Exhibitions and News
HERstory Opening Speech by Mariapaola McGurk
Many years back I went to the theatre with my family. At the end of the production the audience gave a standing ovation, and the artistic director came and said…
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“HERstory” a Group Show by Contemporary Women Artists at Artyli Gallery
From this history, the intuitive and creative undertaking of ‘HERstory’ is to foster compassion, belonging and the freedom to express through authentic narratives of embodied experience told through the uniting…
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Turbine Art Fair 2023 “Multilayered Memories” a Solo Exhibition by Andrew Ntshabele
The Turbine Art Fair (TAF) is a vibrant art fair that annually showcases artworks by established and emerging contemporary African artists who are each immensely talented in their own right.…
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Unveiling “Urban Echoes”: Enter for a Chance to Win an Anton Smit Sculpture valued at over R 20,000!
Prepare to be inspired by a collaboration that challenges conventions and celebrates the convergence of two contrasting art forms. We are excited to invite you to participate in “Urban Echoes,”…
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“Roots to Wings” Group Exhibition at Artyli Gallery
Throughout history art has simultaneously been an imperative cultural catalyst for change and a necessity for the human spirit that fosters individual solace and collective contemplation. Contemporary art and art…
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“Reflecting Forward” Group exhibition 8 April – 7 June
Artyli Gallery in Sandton Square is excited to invite you to our next exhibition “Reflecting Forward”, which showcases new works by Andrew Ntshabele and Morgan Mahape as well as introducing…
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Walkabout with Frans Thoka
This Saturday the 18th March you are invited to join Frans Thoka at 11 am at the Artyli Gallery as he talks to us about a new series of works…
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“African Alchemy” at Artyli Gallery
Although art is often seen as something that is traditionally made from mediums like paint, ink, charcoal and marble, the ability to see the potential in what surrounds us has…
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How both physical gallery exhibitions and online exhibitions build into the experience of art
“You have different kinds of responses from the public to a gallery and to an exhibition, a large portion of the public feel intimidated by a gallery because there is…
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Karen Cullinan talks about the Future of Exhibitions on 702. Weekend Breakfast Show
Director of The Artyli Gallery, Karen Cullinan joins Gushwell discussing the relationship between galleries and exhibitions and how this has evolved during and post Covid.
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Mariapaola Mcgurk talks about Streams of Dreams Exhibition on 702. Weekend Breakfast Show
Mariapaola McGurk, Researcher and visual artist discusses the group exhibition “Streams of Dreams” including various artists, running at The Artyli Gallery until the 28th of February 2023.
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“Streams of Dreams” at Artyli Gallery
At the end of a year one tends to stop and take note of the past last twelve months, considering ones highs and lows over the year. In an art…
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“EarthSong” at Artyli Gallery
“The effect that human beings are having on the natural world is profound. Because we are out of touch with the natural world… most of us don’t see the effects.” Sir…
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My Heritage My Art
“Heritage” has many meanings although it is directly linked to who we are and where we come from. For some of us the focus of our heritage is very personal;…
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“Colossal” an Exhibition by Anton Smit
ANTON SMIT PRESS RELEASE “By revelation and imagination we are transformed by the light and shapes the forms and voids of life “ – Anton Smit Art is metamorphic in…
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“Vivid Identity” A Portraiture Exhibition
Artyli Gallery is excited to present their latest group exhibition “Vivid Identity”, which opens in conjunction with Anton Smits new exhibition “Colossal” on the 13th of August at 2pm at…
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Turbine Art Fair ” The Turning of the Tide ” a solo exhibition by Andrew Ntshabele
Don’t miss Artyli.com at the Turbine Art Fair, 21 – 24 July 2022, which showcases exceptional new works by Andrew Ntshabele. This solo exhibition entitled, “The Turning of the Tide”…
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The Stories In-Between – Exhibition
Artyli is excited to invite you to join us for live jazz, delicious snacks, and a glass of wine to celebrate the opening of our latest exhibition entitled The Stories…
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Exhibition – Into the Light
“Into the Light” group exhibition opened at the Artyli.com Gallery in Nelson Mandela Square Mall opens on Saturday the 26th of March and runs until the end of May 2022.…
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Exhibition – Dance of the Counterpoints
“Dance of the Counterpoints” refers to the harmony that is created out of diversity. In music, a counterpoint expresses the harmonic interdependence between two melodic lines, whose rhythm and melodies…
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Andrew Ntshabele Encounters II Artyli.com Exhibition
Watch the video below to learn more: Andrew Ntshabele talks about his latest works on the Encounters Exhibition. When the past and the present encounter each other, a space lies…
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Exhibition – Africonic 2021
Join us for the opening of AFRICONIC our dynamic new curated, group exhibition and the launch event of Artyli.com in Nelson Mandela Square Mall on Heritage Day. Date: 24 September (Heritage Day)…
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The Saxon Hotel – Interview with Karen Cullinan
We are absolutely honoured to partner with The Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa, who are highly respected patrons of the arts, here in South Africa. The Saxon Hotel owns a…
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Exhibition – Encounters
Andrew Ntshabele`s new solo exhibition entitled “Encounters”, showcases exquisite new artworks. The word “Encounters” is interpreted as “an unexpected meeting or experience that happens by chance”. Andrew Ntshabele continues to…
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Exhibition – Captcha Colour
CAPTCHA COLOUR Artyli.com’s bright new pop-up exhibition promises to boost your dopamine levels and breathe life into the dullest, downcast soul. Created by HUMANS for HUMANS each artwork bears the…
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Exhibition – African Limited Edition Prints Series 1
Andrew Ntshabele has continued to inspire the viewer with thoughtful concepts that have been brought to life in his artworks. His skilful and unique interpretation of children, over various backgrounds,…
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Exhibition – Trio Umoyo
“Trio Umoyo “translated means Three Souls. Trio Umoyo celebrates new artworks by Andrew Ntshabele, Lindo Zwane and ceramic artist Charmaine Haines. Expect to be delighted, as you engage with the…
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Exhibition – Umzansi Umoya
“Umzansi Umoya “directly translated means South Wind. Wind energy is a free renewable energy source and will never run out. As new winds begin to blow, bringing a season of…
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Exhibition: Tree Songs
“The potter Paulus Berensohn spoke about ‘singing up the earth’, a phrase that has really inspired me. In this body of work I’m trying to find my own ‘tree songs’…
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Interview with Ludumo Maqabuka
Ludumo Maqabuka’s exhibition entitled, Urban Inscriptions, opened to the public on Saturday, 10 October, to an enthusiastic art audience, of over 250 guests. The esteemed Gordon Froud, Visual Artist and…
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Exhibition: The Emergence Collection
The process of creating can be likened to a womb-like experience, thoughts, stories, hidden and concealed, slowly developing, until the moment of birth is ready. Lockdown has been a moment…
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Exhibition: Urban Inscriptions
Artyli.com is honoured to present the artwork of Ludumo Maqabuka, in an exhibition entitled Urban Inscriptions. Contemporary Urban artist, Ludumo Maqabuka is an artist whose work is at the juncture…
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Interview with Stompie Selibe
How did you arrive at the current style that you are becoming well known for? Music played an essential part in the inspiration and creation of a piece of art,…
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Interview with Andrew Ntshabele
Who has been your biggest influence? My biggest influence was my Mother as she encouraged me to become a professional artist, to be patient and have a love for what…
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Interview with Charmaine Haines
What is your earliest recollection of clay? The Grahamstown Pottery, later known as Drosdty used to be across the road from my grandparents. As a child, I remember looking down…
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Interviews with our “Sounds in Solitude” featured artists
As the butterfly intentionally finds its way out of the cocoon, its wings stronger than before, life bringing winged patterns of colour and vibrant splendour evolve, ready for flight as…
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Exhibition: Sounds in Solitude
Life has forced us to be silent and listen with new ears. Noisy routines numb the senses obscuring obvious problems or solutions. In solitude the inner voice becomes clearer, freeing…
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Exhibition: Heartland Recounted
Heartland Recounted – an exclusive online group exhibition presented by Artyli.com. Artistic landscapes typify vistas that have been captured through the lens of an artistic heart and processed through the thoughts…
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Exhibition: I am because we are
“I am because we are” is an exclusive online group exhibition by Artli.com, showcasing the artwork of four South African Artists who are beginning to attract ongoing international attention. The…
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About Artyli Gallery
Artyli Gallery, is a contemporary African Art Gallery which showcases various collections of artwork created by artists at various stages of their careers. Artyli Gallery is driven by passion for contemporary African art as well as to see our artists succeed. We provide a platform that supports artists at different stages of their careers, creating opportunities for exposure and recognition. Our gallery and digital platforms are designed to foster connections between artists and collectors, while celebrating the vibrant diversity of African art.”
Artyli Gallery invites art enthusiasts, collectors, and visitors alike to explore thought-provoking exhibitions that challenge conventions and celebrate the unique perspectives and creative voices of African artists. We are based on the Lower Level in Nelson Mandela Square ( opposite the escalators to the MichelAngelo Hotel ), Sandton, and are open every day between 9am and 6pm.
