Looking for inspiration? Or simply enjoy art? Then visit one of these Pretoria art galleries and view their selection of exhibitions.
Fried Contemporary
Fried Contemporary, founded in 2005, is one of the leading art galleries in Pretoria. Under the direction of Dr David Thom, this contemporary gallery showcases a curated collection of South African art. A visit to Fried Contemporary can be exceptionally valuable if you are looking for expert advice on purchasing or collecting South African art. You are likely to find artworks by well-known artists such as Frikkie Eksteen, Dylan Graham, Abrie Fourie, Sarel Petrus, and Usha Seejarim to name a few. In 2017 Fried Contemporary has also shown Willem Boshoff, Pat Mautloa and Wayne Barker which excites us times ten.
Inspired by the creative hotbed of emerging local talent, the gallery has launched an annual “Young Collectors” exhibit that focuses on providing a platform for the next generation of homegrown artists.
Details: 1146 Justice Mohamed Street, Brooklyn / 012 346 0158 / http://friedcontemporary.com/
House of Art
If you’re looking for art investment advice, art connoisseur Albert Korff is your guy. Together with his team at the House of Art gallery, knowledge and expertise is shared in a way that is suited to the personal style of each art-loving client. House of Art has been actively involved in the fine, decorative and investment art industry for nearly 20 years, which means that a recommended artwork is a beautiful buy that is also bound to grow in value. House of Arts showcases a selection of South African oil and acrylic paintings, and also has a framing service.
Details: Fehrsen Street, Brooklyn / 012 997 4764 / http://www.houseofart.co.za/
Trent Gallery
Trent Gallery is a well-known, intimate gallery that deals in contemporary art, old masters and offers an art-framing service as well. Located right next door to Art Lovers 1932, the two galleries often collaborate on exhibition initiatives.
Details: 198 Long Street, Waterkloof / 012 460 5497 / https://www.facebook.com/TrentGallery/
The Showroom Art Gallery
Ilze du Preez, manager and owner of The Showroom Art Gallery, offers reputable and experienced art advice. She is passionate about helping ordinary people find good art, and for the last 19 years has done just that. Contemporary South African artists whose work is available here are Adele Potgieter, Amos Langdown, Helena Wagenaar, Mies, Pieter van der Westhuizen and Munro, among others. The gallery itself is a trendy, urban space that makes a trip to The Showroom a chic outing.
Details: Plot 78C, Leander Way, Olympus / 012 991 2374 / http://www.showroomart.co.za/
