Hello. Join us at 223 this Saturday 12 April from 11:00 -16:00, for two exhibition openings: Strand by Strand at Berman Contemporary and (e)mersion at Candice Berman Gallery. We're also excited to welcome Emma Marshall to The Creatory and look forward to seeing her transform the space into her illustration studio over the four weeks of her residency. Come by on Saturday meet the artist behind our new selection of 3D pen artworks, Megan Shapiro.
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Strand by Strand
Join us for the opening of Strand by Strand, a duo photography exhibition by Kamogelo Machaba and Hazel Mphande. Strand by Strand explores the politics surrounding Black women’s hair, the personal journey each Black woman undertakes with her hair, and the societal assumptions about what hair should or shouldn’t look like. It ultimately asks: what is Black hair, truly?
12 April from 11:00 -16:00
Artist walk about at 12:30
223 Jan Smuts Avenue, Rosebank
Strand by Strand will be on show at 223 Jan Smuts Creative Hub from 12 April until 22 June. |
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(e)mersion
You are invited to the exhibition opening of
(e)mersion - Immersion | Emotion | Emerging
by Claire Lichtenstein featuring works by Belinda Ross
Join us for the opening of this deeply personal and evocative exhibition, where Claire Lichtenstein’s abstract paintings explore the intersection of memory, emotion, and creative freedom. Drawing inspiration from the serene yet raw landscapes of Wilderness, Claire’s work reflects a journey of vulnerability, strength, and self-discovery. Through her brushstrokes, she invites you to experience the colors and stories beneath the surface of her past, offering a space for reflection and connection.
Belinda Ross' process is deeply intertwined with reflection. She often turns to poetry and her sketchbooks, where fleeting thoughts occur. As she paints, the reference image fades away in significance and the emotive presence evolves. She focuses on the organic elements that is drawn to the abstraction process that intuitively commences.
Exhibition Opening:
Date: April 12, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 223 Jan Smuts, Rosebank
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The Creatory
The Creatory at 223 Jan Smuts Creative Hub is hosting Emma Rose Marshall at its artist residency. The artist will be making The Creatory her studio and welcoming guests to meet her and observe parts of her artistic process. "With an unapologetically eclectic style, I mix hand-drawn illustrations, textured ink work, and vibrant digital animations to bring my ideas to life. I let the story take the lead—whether it’s a frame-by-frame animation, a mixed-media collage, or a surreal illustrated series—and follow it wherever it dares to go."
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Meet The Artist
Megan Shapiro
12 April 11:00 - 16:00
Megan Shapiro immerses herself in the exploration of human emotions through her art. Drawing from personal experiences, her work serves as her reflection of the human interactions and reactions that she has witnessed or that she, herself, has experienced. Her work hopes to encourage viewers to delve into their own emotional depths and challenge their own understandings of their inner-most selves.
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Magicode
Magicode, renowned for USM modular furniture, has introduced a new lighting collection in collaboration with designer Lisa Twyman.
Comprising of powder-coated aluminium and glass, the Bloom and Capsule lights can be made up in custom colours with a textured matte or gloss finish. Their ethos to ‘think global, love local’ underpins their mission to advocate for local craftsmen and create a range of quality homeware.
Now on show at 223 Jan Smuts Creative Hub!
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Young Designers Competition from Romaria + SMTNG studios
We’re over the moon to announce the winning patterns of our Young Designer Competition. We’re beyond excited to share more. Magic is happening behind the scenes. From the first stitch to the final swatch, we’re about to make something truly special.
A selection of the top 20 winning patterns are on show at 223 Jan Smuts Creative Hub. |
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