through the lens of gay identity i explore the sexual stereotypes we all gravitate towards in our categorisation of people, thereby demonstrating the commonalities that underpin our needs, wants and emptions.
gender identity & stereotypes
i specialise in manipulating digital images and combining digital prints with various paint techniques. my current interest in the expression of gender identity.
art & paintings
mans-mens
Mixed media on watercolour paper 594mm x 420mm (A2) Framed
Mixed media on watercolour paper 594mm x 420mm (A2) Framed
Mixed media on watercolour paper 594mm x 420mm (A2) Framed
Mixed media on watercolour paper 594mm x 420mm (A2) Framed
ABSA KKNK 2013
mans-mens is a colloboration between myself and Chris Brunette. The show was compiled for the 2013 ABSA KKNK, and explores those issues which we all struggle with - regardless of gender identity. Issues about religion, relationships, self-image, and belonging all feature strongly.
reimagine cape town
as part of the 2014 Suidoosterfees I was asked to curate an exhibition titles "Reimagine Cape Town", which was also the first exhibition of the cape town design capital of the world 2014 programme.
Chained together and drowned in Table Bay on 18 August 1735 : thus ends the more than 20 year relationship between two prisoners : Klaas Blanck and Rijhaart Jacobz. The story of Klaas Blanck and Rijhaart Jacobz is a stark reminder of how prejudice and intolerance can shape people’s lives, and should serve as clarion call against judgement….grace, or disgrace.
Chained together and drowned in Table Bay on 18 August 1735 : thus ends the more than 20 year relationship between two prisoners : Klaas Blanck and Rijhaart Jacobz. The story of Klaas Blanck and Rijhaart Jacobz is a stark reminder of how prejudice and intolerance can shape people’s lives, and should serve as clarion call against judgement….grace, or disgrace.