Art CV
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1982 • Born in Cape Town, South Africa where he currently lives and works.
Studies
2001-2003 • ND Graphic Design @ CPUT
2004-2006 • Multimedia Design & Production @ City Varsity
Solo Exhibitions
2016 • Jun “100Nights of Sketch” @Knext Art, Harrington Str.
Group Exhibitions
2024 • Current - Art@Africa V&A, since Aug 2023
• Jun - Art Auction - Mount Nelson Hotel
2023 • Nov - Art Auction @ Everard Read Gallery V&A
2022 • Jun-Dec - “From the Ground Up” Exhibition @ Truth Coffee Buitenkant Str.
2021 • Nov - “Live Art” - Canal Walk Main Stage, Century City, Cape Town
2018 • Jul - “Art Collective“ Group Exhibition - Raddison Red Hotel, V&A
2017 • Nov - “Contemporary Collection No.4” - Calais Wine Estate
• Nov - “Hello November” - Art@Africa
• Oct - “It is not all Black and White” - Art@Africa, V&A Waterfront
• Sep - “Enchanted Forest” - Durbanville Hills
• Sep - “J.v.Riebeeck Alumni Exhibit (class of 1930 - 2017)” - Welgemeend, Cape Town
• Aug - “No.14” First Thursday, Cape Town - EOS Gallery, Cape Town
• Jan - “Erotickles IV” - Knext Art, Cape Town
2016 • Oct - “Constantia Charity Art Auction”
• Jun - “Feastival” - via Knext Art, Cape Town
2015 • Jun - Radisson Red - #Redexperiment - Top 5 Finalist
• Jun - Red Experiment Exhibition @ Young Blood Gallery, Cape Town
• Sep - "Art Mode" - Cape Town Club
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100 Nights of Sketch Art Exhibition - 100 Sketches in 100 Consecutive Nights
COmpetitions & achievements
• Sep 2023 - Completed art challenege of 999 Artworks in 333 consecutive days.
• Oct 2016 - Completed art challenge of 100 artworks in 100 consecutive days.
• Jun 2015 - Radisson Red - #Redexperiment - Top 5 Finalist
• Sep 2015 - Nelson Mandela sketch for Mrs.Thuli Madonsela*
*(former S.A Public protector & helped draft the final constitution
of South Africa promulgated by then President Nelson Mandela)
Artist Statement
I am an independent artist based in Cape Town, South Africa. My work explores identity, memory, and the interplay between personal and collective histories. Influenced by the rich cultural tapestry and social dynamics of my homeland, I draw on my experiences and the stories of those around me to capture this diverse landscape.
I express myself with mixed media, blending expressive lines with urban flair, and pushing boundaries by using materials like wood panels, heat-pressed plastic, and tarmac from Cape Town streets. These materials reflect the gritty reality of urban life and infuse my work with dynamic energy.
The drawn line is central to my practice, telling stories and evoking a range of emotions. The process of mark-making, the feel of fibers, and the texture of mediums are integral to my creativity. Each piece is a narrative in a larger conversation about who we are and where we come from.
My artistic journey is a continuous evolution, reflecting my dialogue with my environment and heritage. I aim to create an emotional connection with my audience, inviting them to reflect on their own stories. As I look to the future, I am excited to further explore these themes and push the boundaries of my creative practice, continually seeking to capture the essence of life through my work.