I'm Monica, a proudly South African (and Hungarian) artist and designer based in Johannesburg. Art is my life-long passion and my adoration of nature dates back to my very early childhood. This theme is an ongoing exploration in my work - the creation that The Lord blesses us with, is my pivotal inspiration.

Flowers, landscapes and nature are my subject choices, often capturing sentimental scenes within my surrounds and memories of places that I have experienced, as far back as childhood. For this reason, butterflies are a consistent symbol that I include in my work, as well as specific flowers and birds too. My textures too, form part of my personal symbolism. My work tells a very personal story of me, what lives within my mind and these are personal symbolisms that I must and will continue to include.

The sensory relationship between the painting and the viewer, is an important consideration for me and the entire process of creating is conscious and deliberate, always intending to connect with and share my emotions, inspiration and sentiment with the viewer. 

I engage in various art disciplines and use a variety of media. My subjects often dictate my media choices as well as the style I choose to depict them in. My intention is to capture my emotion concerning the subject, rather than realism.
I am a lover of all media, for me there is an exciting element and special characteristic within each one. I predominantly use oils, acrylics and watercolours - often a combination within one art work. I sometimes make my own inks from organic materials and I enjoy using these too. Line, definition, contrast and mood, are huge factors in my creative process.

I have been a creative all my life, I partook in art throughout school and after matric, I trained and became a jewellery designer. In 2010, I decided to follow my dream and become a full time professional artist. Although I am mostly self taught and do not have a formal tertiary education in art, I have invested in my skills and have developed techniques and a style that my work has become recognised for.

My work has featured at these incredible Galleries and I have participated in many group Exhibitions, including the SA Botanical Artists Worldwide Exhibition.
My work has also featured in Joy Magazine online, Garden and Home magazine, as well as in The Sunday Times.

St Lorient Art Gallery, Pretoria,
Everard Read Gallery, Johannesburg,
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens,
Alice Art Gallery, Ruimsig,
Johann van Heerden Gallery, Pretoria, Showroom Art Gallery, Pretoria,
Purple Heart Gallery and Framing, Randpark Ridge,
Ferreira Art Gallery, Bryanston

In addition, I have sold my work privately to collectors. My work is featured locally, throughout Europe, Australia and the USA.

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My ethos is to sincerely and honestly create, depicting that which captivates and evokes interest within me. I have experienced how beautiful things have the ability to uplift and inspire. My goal is beauty with a purpose: to impart joy and inspiration to everyone who encounters my work. 

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Thank you for your interest and for allowing me to introduce you to my inspirations.

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