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Dr. Michael Durst - "Madiba's Hope"

"Madiba's Hope"

Madiba's Hope
Acrylic on Canvas, US$ 303 273
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Acrylic on Canvas

W: 914mm x H: 610mm x D: 20mm
W: 36" x H: 24" x D: 1"

Approx. Weight: 2kg

This work is unframed

Price

US$ 273 SOLD

Scale

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Reference

Portrait 6

About "Madiba's Hope"

This painting, is part of a series of works to honour the memory of Nelson Mandela, who is called "Madiba" or father by South Africans. Mandela is known for his love of children. This painting illustrates the deep concern that Madiba had for all children and especially those living in poverty and substandard situations. But no matter how dire the circumstances, Mandela gave these children hope that life can be better.

The artist wanted to make this child universal in appearance. The child could be from one of South Africa's townships, or from Indonesia, China, South America, or could be a Native American or Eskimo. Actually she is also ageless. Is she 8 or 18? No matter where she lives or how old she is, Mandela has given hope to people the world over that by coming from compassion and forgiveness and by working together, we can all strive to make this world a better place to live for all.

This painting is rich in colours and texture. The strong geometric design of the cap contrasts with the softness of her face. The flowing curtain to the left allows air in and sunshine to provide the warmth of optimism. This highly textured work of art literally shimmers with colours.

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About Dr. Michael

Dr. Michael Durst

According to the Ico Gallery in New York, "Dr. Michael Durst is one of the most exciting South African artists. As a psychologist, Dr. Durst's paintings create not only beauty for the beholder, but also a state of relaxation and healing. His work combines realism with impressionism, evoking an emotional link to the heart thus the name: Heartscapes.

Dr. Durst loves to paint the beauty of Cape Town--especially the Waterfront, Table Mountain, ocean views, spring flowers, the vineyards and, of course, the people of the Cape. According to Dr. Durst, "I like to re-create a "magical moment" that I have experienced. As I do so, I strive to achieve a delicate balance between the realism of the scene and the even greater intensity created by light, texture and colour. At a certain juncture, an integration occurs. The captured moment in time is taken in without judgment by the brain, allowing the vibrational intensity to adjust the frequency of the hearts rhythms. As the integrated process continues, the viewer becomes awash with positive emotions, a sense of peace, and greater coherence all of which contribute to physical, mental and spiritual healing."

Price Range

US$ 127-764

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Exhibitions

Reviews:

ART FOR THE HEART by Hilary Benjamin, The Atlantic Sun, September, 2007
WHEN ART AND MATHS ADD UP by Wendyl Martin, The Argus, November 2011

Exhibitions:
2004-2006 Sun International Gallery, Cape Town
2008- The Blue Dolphin Gallery in the Netherlands
2009-Perspectives of Reality- Ico Gallery, New York
2010- "The Rhythmic Figure" Ico Gallery, New York
2011-Seven Wonders of the World" Machu Picchu Gallery, India
2011-Classic Art Gallery, Waterfront Cape Town
2012-Cape Professional Artists-Kirstenbosch Garden, Cape Town
2012-Picturesque Gallery-Cape Town
2012-Gallery Africa-Waterfront- Cape Town
2012-The Bay Gallery at the Bay Hotel in Camps Bay, Cape Town
2012-Le Franschhoek Gallery, Franschhoek, near Cape Town
2013-Gallery Africa, Cape Town
2014-Gallery Africa, Cape Town
2014-Picturesque Gallery, Cape Town
2015-Chicago Artists Month-Greenleaf Art Center, Chicago

Solo Exhibitions:
2007-Heartscapes of the Cape- Eclectic Gallery, Cape Town
2008-Postcards from the Heart of Cape Town-Table Bay Hotel, Cape Town
2009-Magical Moments in Sea Point-Eclectic Gallery, Cape Town
2011-The Wonders of Fractal Art-Eclectic Gallery, Cape Town
2012-Best of Show-Winchester Mansions, Cape Town
2015-Euphoric Visions- Winchester Mansions, Cape Town
2015-Euphoric Visions- Winchester Mansions, Cape Town
2016-Art for the Heart- Winchester Mansions, Cape Town
2017-Sacred Geometric Visions-Winchester Mansions, Cape Town
2018-Cape Impressions-Winchester Mansions, Cape Town
2019-The Spirit & the Substance-Wincheser Mansions, Cape Town
2020-The Art of Awakening-Winchester Mansions, Cape Town
Books:
2010-Cape Town Heartscapes- The Works of Dr. Michael Durst
2011-The Wonders of Fractal Art


Private Collections:
In South Africa, England, Scotland, France, Germany, Canada, Australia, Chile, Turkey and the United States.

Education

Oakland University BA, Michigan State MA, Loyola University PhD

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