These figures are modeled with mud and seaweed, with the algae drying within the elements. The colors, textures, and “skin” of the creatures change over time, along with the organic landscape they inhabit in the Séné Marsh Nature Reserve in … Continued
Aurora Robson is a multi-media artist known predominantly for her meditative work intercepting the plastic waste stream. Her practice is about shifting negative trajectories. Her work formally references recurring nightmares that she had as a child which she hybridizes with … Continued
I attended the recent Pen & Stone workshop by Heleen de Haas, at Aswater / Die Letterhuis, situated between Klaarstroom and Prince Albert in the Karoo. And what an experience it was! Not only did I learn, play and rediscover … Continued
I add the denim skull too, as it might be my favourite one, but I particularly wanted to share the plastic bottle skulls with you… Follow him on Facebook >> View more of his skulls >> Also checkout frankoleonrey.blogspot.com >>
“Pollinators are keystone species that entire ecosystems depend on. They provide the fruits and seeds that nourish about 25 percent of all birds and mammals. Colony collapse disorder has been a growing concern as without bees and other pollinators, the … Continued
I’m sure you must’ve seen these awesome sculptures by Veronika Richterová already? “When I found out by chance, that plastic bottles could be deformed by heat I decided to create a sculpture from this material. Immediately, I had the idea … Continued
Heath Nash is well-known for his work created from plastic. A simple and quick Ecosia search turns up this incredible page of images: He’s also been involved by an incredible project that spans and connects the distances between Zambia and … Continued
Magda van der Vloed is an artists who shows that art is about creativity, social connection and passion without limiting yourself. These three things are closely connected and is shown throughout her artwork and actions. Summarizing Magda van … Continued
The Rhino, made out of the branches of a fallen tree, was constructed as a rubbish bin. This gesture is a comment on how we treat animals as consumer (throw away) products, in many cases resulting in extinction. Scientists have … Continued
When looking at César Manrique’s life, it clear to see his love of art in more than one form. César Manrique (April 1919 – September 1992) lived a full life, attempting and succeeding at many large projects that still affect people today. … Continued
Samantha stands at 3.2m high, constructed from wood in the form of parquet tiles, found shelves and desks which I’ve has salvaged from regenerated buildings and from friends and connections. Inspired by 2016 project, Watermense/Water People, which explored the use of natural resources, … Continued
This is a work that I’ve seen several times over the past few years, and it has left an impression me. Mostly becuase the artwork keeps changing – making it a very conceptually ‘mature’ and interesting artwork! Little By Little … Continued
Web Jacket Maurice Mbikayi COMPUTER PARTS, CLOTHES AND BELTS 215 X 55 X 65 CM 2015 “I focus on various ways in which the technological advancement of the last twenty years has both positively and negatively affected the world. Its … Continued
Mobility Emma Willemse Installation view at Hoofstraat Conceptual, Riebeek Kasteel. Eucalyptus bark, wooden shelf, mutton cloth Part of the Eucalyptus dislocation series of Site specific installations in an ongoing investigation of the meanings generated by the Eucalyptus tree in South … Continued
I have always been awed and inspired by Simon Max Bannister’s work. So this week I just HAD to choose one of his works as ‘Artwork of the Week’. SONGBIRD Simon Max Bannister Bronze Single Edition 200 x 250 x … Continued
Lili Pobornikova shows us what we can do with what nature gives us. If you watch survival programs, you would most probably have heard this before, “Work with what you have available to you”. To say the truth, you probably … Continued
broke-whole the labor-oratory of Dr. Kali This interdisciplinary art exhibition is on show until 15 August 2017 at The Gallery at Grande Provence, Main Road, Franschhoek Broke-Whole opens an aperture on the mysteries of life through the lens of death. Kali … Continued
Inopportune: Stage Two (detail) Cai Guo-Qiang, 2004, nine life-sized tiger replicas, arrows, and mountain stage prop. Tigers: papier-mâché, plaster,fiberglass, resin, and painted hide; arrows: brass, threaded bamboo shaft, and feathers; and stage prop: Styrofoam, wood, canvas, and acrylic paint, dimensions … Continued
Broeigrond: Fertile Ground for Golden Regrets, a multidisciplinary solo exhibition by Ronél de Jager – and inspired by the Karoo landscape, geology, infrared photographic process and cosmology – received the KANNA award for Best Visual Art Exhibition at the 2017 … Continued
“My work is related to identity and history, and seeks to interrogate people’s origins and boundaries – how these can be renegotiated and recontextualised in different socio-political environments. I also investigate the impacts of contemporary technology on humanity, especially … Continued
Katharina Forster brings a new meaning to “another man’s trash is another man’s treasure”. Her artwork offers us insight into complicated matters, from personal emotions we as humans often deal with to mindfulness of nature, by using discarded items. Persistence … Continued
PANTHERA PARDUS Roberto Vaccaro Mixed media metals 2016 I’ve been lucky to meet an incredibly talented young sculptor who’s based in George. Roberto Vaccaro works with scrap metal to create majestic and anatomically correct sculptures of animals and human figures. … Continued
Sacred Lunar Goliath beetle (Scarabaeus gigantea) Retha Buitendach Body: Moreton bay chestnut pods, Shell of Chiton sp. Head: Acacia erioloba thorn, Cycad seed, crayfish feelers, acorn seed, Quercus sp. Legs: Rose twigs, Cycad leaves, Floss silk tree pod, Acacia thorns … Continued
Yong Ho Ji’s tire sculptures can both sadden and disturb. Yet he works with certain methods, methods we can all learn something from. His work is inspiring, not only for its skill required, but also for the constant betterment he … Continued
Marking Time Matthew Harding 2008 Dimensions variable Natural Granite Tors with engraved tally representing 40 millennia of Aboriginal presence in the Australian landscape. Site Specific Installation, Palmer Environmental Sculpture Exhibition 2008, Palmer, SA View more >>
Danelle Janse van Rensburg’s bleeding roots explores the interconnectedness of all life Danelle Janse van Rensburg’s latest solo exhibition – Bleeding Roots – explores the ‘interconnectedness’ as well as the symbiotic role of the ‘Mother Tree’ with other younger surrounding … Continued
The South African Site_Specific Land Art Collective will host the Global Nomadic Art Project South Africa 2016 (GNAP) with the subtitle “Stories of Rain” in September and October this year. Nine renowned international land artists will travel along different routes … Continued
With specialised assistance from Open Ground (Geophysicists), Morné Vander (Sound Engineering), To The South (Carpentry and plinth), and Daniel De Kock (Programming), artist Jenna Burchell created her incredible and inspiring installation ‘Songsmith’ at the Nirox Sculpture Park. She is currently … Continued
‘Glinsterjuffertjie’ is a temporary sculpture at the Nirox Sculpture Park. It was created for the Nirox Winter Show 2016 by Hannelie Coetzee. Sculpture Title: Glinsterjuffertjie uit Swartwattelboom / Glistening Demoiselle out of Black wattle(Phaon iridipennis out of Acacia mearnsii)Artist: Hannelie … Continued
The aim of the HumanEarth exhibitions is to raise awareness for the ways in which we harm the planet and also the ways that we live in harmony with nature. In other words, the exhibition series aims to explore the … Continued