Africa came alive through paintbrush strokes put on canvas at the Africa Undiscovered Exhibition that took place at the Pic Me Art Gallery and Workshop.
The exhibition was held on 5 and 6 May at Bel Air Shopping Centre where the art of about ten African artists was displayed.
The artists depicted their thoughts about our vibrant continent on canvas. The owner of the gallery, Lynn Page said the theme for the exhibition was Art Africa.
“It is African artists painting in the African styles, be it animals or landscapes,” said Page.
Mxolisi Mpofu with Thomas Mwasangwale, Cherrie van der Walt, owner of the gallery Lynn McLachlan Page and Sheri-Lee Page love that they get to showcase talented artists.
On the opening night, guests not only enjoyed a great cheese and wine selection, they were also in the company of the talented artists who drew each art piece.
There were various art forms to tickle the fancy of any art lover, from handcrafted watches, necklaces and handbags to printed photographs. Page explained that the thinking behind the theme was to afford the opportunity to the lesser privileged artist.
“I just find that their art is absolutely dynamic and different from anywhere else in the world and capture the essence of how people live in Africa,” said Page.
About 10 artists displayed their art works at the exhibition.
When asked if artists are people who are born with the talent or if it was a skill people grew into, Page quoted Picasso who said ‘everyone is born an artist’ adding that it depends on whether the person develops it or not. She shared that every Wednesday, between 9am and 4pm, the gallery hosts free painting sessions for art enthusiasts who want to better their skill or start one.
Pic Me Art Gallery and Workshop host an Africa Undiscovered Exhibition.
Along with the paintings, handmade jewellery and handbags were on display.
One of the artists who had their work on display, Thomas Mwasangwale said that growing up he was inspired by the cartoons he would see in the paper.
So much so that when he was in Grade 1 he would do pencil drawings for his school, drawing school maps and the likes. He said that he hopes to inspire young artists, not by telling them what to do, but rather by them appreciating the work of others.
“If the artwork speaks to you then the message has been conveyed, inspiration is an individual thing, you can be inspired by anyone,” concluded Mwasangwale.
Paintings of various animals or portraits were displayed
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