Rory Bester
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Exploration of mining taps into rich seams
Not only the subject, but also the approach and concerns of two renowned photographers lend weight to a new combined exhibition.
Out of the shadows
A comprehensive retrospective of Santu Mofokeng’s work deserves a better showing at the Wits Art Museum.
Brett Murray: Putting it bluntly
Rory Bester believes that the violent outrage at Brett Murray’s painting of Jacob Zuma is as unsurprising as Murray’s work itself.
Disturbing discontent
Award-winning artist Michael MacGarry’s exhibition uses parody to slice through layers of meaning.
Making a lasting impact with first impressions
When Ross Douglas was researching international art fairs he realised a local iteration needed a special project
A mystic’s hard words
Willem Boshoff’s self-assigned role as a druid gives him the space to take on major social issues.
Out of step with march of time
Kentridge explains the planning — and the role of the unplanned — in his latest collaboration.
The many faces of King Ferd
A new Walter Battiss exhibition that includes never-seen drawings brings in millions — and makes interesting links.
That’s entertainment
Michael MacGarry’s new solo show is sharp-witted and playful, but also just serious enough to be startlingly poignant.
Border War brought home
There is a concurrence of three substantial photographic projects that delve into the complexities of the Border War in southern Angola.