Sappi 2018 Calendar - November Feature

Inspiration:
 

Inspired by the growth of creativity. This portrait moves beyond the scope of what you see on the surface. A story inspired by a good friend of the artist, this painting speaks directly
to what is happening currently in various creative fields. This is a proud creative moving towards an exciting future, and like Sappi, looking ahead through innovation, creativity and
internal growth.
 

Artist: Chris Valentine
Title: Sergi
Material used: Oil on canvas
Printed on: Magno^TM Satin 250g/m²
Printing technique:  Cold foil on one side of artwork and on glasses to show reflection
 

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More about the artist:
 

Chris is an artist and an illustrator, living in Johannesburg. After completing school, Chris worked as a graphic design intern leading him to become a freelance artist in 2010. This allowed him to incorporate illustrations into branding. These decisions ultimately led Chris to focus on his passion for fine art and is currently establishing a solid following for bold portraits through which he questions the formation of identity in the age of the internet.  

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