Free thinking & writing Before writing your artist statement, make a list of words and phrases that communicate your feelings about your work and your values as an artist. Be loose, happy and real. Questions to ask yourself Answers all … Continued
In this moment I let go of all my own stories, beliefs and excuses.In this moment I let go of all my desire and hopes.In this moment I just listen to the wind through the bells.In this moment I am … Continued
I wrote this in 2012, but it’s still relevant… so sharing it here. đ When painting landscapes with watercolours, keep these tips and suggestions in mind. When stretching your paper, make sure you use enough water, to ensure that you’d … Continued
Metamorphosis I: Nature Changes One of the themes in my work – Metamorphosis – is inspired by the metamorphosis of insects, as well as personal and spiritual transformation. It follows from the research and visual work that I did for … Continued
What is âGreen Artâ or âEnvironmental Artâ? Throughout the ages, artists have responded to the challenges and issues relevant and prevalent during their lives. Currently, we are faced with the loss of biodiversity, with many species of animals, birds, insects … Continued
Roste berbrokkel, Nessies vorm Hoogwatermerk, sonstilstandklipDie spoor in die landskap getuigSteeds van gister Spore en merke wat ân boodskap getuigRietsirkels deur wind se wieg gevee Gister oorbrug na more, in die spore in die klip Rivier se loopReĂ«n se straalsporeSpoel … Continued
We tread unto sand, unto rock, unto grassAnd leave marks indented into the memoryOf place, of space, of time… To be washed, blown and carried awayThrough seasons and cycles of change… Change. Adapt. To conditions in weather,in a climate becoming … Continued
solitude can bring you wisdombut love and companionship brings growth.I walk among mountains within desert landscapesto find myself. to find inner peace.I then return to the people I love,and share the insights, wisdom and happiness.And so together we can learn … Continued
spend a moment outsideand feelthe wind against your face spend a moment in the sunand soakthe rays into your skin spend a moment under a treeand touchthe rough skin of its trunk spend a moment on grassbarefootand wiggle your toes … Continued
Bones tell storiesBones keep secretsBones contain history Secrets about the pastlocked away in sand and rockStories about life before now Uncovered, polished and displayedStories about days long forgottenSecrets that may teach us something about today
By Kai Lossgott with contributions from the curator (Janet Botes) and participating artists Simon Max Bannister, Janet Ranson, Danelle Malan, Stefanie Schoeman, Nicolle Marais and Claire Homewood Created for and as part of the (eco)nversations Green Art Exhibition held in 2012 at … Continued
landskap, hartlandvlaktes van gister se sond, wind en weeroopgevlek vir die toekoms se woeker en weetvan wild leef en stilweesen saamwees en lag strandland, swartskaapwegvee van spore deur wind se wiegmynskag se sweepslag in doodstil dagwaar selfs tolbos en sonbesiedoodlĂȘ, … Continued
Vergete in die verledewaar selfs gister nog geen betekenis draen drome en vrese saamsmelttussendeur langsaam voortstroom Weggesteek in die middernagdonkerwaar klein diertjies skarrel en jaagen ons voetjie vir voetjie moet voel waar ons gaanterwyl die maan eindeloos voort wentel Geslote … Continued
With a view over mountains and seaOne day with peace and tranquilityThe next day with storm and wind Near the foot of AfricaAnd part of the Sun Path of our ancestorsWith age-old rocks around the sands of time Here we … Continued
