André Pillay
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Portrait Abstract • 16 artworks
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Contemporary and surreal photography art presented. Depicting place and metaphor; as memory and inspiration. [...]
Contemporary and surreal photography art presented. Depicting place and metaphor; as memory and inspiration.
Photographic digital art available as prints.
Photographic digital art available as prints.
Abstract • 17 artworks
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Abstract art series. Landscape and nature inspired art impressions.
Travel | Road Trip | Landscape • 16 artworks
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Travel, place and landscape inspired art. Memory and significance of place as metaphor and experience.
Recognition
Self-taught artist
The artist has developed his technique through his own artistic experience
The artist has developed his technique through his own artistic experience
Biography
Being a self-taught artist , André has worked in multiple art mediums.
These range from painting, ceramics, and kiln-formed glass. Each of these mediums offer various challenges of manipulation and fabrication. Implementing certain ideas, thoughts and emotions in the beginning do not necessarily stay that way. He enjoys the surprises of creating work subconsciously sometimes.
His inspiration is drawn from many sources including nature, architecture, metaphors, history, the abstract, places, symbolism, illusion and interpreted in his own way.
André started focusing more on creating abstract paintings, working with acrylics and mixed-media on canvas. He aims to capture the presence, light and spirit of place. That 'place' being metaphorical and sometimes imaginary that captures human emotion.
Some of his paintings portray a more contemporary abstract, organic and textured approach with a spontaneous feel. Colour and sweeping brushstrokes all convey a certain energy to his paintings. André aims to let the viewer connect and feel these places (emotions) , both real and imaginary.
These themes of travel and place seem to permeate some of his artworks.
In 2006 he featured on SABC 3 television art and culture show named ' Curious Culture '.
Previously working through the Department of Art and Culture has afforded exhibition opportunities and experiences in working with different artists and crafters from various backgrounds.
Many of André's artwork's have been acquired locally and nationally and found homes to international collectors.
Currently also working in digital art medium as another way to express these themes.
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Nationality:
SOUTH AFRICA
- Date of birth : unknown date
- Artistic domains:
- Groups: Contemporary South African Artists
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Last modification date : Jul 24, 2025
(Member since 2010)
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Artworks by André Pillay added to favorite collections: 43
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Added Jun 6, 2013
Exploring digital art
Decided to give this a bash as another form of creative visual expression.
Having been working with ceramics and fused-glass art in the past , this now presents itself as some inspiration towards my digital art .
Objects , surface textures, layers and light are composed to form new art presentations.
Added Jan 17, 2010
Artist Statement
Being a self-taught artist , André has worked in multiple art mediums.
Many of André's artwork's have been acquired locally and nationally and found homes to international collectors .
Currently working in digital photo art medium as another way to express surreal and travel themes.
Reviews and comments
Thank you André for adding my artwork "HOPE" to your interesting collection.
Greetings Andy Ridder
Keep on inspiring .
Félicitations pour vos oeuvres ,que je trouve très poétique
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