Art exhibition introduces fynbos to the Lowveld
A Capetonian artist hosted an exhibition at Sheppard Boutique Guest House on May 14.
Franci de Jager, currently based in Gordon’s Bay, said she finds inspiration in nature – specifically in plants of the Western Cape and the bushveld, where she grew up.
“I believe that is exactly why her work was received so well,” Heidi Venter, co-owner of the Sheppard Boutique Guest House, said. “There is a sense of familiarity in it – a lot of her work includes baobab trees and aloe plants.”
The exhibition showcased original paintings, high-quality prints, tiles and scatter cushions.
“I used to work with stained glass. My work takes on the same patterns,” De Jager said. “It is a very specific style.”
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According to Venter, strict Covid-19 protocols were followed, as 60 guests were spaced out over the six hours
the exhibition was open to the public.
