About
As an atmospheric sea, sky, and landscape artist, my work has always been focused on capturing the mood and memory of a particular moment in time. Whether it is the soft colors of a sunrise, the shifting shadows of a mountain range, or the fluidity of the sea, my paintings seek to evoke the emotions and sensations that come with experiencing the natural world.
While I primarily work in oil paint, I also love the fluidity of ink and watercolor, which allows me to experiment with different techniques and textures. Recently, I have been inspired to expand my style to include wildlife themes, using neutral soft color tones and impasto marks to create a sense of depth and texture.
My goal is to create a visual narrative that captures the beauty and fragility of nature, while also highlighting the interconnectedness of all living things. Through my paintings, I aim to convey a sense of tranquility and peace, inviting the viewer to immerse themselves in the natural world and connect with their own memories and experiences.
I use impasto marks to create a tactile and textured surface, allowing the viewer to feel the movement and energy of the wildlife in my paintings. By incorporating wildlife themes into my landscapes, I hope to create a dialogue between the viewer and the artwork, raising awareness of the need to protect and preserve our planet’s biodiversity.
In my work, I am drawn to the soft, neutral tones of nature, which create a sense of timelessness that underscores the importance of conservation for future generations. By capturing the beauty and complexity of the natural world, I hope to inspire others to appreciate and protect it.
Ultimately, my art is a reflection of my own deep love and respect for the natural world. Through my paintings, I hope to inspire others to see the beauty and magic of the world around us, and to take action to protect it for generations to come.
1971-
Born in Boksburg in 1971 and now resides in Pretoria, South Africa
Inanda completed her matric in 1988 at Hoërskool Waterkloof, Pretoria
She moved on to received her diploma in Theatre Crafts at the Pretoria Technikon (TUT), as specialist Decor design/painter and stage/film make-up artist (1989-1992)
From 1993 she worked as a make-up and decor artist on local and international projects.
Around 2010 she moved her focus from commercial projects and decor art and started developing her portfolio as a self-taught fine artist.
her journey continues…
Exhibitions
2020
- July- In isolation, Johann van Heerden Gallery, Garsfontein (see the full exhibition here)
2019
- Nov- Further along the line, Pretoria kunskamer ( see this exhibition here)
- Aug- stil (group) Respek
- June- Between the lines, Longstreet art lovers 1932, Waterkloof, Pretoria
2018
• Feb- FAS, curator, Sammy at Artbox, Pretoria (group)
• Feb -Johann van Heerden Gallery, Garsfontein, Pretoria, Female landscape artists (group)
• Jan -Johann van Heerden gallery opening (group)
2017
• Aug -Saxonwold art events gallery, curated by Marlise le Roux (group) with guest music star Dewald Wasserfall
• Aug- Decorex Midrand, with The showroom art Gallery
• June- Art alive, curated by a committee
• Feb/24- Art lovers, Solo, Impressions: a remix of the system
2016
• Oct/29- Johann van Heerden Gallery, Solo, Becoming • Aug- Decorex Midrand solo stand
• June- Art alive WHPS curated by a committee
• June- The showroom art gallery (group), radio interview RSG
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• May- music video for Laurika Rauch and Bok van Blerk,
• April- Gauteng fine art and antiques fair with Adriaan Boschof Jr and friends
• Feb/21- Solo Ameliorate the selfie, Tina Skukan gallery
• Feb- The showroom art gallery, Se dit met blomme, (group)
2015
• Nov- Saxonwold art event gallery Blocx group exhibition, Marlise le Roux
• Aug- Decorex Midrand solo stand with guest Marlise le Roux
• June- Art Alive WHPS
• June- Saxsonwold art events gallery (group) with guest music star Elvis Blue
• April- Art fair, Brooklyn with Neil Moss (group)
• April- Johann van Heerden Gallery, pop up exhibition
• April-KKNK with Loubser Trent gallery
• April-Loubser Trent gallery, under R2000 (group)
• March-Art lovers Solo, Saudade
• Jan– Pretoria art association members group exhibition
2014
• Oct- Saxonwold art events gallery, Creative blocks group exhibition
• September- Art lovers, First solo, A memory of light
• June- Art alive WHPS
2013
• Nov- Heart in the garden _The art of living (group)
• Nov- Diane Victor auction exhibition
• Nov-The showroom art gallery, miniatures group exhibition
• Oct- Johann van Heerden and friends (group)
• Oct- Art lovers, miniatures group exhibition
• Oct-Art lovers, Alice group exhibition
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2012
• September-Lucid-tree exhibition curated by Dagmar Quadros
2011
• September, St Lorient, Brooklyn, Pretoria Jacaranda-splendour of the city, curated by Eric Bolsman (group