("Between Paarl & Stellenbosch " - oil by John Smith)
Four Decades and still Going Strong is the title of an exhibition at
Artisan Gallery of new work by John Smith
2013
marks 40 years as a career artist for John Smith for whom art is not just a job
but a way of life. He is active in every aspect of his chosen field, always a
champion for the betterment of the lot of artists and the upliftment of
artistic standards.
Well-known
for the strong, glowing colours of his oil paintings, landscapes and harbour
scenes, he also paints a wide range of other subjects in watercolour and
pastel. As a writer, he has been published regularly in newspapers, magazines
and on the internet. He is also on the editorial team for SA Artist Magazine.
Feisty,
undaunted and outspoken, he is a versatile and gifted artist whose work has
steadily increased in value over the years.
Four Decades and still Going Strong runs until July 20 at Artisan
Gallery, 344 Florida Road, Morningside, Durban. Phone 031 312 4364 or email info@artisan.co.za