I am a South African mixed media artist whose work explores themes of transformation, healing, and emotional truth. Over two decades, I have developed an expressive, layered practice that weaves together found materials, sculpture, and painting to tell deeply personal and symbolic stories. My art often challenges traditional norms, inviting emotional engagement and reflection.

Solo Exhibitions

2024 – Art and Therapy: Faces of Resilience, JB Marks Gallery, Potchefstroom

2011 – Solo Sculpture Exhibition, Mooirivier Mall, Potchefstroom

Awards & Recognition

2024 – Special Accolade Certificate for Exceptional Artistic Balance

ARTi Gallery National Art Competition 2023

Artwork: From the Miry Clay (inspired by a Leonardo da Vinci sketch)

Theme: Re-imagining an Old Master

Selected Group Exhibitions

2023 – Hillshaven Group Exhibition, Johannesburg

2023 – Aardklop National Arts Festival, Potchefstroom – Healing Through Creativity – Week-Long Workshop & Exhibition

2023 – Graaff-Reinet Group Exhibition, Western Cape

2023 – Made by Mosaic, Potchefstroom (Group Art Therapy Showcase)

2012 – Potchefstroom Art Society Group Exhibition

2012 – Potchefstroom Backpackers Group Exhibition

Creative Projects, Pop-Up Exhibits & Markets

2020–Present – Art Healing Weekend Retreats, Various Locations

2010–2015 – Art Classes & Community Shows, Potchefstroom

2006–2010 – Founder, TruCreations (Jewellery & Textile Art), Cairo, Egypt

2001–2005 – Independent Art Sales & Markets, Somerset West

Publications & Media

2012–2014 – Four Feature Articles, Craftwise Magazine

2012 – Artist Photo Feature, Potchefstroom Herald

Education & Professional Development

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology and Criminology

Diploma in Art Counselling (3 years), Art Healing Academy – Qualified Wellness Counsellor

Paint Your Heart and Soul 2024, Informal Year-Long Art Training

Milan Art Institute – Mastery Program (2024) (in progress)

Self-taught in fine art and mixed media

Art Therapy & Healing Workshops

2023 – Art Healing Session, Full Gospel Church, Carletonville

2022–2023 – “Healing Through Creativity” Events, Snowflake, Potchefstroom

2022 – Group Healing Workshop, Kingdom Ranch, Ventersdorp

2022 – Kintsugi Workshop, Snowflake, Potchefstroom

2017–2020 – Therapeutic Art Classes, Potchefstroom Correctional Facility, Women’s Unit