In Part 1 of our gallery roundup, we look at the galleries on the Sir Lowry Strip. Next week’s installment will cover the galleries on Albert Rd as well as those further afield. If we have missed anyone please let us know and we’ll gladly add them. At last count there are 12 galleries in the art hub Woodstock!
The Stevenson Gallery
One of the established galleries that has contributed to the popularity of the Sir Lowry Rd area since its move in 2008. It is one of the must-see destinations and is known for its engagement with contemporary art practices in South Africa as well giving South African artists a wider platform throughout the world. The Stevenson connection can, like Saatchi, work magic for an artist’s career.
The details:
Where: Buchanan Building, 160 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock, Cape Town, 7925.
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 1pm.
Current Exhibition: Conrad Botes, Keren Cytter, Simon Gush, Igshaan Adams
Contact: cpt@stevenson.info. T +27 (0)21 462 1500. F +27 (0)21 462 1501
Website: www.stevenson.info
The Goodman Gallery
At the forefront of South African contemporary art as well as the greater African continent. It has William Kentridge, Kendell Geers and David Goldblatt on its books. It offers space, glorious space, for its artists but finding the gallery entrance on the 3rd floor can be an interesting challenge for first-time visitors.
The details:
Where: 3rd Floor Fairweather House176 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock, Cape Town, 7915.
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 1pm.
Current Exhibition: Siemon Allen (until 22nd Oct)
Contact: cpt@goodman-gallery.com +27 21 462 7573
Website: www.goodman-gallery.com
Blank Projects
Blank Projects is an independent, artist-run exhibition space run by Jonathan Garnham and has been in Woodstock since 2008. It is dedicated to new developments in contemporary South African Art and encourages experimental practice from both emerging and established artists, building a context for the dissemination of ideas around contemporary African arts practice.
The details:
Where: 113-115 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock, Cape town | 7925
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 1pm.
Current Exhibition: Hoist by Jared Ginsburg and Falsework by Kyle Morland (until 29th Oct)
Contact info@blankprojects.com +27 72 1989221 | +27 72 5075951
Website: www.blankprojects.com
34 Fine Art
Relocating in January last year from 34 Long Street, this gallery has joined the trend to Woodstock and is happy to be here with the big names. Parking is easier, too. Ask the Security to direct you if you have difficulty in spotting them on the 2nd floor. Contemporary artists and works from the international arena, including China.
The details:
Where: Second Floor The Hills Building, Buchanan Square, 160 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock 7925
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10h34 – 16h34, Saturday 10h34 – 13h34
Current Exhibition: New Arrivals “Group Exhibitions”
Contact: +27 21 461 1863
Website: http://34fineart.com/
The South African Print Gallery
Run by Gabriel Clark-Brown who as a Master Print Maker sought to promote the appreciation of South African fine art printmaking. He is also Editor of the SA Art Times.
The emphasis of the gallery is more than simply promoting the big names in printmaking, but showcasing quality printmaking, with the emphasis on quality, good and unusual prints.
The details:
Where: 109 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock, Cape Town
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Friday 9 – 16, Saturday 9-13
Contact: 021 462 6851 info@printgallery.co.za
Website: www.printgallery.co.za
Art South Africa
The physical presence of the Art South Africa publication. Apart from the publication, it sells mostly prints and art books and is well worth popping your head in.
The details:
Where: Ground Floor, Fairweather House, 176 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock, 7925
Contact: +27 (0)21 465 9108, info@artsouthafrica.com
Website: www.artsouthafrica.com
South
Dedicated to art from Kwazulu Natal. On the first floor of Fairweather House (while looking for the Goodman Gallery).
The details:
Where: 1st Floor Fairweather House176 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock, Cape Town, 7915.
Current Exhibition: Retsepile Mohali
