Art Blog For April 2008
28 April 2008
South African artist Jürgen Schadeberg came to South Africa in 1950 from war torn Berlin and he was one of the few white photographers who documented black life, capturing on film the Rise of the Freedom Movement, Apartheid Repression and the vibrancy of township life and culture. Jürgen Schadeberg was responsible during his association with Drum Magazine for creating a vibrant photographic department and for training a number of talented and successful black photographers.
The Schadeberg Collection of Photographs brings to life key social, cultural and political events and personalities in South Africa's turbulent history.
Historic events covered include the Defiance Campaign of 1953, the 1956 Treason Trial, the Sophiatown removals of 1958, the Sophiatown jazz and social scene, the Sharpeville Funeral of 1960 and images of Robben Island and former Robben Islanders in 1994. Personalities include Nelson Mandela in the fifties, Walter Sisulu, Oliver Tambo, Trevor Huddlestone, Govan Mbeki and former Robben Islanders, as well as fifties jazz legends such as Dolly Rathebe, Kippie Moeketsi, Thandi Klaasens, Miriam Makeba and Dorothy Masuka.
The Schadeberg Collection also includes unique images of England in the seventies, from housing estates in Hackney to May Balls in Cambridge, as well as a diverse range of European images. A rare series of pictures of the San People of the Kalahari "Dance of Exorcism", taken in 1959, also features in The Schadeberg Collection.
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21 April 2008
A South African sculptor and painter with a sense of adventure, Jo Roos is internationally renowned for his portrayal of wildlife and the human figure.
Jo Roos has been a successful artist since 1975 and his work graces, amongst others, government institutions, cities and towns, as well as numerous local and international museums and galleries.
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14 April 2008
South African artist Sidwell Hluphi Rihlamvu was born 4 October 1978. He lives in Soshanguve, Pretoria
Sidwell Rihlamvu's art deals with the theme of the military. His art tells his story and reflect his views. His art reflects the horrors of war. The loss of life, including a close friend. The destruction of property. The weapons and equipment used for attack and protection.
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7 April 2008
South African artist Magrit Prigge resides in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa.
Drawing and painting from an early age, she says, "I have always been aware of the forces separating light and darkness, life and death; the forces of life around me and the cycle of renewal. Which is perhaps why most of my art will give the impression of something new emerging. I like to express what I feel and see in vivid colours and symbols."
Today Magrit works primarily in watercolour, with additional work in acrylic and charcoal. Her favourite artist is Marc Chagall.
Magrit's artwork can be found in private collections around the world, including in Germany, Canada, Ireland and Africa.
Magrit believes her artwork has an invaluable contribution to make to the world. She hopes the following:
"That my art will move people to meditate on that which is beneath the surface; that they will perceive that divine, life-giving force which is God in whom we have our being."
"That people will experience my art as an expression of the Christ presence from within, and that my art may open the eyes of my fellow men to the understanding of a life of fullness and freedom in obedience."
"To picture the new life in Christ in colour, composition, soul expression, spirituality - be it abstract or realistic."
"To send love, light, hope and peace into the darkness of the human heart."
Magrit adds: "The scriptures that accompany my artworks served as inspiration. However, I would like the audience to feel free to make their own interpretations."
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