I was on a 'seeking Nguni' trail that led me to my first time meeting with Ronnie. I was immediately transported into another world as I walked past and absorbed painting after painting in her 'art filled' and charming home.
Though subject matters are diversified - attention to detail and intensity of mood are intrinsic to each piece!!As this is the first time for Ronnie's work to be posted onto this site - I asked her for a little background:
"Bloemfontein born Ronnie Huber moved to Durban in 1970 and has always exhibited a passion for the arts. Coming to painting via ceramics, she explores form, colour and texture. Though her first love remains oil on canvas, she also enjoys pastels and life drawing under the guidance of prominent local artists Deanne Donaldson and Pascale Chandler. Working from her Glenwood home studio, her broad appreciation of music, a love of the environment and the magic of light inspire her and are reflected in her work. She explores a wide range of subjects including still life,landscapes,human form and informal portraiture. Her work appears locally and in international homes"
The larger piece (oil on canvas -800mm x 1100mm) shown at the top of this post, depicts such an incredible strength of character - to quote the title - a true Celebration of Nguni - indeed!!The smaller pieces (oil on canvas - 500mm x 500mm) are all part of a charming ongoing series of Nguni - the demand being greater than the supply!!....no need to explain!!
Watch this space for more of Ronnie's work!!
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