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Explore surreal narratives at Mount Nelson's Disrupting the Dream exhibition
Experience a journey through the subconscious at the Disrupting the Dream exhibition, showcasing the rich tapestry of African storytelling through surreal art at Mount Nelson.
Former National Arts Festival CEO takes the helm at Edinburgh Fringe
Tony Lankester, the former CEO of the National Arts Festival, is set to lead the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, bringing his extensive experience in the arts to one of the world's most renowned festivals.
World’s first humanoid robot painting to sell at auction
Ai-Da, one of the most advanced humanoid robots in the world, is set to make history when its portrait painting of Alan Turing goes to auction for an expected hammer price of R2. 3m to R3. 47m.
Met Gala 2025: Black culture’s influence on fashion
The Met Gala returns on May 5, 2025, with the theme ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,’ celebrating black dandyism's cultural influence.
Nolan Oswald Dennis takes centre stage at Zeitz MOCAA
This collaborative piece, titled Xenolith (Letsema) (2024), manifests as a free-standing column of tightly packed soil, crafted by the many hands that nurture the museum’s infrastructure
The Cultural Cold War in South Africa – Marching to the CIA’S Pied Piper
During the apartheid era, the country stood as a frontline state in the Cold War, with the US and its allies supporting the apartheid regime under the pretext of containing communism.
KZNSA Gallery rallies community to sustain creative growth
The gallery is also seeking new partnerships and developing strategies to expand its reach. ‘‘Our focus now is on securing the necessary funds to continue supporting the creative community and offering spaces for artistic growth,’’ said Shaw.
Art meets elegance as @Sandton Hotel’s ‘Take a Stand’ exhibition offers a visual feast for the senses
Art and architecture that invite deeper reflection.
African stone sculptures, wooden carvings find niche in Beijing
‘’Different buyers from different countries chose differently. For the European market, many chose stone works with black and white colours; they have a sense of art,’’ she added.
Design Week set to boost creative industries and local economy
The upcoming Design Week South Africa will bring together the country’s top creatives in Johannesburg and Cape Town this October, providing a platform to celebrate and expand the nation’s design industry.
Sea Point Promenade transformed into an open-air art gallery by local artists
Local artists have teamed up to turn a previously ordinary ablution building into an open-air art exhibit.
Minister Gayton McKenzie donating his first ministerial salary to struggling Kagiso-based art gallery
Newly appointed Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture, Gayton Mackenzie has garnered praise on social media after announcing that he will donate his first parliamentary salary to the Backyard Art Gallery Restaurant in Kagiso, Krugersdorp, Johannesburg.
Nine places to visit during the Durban July weekend
Durban is a diverse and dynamic city, offering a range of activities for visitors.
Celebrating pride month in South Africa through hope and progress
In South Africa, Pride Month holds significant importance, reflecting the country's journey towards inclusivity, acceptance, and legal equality for all its citizens, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Celebrating Madiba's legacy with the Nelson Mandela Museum
The Nelson Mandela Museum, situated in Mthatha in the Eastern Cape, carries the Madibalegacy. Nontlahla Dalindyebo, a senior manager at the museum, tells me how.
Art at The Nellie in celebration of 125 year old Cape Town hotel
To mark Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel’s 125th birthday celebration in 2024, Mother City, a curation of artworks from the Norval Foundation’s Collection will be on show at the legendary Belmond property.
Stellenbosch Wine Route launches their first Doggy High Tea at Asara Wine Estate
Indulge your culinary senses at one of Asara's renowned restaurants, including Raphael’s, Sansibar, and the Wine Bar. Picture: Pinterest
An exhibition to give us pause for thought
Tamlin Blake gives us in her exhibition at the Sisonke Gallery called “After the Fire” a reflection on a personal moment in history.
Understanding the value of your prized artwork
How does one determine the value of one’s artworks and ensure they are adequately insured or sold at the best possible price?
Entries open for 2024 Andrei Stenin International Press Photo Contest
Entries for the tenth annual edition of the International Photo Contest opened on the birthday of Andrei Stenin, a Rossiya Segodnya photojournalist killed on duty in Donbas in 2014.
LOOK: Powered up! PMB’s Art in the Park celebrates 60th anniversary
Art in the Park is all about celebrating local artists. This year’s event was launched at Volvo Cars Pietermaritzburg on Tuesday.
Cape Town hosts retrospective of iconic S. African artist Esther Mahlangu
The works of renowned South Africa artist Esther Mahlangu will be on display in Cape Town at the Iziko South African National Gallery this weekend.
Cultural Connection — Enter the Year of the Dragon
The K. T. Wong Foundation shares a spectacular video created by celebrated Chinese artist Yang Yongliang on show at the Iziko South African National Gallery in Cape Town to celebrate Chinese New Year and promote cross cultural relations between China and South Africa.
Cultivating cross-cultural bonds: The Yunus Emre Institute in Johannesburg
The institute's diverse activities encompass Turkish language classes, marbling and calligraphy sessions.
WATCH: After four years of clicking, this photographer captures a rare sun flare at Durdle Door
Professional landscape photographer from Dorset, England, Jack Lodge, captured the elusive sun flare shot through the Durdle Door limestone arch.