Kobus Kotze at KKNK
I am so proud of my dad, at age 80, Kobus is the festival artist together with Anny Maddock, a well-known artist from Western Cape. You will find Kobus behind his easel at my brother’s exhibition, the Kotze Art Gallery from Bloemfontein, at KKNK in Oudtshoorn until the 27th of March. Kobus is a renowned […]
An extended vacation after a great exhibition: my update
We had fun and a lot of hard work in between! Can you believe that we transformed the empty space below in this magic “gallery” above in a few very busy hours!! I want to rewind a bit, as I want to cover my working holiday trip, as this post is not just about an […]
The 1-2-3 of Creativity in my art
Blur the line between work and play: You can click on this link to listen to the same music I am listening to while I am writing this blog post, music always helps to get me into my zone while writing, while creating, however, I prefer less relaxed music: Music for writing About my mind and […]
The Bumble Bee and the Mannequin – interconnection of everything
An unexpected treasure found! Not “found” actually, but given to me, thank you Belinda and Adriaan! What a treasure… Mannequins, especially the really old ones, a little bruised and cracked, are […]
I owe everything to these two people
Kobus & Joe Kotze An Ode to my lovely parents: Today I want to put aside some time to show my appreciation to my wonderful parents and to tell where I come from. It’s because of my parents that I am able to figure out this crazy, not so easy […]
My thought process and journey to a painting
Creating a painting, the route I take: I want to share a peek into my head as I create a painting. I start by staring at the blank canvas on my easel, trying to connect to it, trying to feel it… At this stage, I want either silence, but mostly rather loud music, the choice […]
Blind Faith, Limited Edition Bronze Sculpture
My “Blind Faith” limited edition Bronze Sculpture is born: As a student, I majored in sculpture but never got to do any sculptures after I finished my studies…until recently. My “Blind Faith” limited edition sculpture is born. Blind Faith is a very symbolic sculpture. This girl is blindfolded, this is symbolic of trusting, […]
Inspired by Matisse
Henri Matisse In 2016 I had the privilege to attend an exhibition of Henri Matisse with my three daughters and a friend at the Standard Bank Art Gallery in Johannesburg. I took these images of my daughters, as I immediately saw the potential for paintings in these scenes. Here is the outcome. I also […]
Grateful
Can we still say it’s a new year? January is running out and the holidays are already just a vague memory. I moved into a new studio, and have light and space and chirping birds around me after a long while of occupying uncomfortable workspaces. I decided that this year will be the year of being […]
Nests in the Clouds
After a brainstorming session between a few artists, we decided on an art exhibition with the theme: “Nests in the Clouds” at Gallery on Leviseur. Gallery on Leviseur is a contemporary art gallery in Dan Pienaar Rylaan in Bloemfontein. The very capable Gerhalda Nel took charge and orchestrated the exhibition in this clean beautiful space […]
Painted Vintage Mannequin- abandoned…then recycled
And the virgin’s name was Mary Once the center of attention under the spotlight to be admired, she has since been disposed of for there arose new trends that replaced her. But her life was long from over yet… she stumbled upon me, and I knew that I could revive her. Through my eyes, […]
Secrets Revealed: Images Of Hands In My Art
Hands: I cannot do this blog post about hands, without combining it with motivational quotes as each of my hand’s paintings are very specific in conveying a message. Quotes can express in words, what you feel in your heart. I try to capture a feeling in my hand’s paintings of compassion, understanding, giving, support, and […]