Artvark was founded in 1991 - Johannesburg.
The core of the “company”was the handmade cutlery initiated by Theresa Jo
- an artist with a Fine Art degree majoring in jewellery at the University of
Stellenbosch and CP Wessels, a designer, previously a Film maker and an
student of Architecture at the University of Natal.
Relocating to Kalk Bay took place in 1998 where Artvark Gallery and a
manufacturing studio in Retreat were established.
Artvark Gallery is thus Classic and Contemporary with a keen eye for folk art,
specializing in paintings, drawings, prints, ceramics, textiles, jewellery, craft
and unique custom made steel works. It has been a long time favourite of
Cape Town art lovers and tourists visiting Kalk Bay’s galleries, mysterious alleys
filled with junk shops.
Artvark Gallery contributes towards the development, investment and
management of creative and artistic resources to the benefit of the whole
community and its visitors. The works showcased in the gallery is an excellent
representation of the art and culture of a diversified South Africa which
contributes to the promotion of classic and contemporary Southern African art.
This establishes, promote and develop visual literacy that one can explore,
discover and personally enjoy.
Artvark caters to the emotional and stylish needs as well as desires of clients,
and will always deliver on uniqueness, quality, creativity and a
fun filled atmosphere.
ARTVARK GALLERY's ARTISTS:
(the late) Fred Myburgh
(the late) Isaac Sithole
Alice Hund
Alison Riordan
Amos Jack
Anna Marie Roberts
Anno Berry
Caroline Gibello
Christine Scheid
Claire Christie
CP Wessels
Dumisani Mabaso
Gail Catlin
J.J Riley
Janet Ranson
Joshua Miles
Koos de Wet & Anastasia
Leora Brehm
Lizette Liebenberg
Luciano de Nobrega
Lyn Smuts
Margot Hattingh
Martin Wessels
Mimi van der Merwe
Nannete Ranger
Philip Badenhorst
Richard Rhodes
Roelie van Heerden
Sam Nhlengetwa
Shelley Maisel
Stefan Schoeman
Steven Jera
Sue van Rensburg
Tessa Wessels
Thelmi Bekker
Theo Paul Vorster
Theresa Jo
Van Wessels
Wendy Rosselli
Zoe Mafham
CONTACT US regarding any enquiries or orders
