Percy Pilane

Percy Pilane, an Artist, a trained Graphic Designer and a graduate in Biomedical Technology. I am a self taught artist. Art has been part of me since the age of seven. I use mostly acrylics (70% of my work) and as a graphic designer I am also equally interested in mixed media and various printing media. My paintings show my complex personality and things that are dear to me, celebration of the beauty and colour in life. My work reflects cultural issues, various political and environmental issues and general social issues that affect our lives. I love to paint African people with their vibrant clothes. I am influenced by my African culture and tradition and what I see around – decorative patterns, the contrast of light and shadow. I try to express what I feel at the time hence my paintings will therefore vary in themes. I do believe that art does not have to be just realistically beautiful or emotional but can be funny as well. I believe art is not just a thing, it is a way.