As with good food and premium wines, so too fine art needs to be experienced to be appreciated. In 2016 the Franschhoek Wine Valley launched Art Franschhoek, whereby visitors to the valley are able appreciate the fine art collection exhibits on show during October and November. This year’s Art Franschhoek has opened its doors, and works are on view until 27 November.
Visitors to the valley will be treated to an abundance of art as the village’s many galleries and resident artists showcasing their finest works. To celebrate the start of this festival of art appreciation some participating galleries hosted special events, which included a series of curated artist walk-abouts.
Everard Read Gallery
During the month of Art Franschhoek the renowned Everard Read Gallery is exhibiting major works by some of South Africa’s finest contemporary artists, in a variety of media. Everard Read Gallery’s involvement at this year’s event signifies that Art Franschhoek is without a doubt one of the art events to experience.
Ebony/Curated, with its exquisite displays of fine arts, sculptures and ceramics, will host four solo exhibitions in their two galleries, including a major retrospective landscape exhibition of the late South African master, Erik Laubscher. Embark on a journey of art discovery as you admire one of South Africa’s greatest masters, Jacob Hendrik Pierneef, at the La Motte Museum, which consists of 104 artworks as well as personal memorabilia.
Be mesmerized by the beautiful ceramics created by internationally renowned ceramicist David Walters and his daughter Sarah.
Donna McKellar part solo show
The Holden Manz Gallery, conveniently situated in the centre of the village, is exhibiting the works of Donna McKellar as part of her solo show.
And indulge in a relaxing, yet informative garden and art tour at the beautiful Leeu Estates, where you’ll get the opportunity to connect with art and nature in serene and meditative spaces with exceptional views.
Beautiful works of art are also on display at IS Art Gallery, which include ceramics, sculptures, jewellery and paintings in different mediums.
What: Art Franschhoek
When: Until 27 November, 2017
Where: Franschhoek, Cape, South Africa
Programme: www.franschhoek.org.za
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