newtown, entrance Bus Factory T. 011 834 1444 info@marketphotoworkshop.co.za www.marketphotoworkshop.co.za Russell Kaplan Auctioneers Auctioneers of Fine Art, Antiques and Collectables. Ground floor, Bordeaux Court, Corner of Garden & Allan Roads, Bordeaux. T. 011 789 7422 or 083 675 8468 rka@global.co.za www.rkauctioneers.co.za Sandton Auctioneers Fine Art, Furniture, Carpets & Collectables. Showroom: No 8 Burnside Ave, Craighall Park, Jhb. T. 011 501 3360 sandtonauctioneers@telkomsa.net www.sandtonauctioneers.com Standard Bank Gallery 3 May – 9 June, “Faena” by Nandipha Mntambo (Standard Bank Young Artist 2011) as well as Leonie Marinovich’s photographic exhibition entitled “Not Me - Not Mine” consists of portraits of HIVpositive women from Ethiopia, Kenya, Namibia and South Africa. Cnr of Simmonds & Frederick Str.’s, Jhb. T. 011 631 1889 sue.isaac@standardbank.co.za www.standardbankarts.co.za Stephan Welz & Company Auctioneers of Decorative and Fine Arts. 13 Biermann Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg. T. 011 880-3125 jhb@stephanwelzandco.co.za www.stephanwelzandco.co.za Stevenson Johannesburg 31 May - 29 June, “Paintings and Prints for Doctors and Dentists” by Anton Kannemeyer. 62 Juta Street, Braamfontein, Jhb. T. 011 326 0034 jhb@stevenson.info www.stevenson.info Strauss & Co. Monday 11 June 2012, Auction of Important South African and International Art. Country Club Johannesburg, Corner Lincoln Rd & Woodlands Drive, Woodmead. T. 079 407 5140 jhb@straussart.co.za www.straussart.co.za UJ Art Gallery 6 – 27 June, “De Magnete” Jacki McInnes’ solo exhibition interrogates the contradictions inherent in present-day human thought and behaviour, especially with respect to the disconnect between our material aspirations and their inevitable effect on our planet and ultimate future.Cnr Kingsway & University Rd, Auckland Park, Jhb. T. 011 559 2099 aedempsey@uj.ac.za www.uj.ac.za/artscentre Upstairs@Bamboo Opening Sunday 24 June at 12:00, “Stillness” works by Michael Heyns, Laurel Holmes, Louise Jackson, Marina Louw, Leon Muller, Sharon Sampson, Gerrie van Tonder and others, on show until 15 July. Curated by Dana MacFarlane and 16 Halifax Art. Gallery hours: Mon to Sat 9am to 4pm, Sunday 9am to 2pm. 35 Rustenburg Road, Melville. Dana MacFarlane Cell: 0827846695 dana@16halifaxart.co.za www.16halifaxart.co.za The White House Gallery The gallery has a wide ranging portfolio featuring renowned masters such as Chagall, Marini, Miro, Moore, Portway, Pasmore, Stella, Picasso, Dine & Hockney - to name a few. Also the more affordable works of up and coming artists in Britain and France, along with globally acclaimed South African artists. Shop G11 Thrupps Centre,Oxford Road, Illovo,Johannesburg. T. 011 268 2115 alan@whg.co.za www.thewhitehousegallery.co.za
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Creative Visionary & Leading Plein air Painter in SA
With its singular flair and arrestingly evocative scenery, Daniel Novela is understandably celebrated not only as one of South Africa’s most renowned painters but, specifically, also as an incomparable and iconic plein-air artist.
Born in 1964 and growing up in Mozambique in the tumultuous times leading up to its independence, Daniel faced many difficulties on the journey to realizing his ultimate goal: creating his own, unique works of art.
Eschewing from the practice of first securing the scenes he intends to paint on camera, Daniel immerses himself in the scene and captures the very essence of each moment. His work combines beautifully subtle nuances along with sophisticated, evocative African scenes, creating the unmistakable Impressionist tableaus that have earned him both national and international acclaim.
Today, Daniel still maintains the electrifying drive and consuming passion that initially drove him to overcome his childhood adversities; he is barely able to go through a single day without painting. And he welcomes you to explore his work and revel in the sophisticated beauty of his paintings.
FESTIVAL DETAILS: WHERE: Albany Museum Education Class Room, Somerset Street WHEN: 28 June – 8 July 2012 TIME: 09:00–17:00 No age restriction CONTACT DETAILS: EMAIL: info@danielnovela.co.za WEB: www.danielnovela.co.za
Karin Daymond new monotypes Victor Pasmore, Harmony of Opposites
The Whitehouse Gallery Victor Pasmore Show
Victor Pasmore, Burning Water MON—FRI 09.30am —17.00pm THURSDAY EVENING 17.00pm—21.00pm SATURDAY FROM 9.30am—12.30pm SUNDAY FROM 12.00pm—3.00pm
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Tel : 27 11 268-2115 ◊ Fax : 27 11 268-2129 WEBSITE : www.thewhitehousegallery.co.za EMAIL : alan@whg.co.za : melanie@whg.co.za caitlin@whg.co.za
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Alette Wessels Kunskamer The Alette Wessels Kunskamer operates as an Art Gallery and Art Consultancy, specialising in South African art as an investment, dealing in Old Masters, and selected contemporary art. Maroelana Centre, 27 Maroelana Str, Maroelana, Pretoria. T. 012 346 0728 alette@artwessels.co.za www.artwessels.co.za
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Fried Contemporary 9 June - 7 July, “Terra pericolosa: dangerous grounds” Tribute artist: Diane Victor. Diek Grobler , Gwenneth Miller , Carolyn Parton , Sybrand Wiechers, Keith Dietrich, Karin Preller & Paul Cooper. 430 Charles St, Brooklyn, Pretoria. T. 012 346 0158 art@friedcontemporary.com www.friedcontemporary.com Front Room Art 1 - 23 June : “Best of the brightest” an eclectic exhibition in celebration of colour by a variety of artists. Open day 23 June 11am-4pm, otherwise viewing by appointment. 30 June – 21 July: “Trees” works by Liekie Fouche, Laurel Holmes, Inanda Page, Braam van Wijk and sculptor Karin Smith. 116 Kate Ave Rietondale. Jennifer Snyman 082 451 5584 Jennifer@frontroomart.co.za www.frontroomart.co.za Gallery Michael Heyns The Gallery has moved to 194 Haley Str, Weavind Park, Pretoria. T. 012 804 0869 michael@michaelheyns.co.za www.michaelheyns.co.za Pretoria Arts Association 18 May – 6 June, “Images of dreams” by Rudi Trap. An exhibition of drawings in pen and ink and charcoal 173 Mackie Str, Nieuw Muckleneuk, Pretoria. T. 012 346 3100 artspta@mweb.co.za www.artsassociationpta.co.za Pretoria Art Museum Opening 2 June @ 11:00, “Artflux 2012” a partnership between the Gauteng Department of Education and the Pretoria Art museum wherein artworks from various schools in the districts of Tshwane East have been selected to form an exhibition celebrating youth month (June). Opening 13 June @ 18:30, “My Perspective Reflections” a midcareer retrospective by Rudolph Tshie. The exhibition closes on Sunday 22 July. Currently on show: Until July in the North Gallery “Resistance Art & Landscape Art” A selection of artworks by Resistance artists such as Magadlela, Martins, Dumile, Hodgkins and Kentridge are on display in the North Gallery. Also on display is a broad selection of landscape art by artists such as Pierneef, Battiss, Wenning, Barker and Boonzaaier. Until 29 July in the Henry Preiss Hall, “Lady Michaelis Bequest” a selection of 17th-century Dutch paintings from the Michaelis Bequest will be on view. Until December in the South Gallery, “A Story of South African Art” a selection of artworks from the permanent collection of the Museum. Until December in the East Gallery, “Abstract Art” a selection of abstract artworks from the permanent collection of the Museum. Until December in the Glass Gallery, “Corobrik Collection” a selection of ceramics, representing the development of studio ceramics and the work of traditional rural potters of South Africa over the past 30 years is on display. Until December, “Study Collection” art media and techniques are illustrated in the Information Centre. Cnr Schoeman and Wessels Str, Arcadia Park, Arcadia, Pretoria. T.012 344 1807/8 art.museum@tshwane.gov.za www.pretoriaartmuseum.co.za Sandton Auctioneers Fine Art, Furniture, Carpets & Collectables. Showroom: 367 Lynnwood Rd, Menlo Park, Pretoria. T. 012 460 6000 sandtonauctioneers@telkomsa.net www.sandtonauctioneers.com St Lorient Fashion and Art Gallery Contemporary Art on show during June. 492 Fehrsen Street, Brooklyn Circle, Brooklyn, Pretoria. T. 012 4600284 anastasi@iafrica.com www.stlorient.co.za UNISA Art Gallery Opening 19 June, “Staff Stuff” on show until 6 July. Kgorong Building, Ground Floor, Main Campus, Preller Str, Pretoria. T. 012 441 5683 ukun1@unisa.ac.za www.unisa.ac.za/gallery University of Pretoria 25 May – 15 November, “High Tea @UP” fine porcelain and antique teawares from the ceramic collections of the University of Pretoria Museums. Mapungubwe Gallery, Old Arts Building, UP. T.012 420 2968 museums@up.ac.za www.up.ac.za
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NWU Gallery 17 May - 13 July “Ink-complete: Capturing Music II” photography by Sean Brand & Christelle Duvenage. Exploring the way that musicians modify their bodies as incomplete ever changing vessels through ink-art. North-West University Gallery, Building E7, NWU Potchefstroom Campus, Hoffman Str, Potchefstroom.T. 018 299 4341 email: 20061374@nwu.ac.za
Mpumalanga Dullstroom Art @ sixty seven A selection of fine art, ceramics and blown glass art pieces, by well-known local artists. Shop no9, 67 Naledi St, Dullstroom, Mpumulanga. T. 013 254 0335 mikek@boardwalkmanor.co.za www.shopat67.com Dimitrov Art Gallery Lifestyle Complex, shop no.4 on Cnr. Teding Van Berkhout & Hugenote/ Naledi Street, Dullstroom, Mpumalanga T. 013 254 0524 C. 082 679 5698 info@dimitrovartgallery.co.za www.dimitrovartgallery.co.za The New Dimitrov Art Gallery Situated in the Trams Alley shop no.1, along the R 540 ( Naledi Drive ). Opening exhibition “Expression of Freedom” by renowned artist Dimitrov. info@dimitrovartgallery.co.za www.dimitrovartgallery.co.za
White River The Artists’ Press Professional collaboration, printing and publishing of original handprinted artists lithographs, by the Artists’ Press. Also artists books, monotypes & letterpress prints, particularly for artists working in SA. Waterfield Farm near White River, Mpumalanga T. 013 751 3225 print@artistspress.co.za www.artists-press.net The Loop Art Foundry & Sculpture Gallery A collaboration and network for the avid art patron and collector as well as a full service facility for the artist. This is the place where you will find a unique and superior item or have something commissioned that you have always envisioned. Casterbridge Complex Corner R40 & Numbi Roads White River T. 013 758 2409 theloop@worldonline.co.za www.tlafoundry.co.za The White River Gallery 2- 20th June, A Selection of Youth Art from local matric students. 23 June - 25 July, Tony Fredriksson’s exhibition of Driftwood Sculpture. Casterbridge Centre, R 40 Cnr. of Hazyview & Numbi Gate Rd, White River. C. 083 675 8833 whiteriverg@gmail.com
Western Cape Cape Town Absolut Art Gallery Permanent exhibition with the best Masters and Contemporary artists. Namely : JH Pierneef, Gerard Sekoto, Hugo Naude, Adriaan Boshoff, Frans Oerder, Maurice Van Essche, Tinus De Jongh, Gerard Bhengu, Ephraim Ngatane, Cecil Skotnes, JEA Volschenk, Conrad Theys, William Kentridge, to name a few. Shop 43 Willowbridge Lifestyle Centre, Carl Cronje Drive, Tyger Valley, Bellville. T. 021 914 2846 info@absolutart.co.za www.absolutart.co.za. Alliance Française Cape Town 4 – 30 June, “Stipatio” a solo exhibition by Zena a French photographer who has lived in Hout Bay for four years and takes an interest in the biodiversity of the Western Cape. 155 Loop Str, CT. T. 021 423 5699 capetown@alliance.org.za www.alliance.org.za Art b 8 May – 18 June, “Uncontained” Opening the Community Arts Project Archive. 27 June -25 July, Selected Chinese Prints of the 20th Century 1900
– 1999. The Arts Association of Bellville, The Library Centre, Carel van Aswegan Str, Bellville. T. 021 918 2301 info@artb.co.za www.artb.co.za/gallery.htm Art on the Green On Sunday 3 June and Sunday 8 July 20 artists will gather together in one fabulous fun exhibition in the middle of the village (weather dependent). Noordhoek Farm Village, Village Lane, Noordhoek For further information contact: Irene 082 303 6798 oxleyi1@iafrica.com Artvark Gallery Artvark hosts a large variety of works from local South Africa artists. Situated in the vibrant fishing village of Kalk Bay, where art lovers roam the cobbled alleyways enjoying the galleries, restaurants and junk shops. Open 7 days a week 9-6. 48 Main Rd, Kalk Bay Tel 021 788 5584 artvark@iafrica.com www.artvark.org AVA Opening 4 June @18:00, “Nothing New Under the Sun” a solo exhibition of paintings by Catherine Ocholla, on show until 29 June at 13:00. Association for Visual Arts, 35 Church Str, CT T.021 424 7436 art@ava.co.za www.ava.co.za The Avital Lang Gallery New at the gallery we start winter off with an amazing photographic exhibition by renowned artist Grada Djeri on show until 7 June. Our next show is by Loyiso Mkize 28 June - 5 July and many more to follow. Two Oceans House, Surrey Place, Mouille Point, CT. (Next to Newport Deli) T. 021 439 2124 avital.artistinc@gmail.com www.avitallang.com Barnard Gallery 24 May – 27 June, “Another Man’s Vine” paintings by Barry Sullivan. 55 Main St, Newlands. T. 021 671 1666 gallery@barnardgallery.com www.barnardgallery.com Blank Projects. 17 May- 9 June, “Mamiya” drawings by Nomthunzi Mashalaba. 113-115 Sir Lowry Rd, Woodstock, CT. C.072 507 5951 info@blankprojects.com www.blankprojects.com Brundyn & Gonsalves 9 May – 20 June, “White Termite” Mixed Media by Liza Grobler. 27 June - 15 August, “Seeingeye” Participating artists: Sanell Aggenbach, Roger Ballen, Zander Blom, Alex Emsley, Matthew Hindley, Andrew Putter, Karin Preller, Matty Roodt and Chad Rossouw. Times: 10-5, Mon--Fri, 10-2 Saturday 71 Loop Str, CT. T. 021 424 5150 info@brundyngonsalves.com www.brundyngonsalves.com Cape Gallery Opening Sunday 3 June @ 4.30 p.m – 14 July, “Turn around Time” The Annual Cape Gallery Winter Solstice Group Exhibition. Participating Artists include: Helen Blackbeard, Paul Birchall, Mel Brigg, Carlos Carvalho, Peter Clarke, Leon de Bliquy, Alice Goldin, Gabriel de Jongh, Loni Drager, David Etherington, Rae Goosen, Margot Hattingh, Piet Kannemeyer, Thami Kitty, Lambert Kriedemann, David Kuijers, Christopher Langley, German Mahlase, Nicolaas Maritz, Shephard Mbanya, Xolile Mtakatya, Lawrence Mukomberanwa, Theo Ntuntwana, Sheila Petousis, Robert Pohl, Nico Prins, Arthur Prodehl, Janice Rabie, Nina Romm, Ada van der Vijver, Jules van der Vijver, Jan Visser, Pieter van der Westhuizen, Aidon Westcott, Judy Woodborne 60 Church Str, CT. T. 021 423 5309 web@capegallery.co.za www.capegallery.co.za Carmel Art Dealers in Fine art, exclusive distributers of Pieter van der Westhuizen etchings.Cape Quarter Square, 27 Somerset Rd, Green Point. T. 021 4213333 carmel@global.co.za www.carmelart.co.za Casa Labia Gallery Casa Labia gallery plays host to world class African art exhibitions, featuring both established and emerging talent. Casa Labia Cultural Centre, 192 Main Rd, Muizenberg. T. 021 788 6068 info@casalabia.co.za www.casalabia.co.za Cedar Tree Gallery Contemporary Fine Art Gallery at Rodwell House. Rodwell Rd, St. James, CT. T. 021 797 9880 cedartreegallery@gmail.com www.cedartreegallery.co.za The Cellar Private Gallery The Cellar Private Gallery of Art deals exclusively in original & investment art, offering works by a variety of renowned & upcoming SA artists. 12 Imhoff Str, Welgemoed, Bellville T. 021 913 4189 info@thecellargallery.co.za www.thecellargallery.co.za
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WESTERN CAPE | GALLERY GUIDE Christie’s International Auctioneers. Juliet Lomberg, Independent Consultant. T. 021 761 2676 jlomberg@iafrica.com www.christies.com Christopher Møller Art The gallery’s main focus is contemporary art, but does specialize in select South African masters. The aim of the gallery is to build up a reputation of offering it’s clients high quality art, and branding it’s artists as sort after names in the global art market. 7 Kloofnek Road, Gardens, C T. T. 021 422 1599 Info@christophermollerart.co.za www.christophermollerart.co.za The City Bowl Gallery Hand thrown decorative and functional wares. Pottery Classes. Ceramic Design. Bespoke Pottery.2 Norwich Ave, Observatory. T. 021 447 4884 C. 083 412 8098 Garth Meyer garthme@iafrica.com Commune.1 Gallery Commune.1 Gallery is dedicated to large format installation and sculpture, providing artists with a devoted arena for their collective ideals. Commune.1 plans to provide an environment of intimate, heightened receptivity, a constantly evolving relationship between art and spectator. 64 Wale Str, CT. T. 021 423 5600 info@commune1.com www.commune1.com Ebony Ebony in Cape Town is a unique gallery that showcases a wide selection of work by classic and contemporary South African artists such as Cecil Skotnes, Gordon Vorster, Charles Gassner, Aidon Westcott, Henk Serfontein and many more. Work shown includes painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography and a small selection of furniture design. 67 Loop Str, Cape Town. T. 021 422 99 85. info@ebonydesign.co.za www.ebonydesign.co.za
71 Victoria Ave, Hout Bay. T. 021 790 3618 F. 021 790 3898 info@houtbaygallery.co.za www.houtbaygallery.co.za Infin Art Gallery A gallery of work by local artists. Wolfe Str, Chelsea Village, Wynberg. T. 021 761 2816 & Buitengracht Str. CT. T. 021 423 2090 gallery@infinart.co.za www.infinart.co.za Irma Stern Museum On show in June, a selection of artworks by Irma Stern in the Upstairs Gallery. Cecil Rd, Rosebank, CT. T. 021 685 5686 irmastern@uct.ac.za www.irmastern.co.za Iziko SA National Gallery 16 March – 8 July, “Iqholo le Afrika (Her African Pride)” A Centenary Celebration of the Life and Work of Barbara Tyrrell. 1 April – 1 July, Irma Stern’s Arab Priest. 26 April to 22 July, Candice Breitz’ “Extra!” 23 May – 16 June, the CPB’s (Community Punching Bags) exhibition. 25 Queen Victoria Str, CT. T. 021 467 4660 info@iziko.org.za www.iziko.org.za Iziko Michaelis Collection Ongoing, Dutch treat: Dutch works from the 17th–20th centuries in Iziko collections. Iziko Michaelis Collection, Old Town House, Greenmarket Square, CT. T. 021 481 3800 hproud@iziko.org.za www.iziko.org.za Iziko Castle of Good Hope From 26 Feb 2012 to 26 Feb 2013, “Fired” an exhibition of South African ceramics.Buitenkant Str, opposite the Grand Parade, CT. T. 21 464 1262 kmooney@iziko.org.za www.iziko.org.za
Erdmann Contemporary & the Photographers Gallery ZA Opening Weds 6 June, “Second Solo” Melanie Cleary’s second solo exhibition of photographs of New Years Day. 63 Shortmarket Street, CT. T. 021 422 2762 galleryinfo@mweb.co.za www.erdmanncontemporary.co.za
Johans Borman Fine Art 2 to 23 June 2012, “My Reality” an exhibition of paintings by Zimbabwean artist Richard Mudariki. This exhibition does not shy away from contemporary issues such as politics, power, human emotion and sexual tension, yet it manages to convey beauty and uniqueness through vivid imagery. 16 Kildare Road, Newlands, CT. T. 021 683 6863. art@johansborman.co.za www.johansborman.co.za
34 Fine Art 2 May – 31 August, “New Arrivals” Group Exhibition. 2nd Floor, The Hills Building, Buchanan Square, 160 Sir Lowry Rd, Woodstock. T.021 461 1863 info@34fineart.com www.34fineart.com
Kalk Bay Modern Opening Weds 30 May @6pm, “Still Life” with Walter Meyer, Gail Catlin, Ben Coutouvidis & Hanneke Benade, on show until 30 June. 1st Floor, Olympia Buildings, 136 Main Rd, Kalk Bay. T.021 788 6571 kbmodern@iafrica.com www.kalkbaymodern.com
Gill Allderman Gallery The Gill Allderman Gallery is dedicated to promoting some of South Africa’s valuable talent. Having moved into cyber space, but based in Kenilworth, Cape Town, the gallery will be specialising in home and corporate visits. C.083 556 2540 gallery@new.co.za www.alldermangallery.co.za
Lindy van Niekerk Art Gallery A large selection of artworks by new and prominent South African artists and SA old Masters. 31 Kommandeur Rd, Welgemoed, Bellville. T. 021 913 7204/5 lindy@artpro.co.za www.artpro.co.za
Goodman Gallery Cape 24 May – 30 June, “Working Title” a group exhibition of young artists working in South Africa: Reshma Chhiba, Gabrielle Goliath, Murray Kruger, Gerald Machona, Kyle Morland, Monique Pelser & Thabiso Sekgala. 3rd Floor, Fairweather House, 176 Sir Lowry Rd, Woodstock. T. 021 462 7573/4 cpt@goodman-gallery.com www.goodman-gallery.com Hout Bay Gallery New artworks by Sarah Danes Jarrett, David Kuijers, Koos De Wet and many more. Open 7 days a week.
The Lovell Gallery 22 May – 16 June: Neill Wright Exhibition. 139 Albert Rd, Woodstock. T. 021 820 5505 info@lovellgallery.co.za www.lovellgallery.co.za Michaelis Galleries Opening, Tuesday, 5 June At 6pm the Masters Graduate Show. The show consists of a selection of work from the final exhibitions of Masters graduates of 2011. This will be the second of what Michaelis is developing into an annual Masters Grad Show event to showcase the next generation of artistic thinkers. The participating graduates include: Sunnette Viljoen, Chad Rossouw, Monique Prinsloo, Lauren Palte, Nina Liebenberg, Katherine
Spindler, Bryony Purvis, Nicola Dean, Renzske Scholtz, Vincent Bezuidenhout, Dominique Edwards and Natasha Norman. Exhibition Walkabout: Friday, 8 June at 11am. Exhibition Closes Monday 22 June 2012.University of Cape Town, 31 – 37 Orange Street, Cape Town. T. 021 480 7170 cara.vanderwesthuizen@uct.ac.za www.michaelis.uct.ac.za Red! The Gallery RED! The Gallery is a dynamic art gallery featuring work from South Africa’s best contemporary and emerging artists , including works by Andrew Cooper, David Kuijers, Wakaba Mutheki and Donna McKellar to name a few. Saturday 2 June, Art Auction! See website for more details or their facebook page. Steenberg Village shopping centre ,Reddam Avenue, Tokai. T. 021 7010886 red@redthegallery.co.za www.redthegallery.co.za Rose Korber Art Extended until 30th June: “Some Special Works from Private Collections” an exhibition featuring a range of paintings and original prints by celebrated and lesser known, contemporary South African artists – all to be sold at specially reduced prices until the end of June 2012. Painters include names such as Jan Vermeirin, Louis Jansen van Vuuren, Lukas van Vuuren, Xolile Mtakatya and David Hlongwane; while fine, original, limited edition prints by Colbert Mashile, Kim Berman, Mandla Vanyaza, Tyrone Appollis, Patrick Holo, Robert Siwangaza and Godfrey Ndaba add a dynamic sparkle to the show. Hours: Monday-Friday: 9 am – 5 pm. Weekends and public holidays by appointment. 48 Sedgemoor Rd, Camps Bay, CT. T. 021 438 9152 C.082 781 6144 roskorb@icon.co.za www.rosekorberart.com Rudd’s Auctioneers Antique, Fine and Decorative Art. 87 Bree Street, CT. T.021 426 0384 info@rudds.co.za www.rudds.co.za Rust-en-Vrede Gallery 5 June – 28 June, In Salon A & B: Theo Paul Vorster: Arranged co-incidence. A collection of original hand coloured lino cuts and prints. Dianne Heesom-Green: Exodus: Garden of Eden. Ceramic sculptural pieces. In Salon C: Andrew Munnik: Like Games People Play. A collection of ballpoint pen drawings. In the Office Showcase: Ceramics by Christo Giles 10 Wellington Rd, Durbanville. T.021 976 4691 rustenvrede@telkomsa.net www.rust-en-vrede.com Salon 91 Wed 30 May – 23 June, “Into the Night” Niklas Zimmer- Solo photographic show. Curated by Jacqueline Nurse. Wed 27 June – 28 July, “Impression: Sunset- A new collection of contemporary painters” A Group exhibition of painters, which explores different styles and techniques of painting, as well as the boundaries of the medium itself, with landscape, space, and form as its focus. Featured artists include: Grace Cross, Alexa Karakashian, Hugh Byrne, Lorraine Loots, Mia Chaplin, Swain Hoogervorst, Chris Auret, Galia Gluckman, Lara Feldman, Christiaan Conradie & Mariette Bergh. 91 Kloof Str, Gardens, CT. T 021 424 6930 info@salon91art.co.za www.salon91.co.za South African Print Gallery A wide selection of fine art prints by South African masters and contemporary printmakers. 26 May-28 June, New Work from the Artist Proof Studio 109 Sir Lowry Rd, Woodstock, CT. T. 021 462 6851 info@printgallery.co.za www.printgallery.co.za
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WESTERN CAPE | GALLERY GUIDE Sanlam Art Gallery 17 April – 8 June, “Index 40” leading works from the Sanlam Art Collection. 24 July – 28 Sept, Gerard De Leeuw Centenary Exhibition of bronze sculptures. Sanlam, 2 Strand Rd, Bellville. T. 021 947 3359 sanlamart@sanlam.co.za www.sanlam.co.za SMAC Art Gallery, CT 28 June 2012 – 11 August, “Youth Day” by Anton Karstel. Gallery Hours: Mon – Fri: 9am – 5 pm, Sat: 9 am – 3 pm. In-Fin-Art Building, Buitengracht Str, CT. T. 021 422 5100 info@smacgallery.com www.smacgallery.com StateoftheArt.co.za Online Art Gallery A curated online art gallery bringing you original and affordable artwork created by selected Fine Arts students and graduates emerging from South Africa’s most prestigious art schools. With an extensive selection of styles and genres to reflect your taste, budget and requirements, and a range of services to support your choices, buying art couldn’t be any simpler. T. 0724709272 info@StateoftheArt.co.za www.StateoftheArt.co.za
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Hyatt Regency Oubaai “Transitions” a collection of new sculptures by Anton Smit. 406 Herolds Bay Rd,George. T. 044 851 1234 Milissa.els@hyatt.com www.oubaai.regency.hyatt.com
Bay Gallery Bay Gallery supports excellent, local artists, many of whom are members of S.A.S.A. All mediums exhibited. Marra Square, Bree St., Langebaan. Contact: Daphne 073 304 8744 baygallery@xsinet.co.za www.baygallery.co.za
Strydom Gallery 2 May – 4 June, a selection of South African Art. 5 June – 6 July, South Cape Exhibition. 79 Market Str, George. T. 044 874 4027 info@artaffair.co.za www.artaffair.co.za
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Abalone Gallery During June in the Main Gallery: Group exhibition featuring works by well-known and upcoming artists including Titia Ballot, Lien Botha, Christo Coetzee, John Clarke, Jackson Hlungwani, Elzaby Laubscher, El Loko, Amos Letsoalo, Colbert Mashile, Judith Mason, Lynette ten Krooden, Anna Vorster and Yang Zulu. During June in the Annex: Louis van Heerden’s recent works on canvas and on paper. 2 Harbour Rd, The Courtyard, Hermanus. T. 028 313 2935 info@abalonegallery.co.za www.abalonegallery.co.za
Stevenson Cape Town 24 May – 7 July, “The Other Half: Past and Future Now” a solo exhibition by Michael MacGarry, a coherent body of work comprising new sculpture, installation, photography and video. Ground Floor, Buchanan Building, 160 Sir Lowry Rd, Woodstock, CT. T. 021 462 1500 cpt@stevenson.info www.stevenson.info
Art Amble Hermanus Village Ten diverse and unique Galleries all within walking distance in the heart of Hermanus Village. Four resident artists’ studios to visit. Collect your Art Amble Guide at any one of the Galleries in Main Road or at the Hermanus Tourism Office. Contact Terry Kobus on 083 259 8869 or email originals@hermanus.co.za for more information.
Strauss & Co. Fine Art Auctioneers & Consultants. The Oval, 1st Floor Colinton House, 1 Oakdale Rd, Newlands. T. 021 683 6560 ct@straussart.co.za www.straussart.co.za
Originals Gallery The art studio and gallery of Terry Kobus. See the artist at work in his studio and view his latest paintings in an intimate gallery space. Shop 22 Royal Centre, 141 Main Rd, Hermanus. T. 083 259 8869 originals@hermanus.co.za www.OriginalsHermanus.blogspot.com
What if the World Gallery Opening Thurs 7 June @ 18h00 “Satellite Telescope” a Solo Exhibition by Lyndi Sales. Exhibition Closes 14 July 2012 208 Albert Rd, Woodstock, CT. T. 021 448 1438 info@whatiftheworld.com www.whatiftheworld.com
Franschhoek Ebony Conclusion of Literary Festival exhibition as well as new acquisitions by Diederick During, Stanley Pinker, Matthew Whippman, Henk Serfontein, Leon de Bliquy and many more. 11 Huguenot Street, Franschhoek. T. 021 876 4477 info@ebonydesign.co.za www.ebonydesign.co.za The Gallery at Grande Provence 6 May until end July, “Altered Pieces” a group exhibition of contemporary altarpieces. This exhibition was arranged by Gordon Froud and include work by: Angie Banks, Annemarie Tully, Carl Jeppe, Sarel Petrus, Anni Snyman, Chris Diedericks, Diane Victor, Markus Steinmann, Audrey Anderson, Ruhan Janse Van Vuuren, Carol Nathan Levine, Kai Losgott, Carina du Randt, Jan Van der Merwe, Lourens Joubert, Sybrand Wiechers, Sandra Hanekom, Ronel de Jager, Tony Scullion, Ricky Burnett, Retha Buitendach, Paul Boulitreau, Ian Marley, Helena Hugo, Gordon Froud, Frikkie Eksteen and Diek Grobler, among others. The exhibition, “Transformed” by renowned sculptor, Anton Smit, will be presented in The Sculpture Garden and The Gallery. The Project Room and Cathedral will feature an exhibition entitled “The Painted Word.” This extensive group show will include artworks by prominent South African contemporary artists. Botanical artworks by Barbara Pretorius and a photographic exhibition of indigenous succulents by Riaan Chambers will be on shown in The Shop. Main Rd, Franschhoek. T. 021 876 8630. gallery@grandeprovence.co.za www.grandeprovence.co.za Holden Manz Collection New Karin Miller collages, Marie Stander charcoals and a set of 43 amazing Cecil Skotnes woodcuts are on show at the moment 30 Huguenot Str, Franschhoek T. 021 876 44 02 info@holdenmanz.com www.holdenmanz.com Is Art 22 April – 11 June, The Franschhoek Literary Festival Group Exhibition 2012. 16 Huguenot Str, Franschhoek. T. 021 876 8443 isart@lqf.co.za www.is-art.co.za
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Shelley Adams Studio & Gallery A permanent exhibition of artworks by Shelley Adams in her personal studio space. She also offers ongoing art courses, crit classes and workshops. 19A Royal Centre, Main Rd, Hermanus. C. 072 677 6277 www.shelley-adams.com Walker Bay Art Gallery View the wide selection of paintings, sculpture & ceramics by established as well as up and coming South African artists. 171 Main Rd, Hermanus. contact: Francois Grobbelaar 028 312 2928 francois@walkerbayartgallery.co.za www.walkerbayartgallery.co.za
Klein Karoo Sheena Ridley Open Studio and Sculpture Garden Sculptures and Paintings N9 Langkloof near Uniondale, Klein Karoo T. 083 5892881 sheena@ridley.co.za www.ridley.co.za
Knysna Dale Elliott Art Galleries Leaders of the painting course concept in South Africa! 2 Galleries: Woodmill Lane Shopping Centre & The Knysna Mall T. 044 382 5646 dale@daleelliott.co.za www.daleelliott.co.za www.elliottartonline.wordpress.com A Different Drummer Featuring functional artwork by Trevor & Lynn Opperman as well as an on-going exhibition of traditional African Artefacts, photographs, ceramics, sculpture, paintings and objects de vertu. Thesen House, 6 Long Street, Knysna. T. 044 382 5107 C.082 552 7262 gallery@finearts.co.za Knysna Fine Art Currently on show are the recent works by Leon Vermeulen, Phillemon Hlungwani, Candace Charlton, Chonat Getz & Peter van Straten. Thesen House, 6 Long Str, Knysna. T. 044 382 5107 C. 082 5527 262 gallery@finearts.co.za www.finearts.co.za Sally Bekker Art Studio Ongoing exhibition of recent watercolour and oil paintings. Upstairs in the Knysna Mall. C.082 342 3943 sally_bekker@hotmail.com
Oudtshoorn ArtKaroo Gallery On show during June, “Child of Africa” celebrates an inclusive portrayal of the African soul. A great selection of portraits, photography, landscapes and sculptures embodying a vision of Africa. 107 Baron van Reede, Oudtshoorn. T.044 279 1093 janet@artkaroo.co.za www.artkaroo.co.za
Paarl Hout Street Gallery The Hout Street Gallery specialises in South African paintings and fine art and offers an extensive range of ceramics, sculpture, creative jewellery, glass, crafts and functional art. 270 Main Str, Paarl. T. 021 872 5030 zetler@icon.co.za www.houtstreetgallery.co.za
Piketberg AntheA Delmotte Gallery 15 April – 20 July, “Images from the Platteland” a group show with John Kramer, Clare Menck, Merle de Jager, AntheA Delmotte, Annelie Venter The Old Bioscope, 47 Voortrekkerstr. C. 0732817273 anthea@adgallery.co.za
Prince Albert Prince Albert Gallery Established in 2003, the Prince Albert Gallery always has an eclectic mix of art on display. From George Coutouvidis’s quirky post-modern cartoonism to Guy du Toit’s striking bronzes 57 Church Str, Prince Albert. T. 023 541 1057 C. 082 749 2128 (Brent) karoogallery@intekom.co.za www.princealbertgallery.co.za
Stellenbosch IS Sculpture 8 March – July 2012, an exhibition of sculpture by Ian Redelinghuys and curated by Ilse Schermers Griesel of IS Art will be on show at the Tokara Delicatessen, Helshoogte Road, Banhoek, Stellenbosch. T. 021 876 8443 isart@lqf.co.za www.is-art.co.za Rupert Museum Until 1 Sept 2012, an extensive selection of works by Willem Strydom consisting of sculptures and unique drawings. Stellentia Avenue, Stellenbosch T. 021 888 3344 saw@remgro.com www.rupertmuseum.org SMAC Art Gallery 14 June – 2 September, “Works on Paper” by Richard Long. Organised in collaboration with Haunch of Venison, London. 14 June 2012 – 2 September, “Text Works” by Willem Boshoff. Gallery Hours: Mon – Fri: 9am – 5 pm, Saturdays: 9 am – 3:30 pm. 1st Floor, De Wet Centre, Church Str, Stellenbosch. T. 021 887 3607 info@smacgallery.com www.smacgallery.com Stellenbosch Art Gallery An extensive selection of paintings, sculpture, handmade glass & ceramics by selected Western Cape artists are on offer to the discerning buyer. 34 Ryneveld Str, Stellenbosch. T. 021 887 8343 mjg@kingsley.co.za www.stellenboschartgallery.co.za US Art Gallery (University of Stellenbosch) 23 May – 23 June, “Spectacular” an exhibition by Lauren Kalman includes wearable sculpture, electronic adornments, photographs, video, and performance. Cnr of Dorp and Bird Str, Stellenbosch. T. 021 808 3524/3489 corliah@sun.ac.za
Somerset West Liebrecht Art Gallery 16 May – 8 June, “Klankbeeld /Sound Image” an exhibition of 12 works each by Clare Menck and Anthea Delmotte. 34 Oudehuis Str, Somerset West. T. 021 852 8030 C. 082 682 5710 vineyardartists@gmail.com www.liebrechtgallery.com
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Villiersdorp Dale Elliott Art Gallery Leaders of the painting course concept in South Africa! 80 Main Rd, Villiersdorp. T. 028 840 2927 dale@daleelliott.co.za www.daleelliott.co.za www.elliottartonline.wordpress.com
Wilderness Beatrix Bosch Studio Unique works in leather as well as paintings & photography can be viewed at her studio. 57 Die Duin, Wilderness. T. 044 877 0585 www.beatrixbosch.co.za Pharoah Art Gallery The gallery features an exquisite collection of Peter Pharoah’s fine art originals & prints including rich colourful portraits, unforgettable African wildlife and bold textured abstracts that are inspired by his travels around Africa. Wilderness Centre, George Road, Wilderness T. 044 877 0265 C. 076 976 2629 gallery@peterpharoah.com www.peterpharoah.com
Kwazulu- Natal Durban The African Art Centre 16 May – 9 June, “Virgins and Graces” a solo exhibition of new works on paper by Sfiso Ka-Mkame. Opening Weds 13 June, “Tales from the Past and the Present” a Solo Exhibition by Sibusiso Duma. Closes 5 July 2012. 94 Florida Rd, Durban. T. 031 312 3804/5 africanartcentre@afri-art.co.za www.afriart.org.za ArtSPACE Durban 28 May – 16 June, “A Journey into Ink” acrylic and ink on canvas by Bradley Schwartz 3 Millar Rd, Stamford Hill, Durban. T.031 312 0793 info@artspace-durban.com www.artspace-durban.com Christie’s International Auctioneers. Gillian Scott Berning, Independent Consultant. T 031 207 8247 Gillian.gsb@mweb.co.za www.christies.com Elizabeth Gordon Gallery A gallery situated in vibrant Florida Road, offering a variety of SA art. Stockists of Dave Tomlinson bronzes.120 Florida Road, Durban T. 031 303 8133 joy@elizabethgordon.co.za www.elizabethgordon.co.za KZNSA Gallery
19 June to 8 July, ‘Fine Lines’, a solo exhibition by Louise Hall. Through a series of figurative images reflecting change, transition and impermanence, the exhibition explores the medium of drawing and its relationship to painting. 166 Bulwer Rd, Glenwood. T. 031 277 1705 gallery@kznsagallery.co.za www.kznsagallery.co.za Tamasa Gallery 12 - 22 June, “A Trip to India” by Pippa Lea Pennington. The exhibition is a travel journal of the artist’s recent trip to India featuring a variety of works in different sizes, mediums and compositions. The works show an attempt to capture the incredible onslaught of visual information, and to give the viewer a sense of the richness of the buildings and the colour and patterns that adorn everything. 36 Overport Drive, Berea, Durban. T. 031 207 1223
Pietermaritzburg Tatham Art Gallery Currently on show until 17 June in the Schreiner Gallery, “Celebrating Creativity” - Spotlight On Russell High School visual art department. Opening 7 June @ 10h00, “Issues of Culture, Identity and Religion” Opening 21 June @ 18h00 Bheki Khambule: Solo Exhibition. 27 June @14h30 – 15h30 Walkabout by Bheki Khambule of his exhibition. On show until 2013, in the First Floor Galleries, South African Landscapes: “Storm in the Wheatfields” - History of the Tatham Art Gallery 1903 to 1974. Cnr of Chief Albert Luthuli (Commercial) Rd & Church Str. (Opposite City Hall) Pietermaritzburg. T. 033 392 2801 Thulani.Makhaye@msunduzi.gov.za www.tatham.org.za
Eastern Cape Alexandria Quin Gallery & Sculpture Garden Enjoy refreshments under the jacaranda tree while enjoying the sculptures of international sculptor Maureen Quin. 5 Suid Str, Alexandria, Eastern Cape, following the signs from the main street. T. 046 6530121 C. 082 7708000 quin@intekom.co.za www.quin-art.co.za
East London Ann Bryant Gallery 15 May – 15 June, in the Main Gallery “Cedric Nunn Solo Exhibition” of photography. 26 May – 16 June, “Anything but Painting” East London Fine Art Society Exhibition. 9 St. Marks Rd, Southernwood, East London. T. 043 722 4044 annbryant@intekom.co.za www.annbryant.co.za Floradale Fine Art Gallery A newly opened gallery at the Floradale complex showcasing a
wide variety of works by local artists including paintings, ceramics, sculpture, mixed-media, photography as well as jewellery & decorative arts. Floradale Centre, Old Gonubie Rd, Beacon Bay. T. 043 740 2031 C. 078 294 7252 rwarren@wol.co.za Malcolm Dewey Fine Art Ongoing exhibition of oil paintings by Malcolm Dewey plus works by a selection of local artists. 60 Darlington Rd, Berea, East London. T. 043 7260421 art@dewey.co.za www.originalart.co.za Vincent Art Gallery The gallery houses an exceptional collection of fine arts, sculptures, blown glass, ceramics, exclusive jewellery and decor items. 2 Donald Rd, Vincent, East London. T. 043 726 4356 vinceart@lantic.net www.vincentartgallery.co.za
Port Elizabeth ArtEC Until 9 June, “Siyadala” an exhibition of artworks created by students in Grade 4-10 from Joe Slovo. 36 Bird Str, P.E. T. 041 585 3641 gallery@artecpe.co.za www.artecpe.co.za The Athenaeum 5 – 14 June, the Antonio Leeuwskieter solo exhibition. 25 June – 13 July, two shows running simultaneously, “Home” (Curated by Uthando Baduza) and “Comix” 7 Belmont Terrace, Central, Port Elizabeth. T. 041 501 8300 athenaeump@gmail.com Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum 12 May – 24 June, “Size Matters”Does size really matter? Find out which side of the scale tickles your fancy as we take a look at a variety of artworks from overwhelmingly large to breathtakingly small.17 May – 6 June, International Museum’s Day Exhibition: “Museums in a Changing World. New Challenges, New Inspirations” is the theme for the 35th International Museum Day on 18 May 2012. Come see how museums in Nelson Mandela Bay have kept up with the speed of the world as we compare the old and the new. 20 June – 15 July, “In Praise of Vessels” and “Treasures” These two group exhibitions, organized respectively by the Friends of the Art Museum and Ceramics SA Eastern Cape, will form part of the Nelson Mandela Bay Fine Art Fringe on the 2012 National Arts Festival. The exhibition challenges artists in the Eastern Cape to produce top craft. 1 Park Drive, Port Elizabeth. T. 041 5062000 artmuseum@mandelametro.gov.za www.artmuseum.co.za Ron Belling Art Gallery Closing on the 21st of June: Leon de Bliquy “Bells and Pomegranates” recent works from the comeback man. Opening on the 28th of June: Duncan Stewart “Sacred Steps” please see full page advert on page 3 of this edition of the Art Times. 30 Park Drive, P.E. T. 041 586 3973 ronbelling@mweb.co.za www.ronbelling.co.za
New Handbook serves migrant and SA start-up artists The African Arts Institute launched The Migrant Artist’s Handbook: A guide to living and working in Cape Town & Johannesburg in Cape Town last month. The handbook is now available as a free download from www.afai.org.za
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“As Arts, Culture and Heritage in the City of Johannesburg, we are approached on a daily basis by migrant artists who are trying to find their way in the city in order to establish themselves as artists”, commented Alba Letts, Acting Director: Arts, Culture and Heritage at the City of Joburg, where a Migrant Help Desk has been active since 2007. Resources, references and tools
It includes two sections, the first covering five disciplines, Music, Film, Performing Arts, Visual Arts and Literature. Each discipline is introduced by an overview of the South African context, followed by personalized “how to” contributions from specialists in the respective fields. The second section of the book is resource focused, covering Communications, from how to use the internet as marketing tool, to where to access English language courses; Business, from opening a bank account to processing orders, deliveries and payments; and including substantial chapters on Personal Documentation and Legal assistance.
The handbook undertakes to provide both Migrant and South African start-up artists with resources, references and tools to approach various arts disciplines with self-fulfilling and self-sustaining imperatives.
The Institute invites and welcomes all suggestions, comments, corrections and additions to be sent to intern@afai.org.za by 15 June 2012, in preparation for a first revision of the e-handbook by 30 June 2012. 33
ARTLife | GALLERY BUZZ FROM AROUND SOUTH AFRICA The Opening of Coming of Age Show by the Artist Proof Studio, Johannesburg Art Gallery
The Grand Opening of The Wits Art Museum, Braamfontein, Johannesburg
Jenny Andrew, Jacque Michau and Julia Twigg | Grahame Lindop and Nadine Gorimer | William Kentridge | Guests enjoy the evening (Catering by the forum| private label) Rendezvous Focus Walkabout At The Oliewenhuis Art Museum, Bloemfontein
Dot Vermeulen going through the paces, a great mix of art lovers, Annali Dempsey, Marjorie Human next to her painting, Pauline Gutter Liza Grobler’s exhibition White Termite at the Brundyn + Gonsalves Gallery, Cape Town. www.brundyngonsalves.com until 20 June
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