(Photo Credit: Provided by Artist Proof Studio)
The KZNSA will host 35 Years of Artist Proof Studio: A Legacy in Printmaking on May 28, 2026.
This is a landmark exhibition that celebrates one of South Africa’s most influential centres of printmaking, honouring three and a half decades of artistic excellence, collaboration, and community impact.
Artist Proof Studio (APS) was founded in 1991 and has become a leading force in fine art printmaking, recognised for its commitment to training, mentorship, and creative exchange. Over the years, APS has supported generations of artists whose work has been exhibited at major art fairs, represented in prominent galleries, and developed in collaboration with some of the country’s most celebrated practitioners.
35 Years of Artist Proof Studio
Programme Highlights
Walkabout with APS Kim Berman and Nathi Simalane –on May 29 May, at 09h30 for 10h00 to 11h00
This guided tour will offer a rare opportunity to hear directly from the
visionaries from APS, as they reflect on the studio’s history, its impact on
South African printmaking, and the stories embedded within the works on display
as an attendee you will gain a deeper understanding of the artistic processes,
collaborations, and community‑centred ethos that have shaped APS over the past three decades. Kim and
Nathi will also be available after the walkabout for any questions relating to
the exhibition and APS’s ongoing work.
Printmaking demonstrations by Nkosana Nhlapho and Tshogofatso Nkhumeleng
- First Thursday, 4 June 14h30 for 15h00 to 17h00.
APS 35‑Year Walkabout - Saturday, June 6,
10h30 for 11h00 to 13h00.
The KZNSA looks forward to welcoming art lovers as they celebrate 35
years of artistry, resilience, and the shared humanity at the heart of
printmaking.
The KZNSA Gallery is located at 166 Bulwer Road, Bulwer, Durban. For more information visit https://kznsagallery.co.za/
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