Lastly, whether large, loose portraits are a trend in South Africa...I can’t be sure, but I was just lucky to find several… and they knocked my socks off!
These first two paintings by Lionel Smit grace the walls of a wonderful winery and lodge in the Stellenbosch region called the Delaire Graff Estate and Gardens.
Click here to see more of Lionel Smit's artwork
These exciting graffiti- inspired portraits, below, are by artist Kilmany-Jo Liversage. I found them in the Worldart Cape Town gallery. The calligraphic and colorful brushstrokes exude such energy!
Click here to see more of Kilmany-Jo Liversage's artwork
I hope that you agree that there is much joy to be found in the art from South Africa!
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