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In a world that constantly encourages us to seek perfection, Wabi-Sabi offers a quieter invitation.
Rooted in a centuries-old Japanese philosophy, Wabi-Sabi finds beauty in imperfection, simplicity and the natural passage of time.

In a world that feels increasingly fast, fragmented and uncertain, ROOTED invites a return – to ground, to body, to breath. ROOTED explores the importance of grounding ourselves physically, mentally and emotionally. It considers what it means to stand steady amidst movement and to remain anchored while the world shifts around us.

The Gallery presents DE/MATERIALIZE, a contemporary group exhibition bringing together textile art, painting, sculpture, drawing, and mixed media. Running from 5 February to 23 March, the exhibition explores transformation; what happens when materials shift, soften, unravel, or are reimagined, and how meaning can deepen in that process.

As the year draws to a close and the festive season gathers us together, we find ourselves returning to familiar faces, familiar places, and familiar feelings. NOSTALGIA, The Gallery’s summer exhibition, invites both artist and viewer to linger in this tender space between memory and presence.

In collaboration with First Thursdays at The Studios Immersion is a two-month-long journey into the heart of presence, where visitors are invited to step away from life’s constant rush and fully engage with the art around them.

In a world that constantly reshapes itself through cycles of collapse and restoration, REVIVAL invites both artists and viewers to reflect on what it means to begin again, mend or emerge anew.

In collaboration with First Thursdays at the Studios Biophilia brings together a curated selection of local artists whose work reflects the profound impact nature has on our physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing.

As part of our Periphery exhibition, The Gallery invited artists to share their creative process and the ideas behind their work. Durban-based artist Ashley Mets reflects on her shift from realism to illustration and the inspiration behind her collection Femme Muse.