Gallery showcases fine Dutch art
SANDTON – Graham's Fine Art Gallery in Bryanston is offering the community an opportunity to meet Dutch artist Frank van Hemert and view his artworks.
Graham Britz, the owner of Graham’s Fine Art Gallery, has brought the works of Dutch artist, Frank van Hemert to Bryanston in a new exhibition titled, Songs and Colours.
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The gallery invited the media to a brunch to view Van Hemert’s well-known pieces on display. The public is invited to join the gallery for the opening night of Songs and Colours on 20 October.
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Britz explained that Van Hemert sought to connect the world through natural elements using universally recognisable symbols that immediately evoke emotion. “In a body of 24 works created specifically for this exhibition at [the] gallery, Van Hemert uses sunflowers as a metaphor for hope and anticipation. [He] has created a substantial body of work, both paintings and drawings, addressing themes concerning the principles of life [which are] birth, life [and] death.”
He added that the artist’s expressive use of colour and gesture characterised his paintings. “[His works] captivate, forcing an emotional response.”
Van Hemert will be present on the opening night and art enthusiasts are invited to meet and speak with him.
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