Size: 600 x 650mm
Medium: Oil on stretched canvas
Year: 2025
In this painting, I combined Pincushion, Helichrysum and Leucadendron flowers in bold brush strokes and strong contrasts.
This artwork is part of my Unspoken series:
I have been painting the Cape Floral Kingdom for many years, and I continue my exploration of South Africa’s unique and biodiverse vegetation. In my series, Unspoken, I explore the silent yet profound dialogue that nature facilitates.
When I spend time in nature, I become acutely aware of its silent voice, whispering its truths to me — whispers of hope, restoration, quietness, happiness, and peace. As a Christian, I recognize these quiet revelations as the voice of a higher presence, gently investing in my soul.
Through bold oil strokes and a high-contrast colour palette, I infuse my paintings with this unspoken language. I approach my canvas as a medium for introspection and understanding, embracing the notion that art communicates in ways words cannot fully capture.
By focusing on fynbos, a symbol of resilience and delicate beauty, Unspoken invites the viewer to immerse themselves in nature’s silent narratives, fostering a deeper connection to emotions it evokes – knowing that the deepest truths often transcend words.