Arts writer
FROM a monumental 10m long oil painting, thought-provoking sculptures to masterfully created charcoal portraits, the February art exhibitions at The Gallery of Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate in Franschhoek are a treasure trove for art lovers.
First up from Saturday is artist Arabella Caccia’s Grootbos, an exhibition of her latest works. Her centrepiece is an imposing 10m oil painting, which draws its inspiration from time spent in a forest of ancient Milkwood trees.
Following Arabella’s exhibition, two vibrant young artists will share the spotlight with solo exhibitions from February 14. as is, so was will feature a selection of sculptures from contemporary artist Adriaan Diedericks, whose work has been exhibited at the Cologne Art Fair and has been snatched up by private collectors, both locally and in Belgium, London and Germany.
Groundbreaking artist, Ruan Huisamen’s ecce homo will showcase his signature charcoal portraits. Using photographs as a point of reference, every subject is captured in immaculate detail. A 2013 top ten finalist in the Absa L’Atelier art competition, Ruan’s work has also had extensive international exposure in private collections in Canada, England and France.
Angels Tears wine, crafted from the Grande Provence vineyards, will accompany the opening of these exhibitions.
Open from 10am to 6pm daily, The Gallery at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate will feature Arabella Caccia’s Grootbos exhibition from Saturday at 5pm. Adriaan Diedericks and Ruan Huisamen’s exhibitions will open on February 14 at 11am.
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