A number of arts and crafts are available in South Africa. Rural pot makers following traditional techniques combine with bead, leather and wireworkers to produce a
distinctive range of handmade gifts. Unique wood carvings porcupine quill jewelry
basketwork fill out the range of arts and crafts on offer in South Africa
Through these arts and crafts the women express their natural creativity and generate
skills and income, nurturing their families and developing their communities.
The women of the Drakensberg area are skilled in age-old handcrafts,
such as the plaiting and weaving of indigenous grasses - a Zulu tradition
that has been handed down from mother to daughter over generations. The
woven grass (uhashu) creates baskets, bowls and mats in a wide variety of
out-of-Africa colours. The men and young boys also produce uniquely
sculptured clay animals and wood carvings
It is possible to buy locally produced arts and crafts in South Africa from vendors at many
other locations in KwaZulu Natal and South Africa. And its about supporting
the local people that a route out of poverty can be created. Arts and
crafts of South Africa offer just such an opportunity.
Examples of artworks, arts and crafts
available in South Africa
Carvings
Hand-carved wooden sculptures and carvings with more traditional themes,
Fine items made from exotic ebony wood, Large and life size teak wood
statues, Soapstone Stone carvings each individually hand carved, Moroccan
Wood Carvings, including Boxes, Picture Frames, Letter Holders, Book Ends,
Dice and more..
Furniture
Fabulous home decorations and Africa accents. A range of Ashanti stools and
Large South African Chief Chairs
Jewellery
All jewellery shown is completely hand made, authentic, and completely
African in origin and design. This jewellery will be noticed by everyone,
will make tremendous conversation pieces
Musical
Instruments
Exotic African Musical instruments not easily found elsewhere - including a
selection of Djembe Drums, Shakera, Kpalogo, Egyptian Tambourine, Koras,
Balophone, Cocotu and more...
African
Dolls
Choose from an almost unlimited variety of handmade African dolls
Wicker
& Weaving Tools
Truly authentic African artifacts - Wicker Baskets and other accessories
Batiks
& Cloth
A range of Unique batik Cloth paintings from Ivory Coast and West Africa
Oil
Paintings
Beautiful original oil paintings - depicting African scenes.
Brass
Artwork
Each piece is individually made. No two are exactly the same because the
mold is broken in the process of making the piece. These will retain their
original brilliant look indefinitely as each work is solid brass; not just
plated.
Leather
Art
All made from genuine leather - featuring African Animals - great gifts
Ardmore Ceramic Art Studio.
Internationally respected art. Every major gallery in South Africa houses
their works and there are items in collections and museums worldwide.
Telephone: (036) 468 1314
Ella's Curio Shop.
Range of arts and crafts.
Telephone: (036) 468 1000
Harry Heine House.
Wide range of arts and crafts in Winterton. Also tourism information on the
Winterton area.
Telephone: (036) 488 1180
Meadowsweet Herb Farm.
Organic herb farm which specializes in culinary and offering a wide gift
range.
Telephone: (036) 468 1216
Mulberry Studio.
Original fabric painting and ceramic studio in Winterton.
Telephone: (036) 488 1828
Open Air Bushmans Cave Museum.
Open rock art gallery at Giant's Castle.
Telephone: (036) 353 3718
Rainbow Room.
Arts and craft shop situated next to the Nest Hotel on the R600.
Telephone: (036) 468 1801
Thandanani Handcraft Centre.
Baskets, beadwork and a range of other traditional handcraft produced by the
local Amazizi people, and based on a co-operative system where local people
can collectively sell their handwork and share in the profits. On the road
to Royal Natal National Park. A traditional Amazizi kraal is being
developed.
Telephone: (036) 438 6653
The Purple House.
Wide range of arts and crafts in Winterton.
Telephone: (036) 488 1025
Thokozisa Mountain Caf ' and Indigenious Nursery.
Wide range of arts and crafts just outside Winterton.
Telephone: (036) 488 1273
Zimisele Centre.
Range of crafts at Zwelitsha.
Telephone: (036) 438 6012
Bergville
The Drakenbsberg Tourist organisation also offer handcrafts and other regional
services
Southern Drakensberg - Arts & Crafts
Eco Berg Soaps
Telephone: (033) 702 1401
Berghaven Ceramics
Telephone: (033) 702 1096
Loteni Craft Market
Telephone: (033) 702 0060
Parnassos Fine Art Studio
Telephone: (033) 701 1562
Other Arts and Crafts in South Africa
Durban - African
Art Centre
The African Art Centre is unique in S.A. as an outlet for a wide range of
creative cutural works. This non-profit project is based in Durban and aims
to promote the traditional artistic heritage of African people.
Marine Parade - DumaZulu
Traditional Village & Lodge
An unrivalled ethnic experience in the heart of Zululand, with accommodation
next door in different units, each representing a different tribe in South
Africa.
Hluhluwe
Strategically placed for eco-tourism, with cultural and historical trips to
places of interest in Zululand and Maputoland. Arts and Crafts from the
local communities at the all park entrances.
links to South African Arts and Crafts
online
African artist - Elliot
Mkhungo - African
arts, crafts and curios. Bull horn bird hand carved by South African artist
Elliot Mkhungo.
African Artist Gallery -
Dealers of non-conformist and non-ethnical
African art in watercolors, oil paintings. Unusual textured collages
depicting the African wildlife and culture of Southern Africa.
Albany Museum - Collections and research cover history,
archaeology, freshwater invertebrates and fishes, geology and terrestrial
insects. The Museum also has a large herbarium, reference library and
genealogy service.
Aquila Art - Virtual art gallery based in Bloemfontein
offering African artworks, paintings and sculptures.
Art & Culture - Local artists work in a wide variety of media
from painting, sculpture, graphics and ceramics to different crafts,
doll-making and fashion design
Art in South Africa - Lists South African artists, art associations,
art galleries and art events.
Arts Alive - Arts Alive is the biggest international festival
of arts and culture in South Africa.
Artzone - The South African Arts and Cultural Hub.
Bosch Munro Gallery - Gallery & Studios in Graskop in the
Mpumalanga highlands displaying work by the owners and other local artists.
Bushpig Art and Crafts - The Bushpig in
Knysna, South Africa, is a design
studio, craft workshop and gallery.
Cape Town Opera - Provides information on current and forthcoming
productions, training and development, artistic and production staff and
ticket reservations. Centurion Art Centre - A one-stop art shop and framing facility.
Dave Adnams Art - Dave Adnams has been specialising in automotive
art for decades. A trained graphic artist, he swapped the world of
advertising for the more satisfying profession of creating original art for
individual customers and corporations.
Dolphin Dreams - Soul Art, airbrush artists of fine art,
commercial art, illustrations, murals, airbrushing, custom painting, posters
and photography.
Grannie's Goodies - Genuine homemade arts and crafts from the heart
of South Africa
King George VI Art Gallery -
Serving
all sectors of the public through programmes of art research,
conservation,publications, educational and recreationalevents and
exhibitions.
Lindley Art Gallery - Come and visit our Gallery, we hope that you will
enjoy the art works and information available.
Lipschitz Gallery - Exhibits of works by established and emerging
South African artists. Assists private and corporate buyers wishing to
invest in art.
The Drawing Room - Decribes the work and contact details of Pat
Hoebel.
The Illustrators Portfolio -
Database
of professional freelance illustrators in South Africa. Features illustrations, cartoons and caricatures by a selection of South Africa's
leading illustrators.
