As an artist deeply rooted in the natural beauty of Plettenberg Bay, my work is a celebration of the wild, untamed spirit of this coastal landscape. Inspired by the majestic presence of humpback whales—like the one captured in this piece—I seek to evoke both the power and the quiet grace of these ocean giants.

This piece is crafted using a tactile, layered technique, blending sand from Keurbooms Beach with linseed oil and pigments. The textured surface  mirrors the rugged beauty of the coastline and the rhythmic movement of the waves. The turquoise hues reflect the vibrant, ever-changing colours of the ocean, while the stretched hemp canvas provides a natural, organic foundation that grounds the piece in the raw essence of nature.

”Whale Song in Turquoise” 01/2026, sand, oils and pigments on hemp canvas, 71x84cm, unframed