The artwork presents a stark contrast between light and dark, with a muted, earthy beige hue emerging from the deep, enveloping blackness. The overall composition appears abstract, with the smooth, undulating forms suggesting a sense of depth and movement. The technique employed seems to be a form of chiaroscuro, using the dramatic interplay of light and shadow to create a moody, atmospheric effect. This piece likely explores themes of the unknown, the subconscious, or the duality of human experience, inviting the viewer to ponder the mysteries and complexities of the natural world. ...
Based in a 360 sqm gallery in Woodstock, Cape Town, blank was founded by Jonathan Garnham as a project space in 2005 and transitioned into a commercial gallery during 2012. The gallery represents emerging and increasingly established artists from the region in a critically engaged programme that emphasises contemporaneity, with a focus on concept and abstraction in the African context. With an exhibition programme that has a reputation for shaping the discourse around contemporary art in South(ern) Africa, and participation in prominent local and international art fairs, we seek to place our artists' work in a wide range of private and institutional collections. In addition, blank continues to promote the visual arts in our community through ongoing projects that support the sector. ...
