Art and Events

Walk the walk with First Fridays

Fikiswa Gxamesi with artist Lize van der Walt, Mayor Dudley Coetzee, artist Christine Henderson, Deputy Mayor Elnora Gillion and, in front, Leeroy Matala and Leendo Cwele, at The Art Gallery.

PHOTO: Hedda Mittner

Among those who experienced the Artwalk for the first time last week was a delegation that included Overstrand Mayor Dudley Coetzee, Deputy Mayor Elnora Gillion and Ward 3 Councillor Kari Brice. They were accompanied by Cape Whale Coast Tourism Manager, Frieda Lloyd, who told the group a little more about the origins of the Artwalk.

Hermanus First Fridays is an event that follows in the footsteps of the global phenomenon of First Thursdays, originated by a gallery in London’s East End. The concept behind it was to make art galleries and museums more accessible to the public, adding much-needed life to city areas where people are not inclined to walk around after dark.

Frieda also invited William Ntebe and Fikiswa Gxamesi of the Zwelihle Youth Cafe on the Artwalk so that they could gather some insights that may be useful in the planning of their upcoming initiative – Third Thursdays. This event, to be hosted at the RDP Centre in Zwelihle, will kick off on 18 October and everyone, young and old, is invited to join in the fun.

Tourism Manager of the Cape Whale Coast, Frieda Lloyd, with Cllr Kari Brice, William Ntebe of the Zwelihle Youth Café, Adinda Jantjies (CWC Tourism), artist Leon Müller, and Deputy Mayor of the Overstrand, Elnora Gillion at Leon’s Art Thirst gallery in High Street.

PHOTO: Hedda Mittner

For more information on Third Thursdays, William can be contacted on 076 969 5830. The first Third Thursdays will be on 18 October and the next First Fridays Artwalk will take place on 2 November.

MATRIC ART STUDENTS IMPRESS

A high level of talent was on display at the Grade 12 final exam exhibition for Visual Art and Design at Hermanus High School on Friday evening. The students, from Northcliff House College and Hermanus High, each had a dedicated space in the school hall to exhibit their artworks for viewing by members of the public. The versatile exhibition included not only paintings and drawings, but also photographs, models, fashion and jewellery. Art teachers Jeandré Marinier and Vivienne Mitchley said they were very impressed with the body of work produced by their students this year. Jeandré and Vivienne teach the Hermanus High students after school hours as art and design are not offered as school subjects for grade 10 - 12 students. Jeandré was excited to announce that this would be changing as Visual Art will soon be reintroduced at Hermanus High.

Jeandré Marinier with Hermanus High Visual Art student Charissa Cloete next to her display of drawings, paintings and photography.

Northcliff House College Design student Anelisa Tshazibana with her jewellery and clothing designs and prototypes.

PHOTOS: Taylum Meyer

Good Guide

Saturday 13 October

■ Hermanus parkrun: Meet for the weekly 5 km walk or run, come rain or shine. The route is dog friendly and children are most welcome. Set off from the Overstrand Training Institute (OTI) farm on Camphill Road in Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, at 08:00.

■ Hermanus Country Market: A favourite among the locals. Young, old, two-legged and four-legged family members are all welcome. You’ll find wholesome goodies, home-made crafts, local produce, beers and wine, speciality foods, coffee and live music. Next to the cricket field, Fairways Avenue, from 09:00 – 13:00.

■ Hermanuspietersfontein Food & Wine Market: Where local and international foodies and wine lovers meet. You’ll find real plates and real cutlery; real cups and real glasses; a real hangout for real people. In the courtyard of Hermanuspietersfontein wine cellar at The Village, from 09:00 – 13:00.

■ Market in the Garden: Hunt for treasures at this peaceful market set among the shady trees of a beautiful garden. At St Peter’s Church in Main Road, Hermanus, from 09:00 – 13:00.

■ Fioré Country Market: Browse this new country market in Bot River for homemade crafts, books, local treats, fresh fruit and more. Stands are free and in the event of rain the market moves indoors. For enquiries, contact Debbie Randall on 028 284 9220. At Fioré Garden Centre & Coffee Shop, Bot River, from 09:00 – 14:00.

■ Botrivier Hotel Market: For hand-made crafts and tasty treats, come and browse the new weekly market in the hotel garden. New vendors are welcome; contact Erna at ernastark@outlook.com or 028 315 2582 or WhatsApp 076 708 0818 to book your stall. At the Botrivier Hotel, every Saturday, from 10:00 – 14:00.

Sunday 14 October

■ L2L Second Practice Walk: Friends and family of the L2L ladies are invited to join them for free on the second practice walk. Bring along your day backpack with your own water (at least 2 litres), snacks/lunch, hat, sunblock, rain gear, money for coffee at the start and perhaps at the end (no shops on the way). The ± 20 km walk will follow the Kleinmond Harbour coastal path via Long Beach to the Bot River Lagoon, where you will break for lunch, and then back to Kleinmond Harbour. Find more details at www.lighthouse2 lighthouse.co.za. Meet at Kleinmond Harbour car park, time to be confirmed (tide dependent).

■ OAK concert: Overstrand Arts/Kunste will host a recital by eminent South African cellist, Peter Martens from Stellenbosch, accompanied by American virtuoso pianist, Bryan Wallick who now resides in Pretoria. On the programme are Bach Cello Suite No. 3; Beethoven Cello Sonata No. 3 in A major Op. 69; and Rachmaninoff Cello Sonata in G minor Op. 19. Tickets are R150 for adults and R60 for students, available from the Hermanus Tourism office (028 312 2629). For enquiries, contact Secretary Rene du Plooy on 082 940 4238. In the Municipal Auditorium, at 15:30.

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