When an artist steps back into the world with new work, you can often feel the shift before you even know the story. With Kirsty Wolffs, the return arrives in colour; confident, intentional, and unapologetically alive. A tattoo artist and artist, Wolffs paints as if she’s witnessing the world re-open. Her work feels like a …
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Kirsty Wolffs: A New Season of Colour, Renewal & Quiet Strength
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Hurricanes: Finding Clarity in Chaos | Liffey Joy’s Latest Work
When you encounter a painting by Liffey Joy, there’s a visceral response. Her works don’t shout. Instead, they hum quietly and steadily until you’re drawn in — not just to what you see, but what you feel. Her latest painting, “Hurricanes,” is a deeply intuitive piece, embodying everything that defines her style: emotional texture, subtle …
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Connor Daniels | Disintegration and the Birth of a Voice
“Disintegration was the first piece I made in my own style.” – Connor Daniels In the evolving world of contemporary drawing, few debut works land with the quiet authority of Connor Daniels’ Disintegration. Composed entirely in ballpoint pen, the work is not just a visual statement — it’s a personal milestone. It marks the moment …
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“Eclipse” by Naeemah Petersen: When Art, Music, and Dance Align
In Naeemah Petersen’s Eclipse, we encounter more than a painting, we experience a moment suspended in time. Rendered in oil on canvas at a commanding 100 x 80 cm, the work is visually minimal but emotionally immense. A glowing ring of light floats against a field of deep black, evoking the awe of a solar …
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Welcoming Aneesa Loonat to Unsung Art: A Journey of Thought, Texture, and Expression
We are thrilled to welcome contemporary South African emerging artist Aneesa Loonat to our growing family of creatives. Aneesa’s work is bold, conceptual, and deeply rooted in both personal and societal narratives. With a background in fine art and a passion for challenging perspectives, she brings a fresh voice to our collection, offering thought-provoking pieces …
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Decoding Art: Understanding Mediums & Materials
Decoding Art: Understanding Mediums & Materials An Art Collector’s Guide to Paintings, Prints & Mixed Media When buying art, you’re not just investing in a beautiful piece—you’re also investing in its material longevity, preservation needs, and unique artistic qualities. The medium an artist chooses affects not just the aesthetics of the work but also its …
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Gary Frier: A New Chapter in Expression
Cape Town-based artist Gary Frier continues to captivate with his distinctive fusion of bold graphic elements, cultural narratives, and socio-political themes. Drawing from his background in graphic design, Frier’s work is layered with symbolism, movement, and emotion—whether in figurative compositions, abstract explorations, or thought-provoking linoprints. His pieces reflect an ongoing dialogue between past and present, …
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Episode #22 – Art Blast with Charl Marais
Starting out wanting to study journalism, but eventually finding his way to art and architecture has led Charl on a wonderful journey where he has found his passion and it shows!
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Episode #19 – Art Blast with Gary Frier
A catchup chat with long-time Unsung Artist, Gary Frier where we discuss some of the new works he has just dropped off with us. Listen up to hear about the story behind the works and what else Gary is getting up to…and that he does not like snoek!?
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Episode #15 – Art Blast with Faatimah Mohamed-Luke
A really fun and quick chat with artist Faatimah Mohamed-Luke about the brand new works that have just launched on our online store. Yes, she uses LEGO as her medium. Yes, you can touch them and yes, they will make you feel like a kid again and who does not love that!?!?
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