I SEE In Colour, a solo exhibition by Izolda van der Merwe, opens at artSPACE durban on Saturday, 11 February at 11am.
Izolda is inspired by everyday objects, situations and people. Growing up in rural South Africa, she was mesmerised by the beauty of the ordinary and still is today. The things we take for granted, a view as you drive, a person walking down the street. There is a sincerity in her day to day life that is portrayed in her paintings, a whimsical movement which is captured through colour and pattern.
Working in mixed media Izolda’s art has been pushing the limits of different application processes. This has opened up a world of possibilities in executing technique/creating art, pushing those boundaries in growing her style of art.
I See In Colour looks at Izolda’s world and the influence nature has on her life. Being an avid gardener and collector of aloes and succulents, the geometric patterns and symmetry of the plant structures has fascinated her. There is a sense of order in their construction, which resonates with finding order in everyday life.
The artist will be in attendance at the opening and all are welcome. The exhibition closes on Thursday, 2 March.
artSPACE durban is at 3 Millar Road (off Umgeni Road), Durban. Gallery hours are Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm, Saturday and public holidays from 10am to 1pm and closed on Sunday. Contact 031 312 0793.
