[ont]BLOOT/Unveiled & VULEKA Competition at Art.b Gallery on Sanlam Arts Round Up

On  the Sanlam Arts Round Up on FMR, Anne Wells uncovers [ont]BLOOT/Unveiled, the new exhibition at Art.b Gallery, and highlights the June submission date for the annual VULEKA Competition.

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Anne Wells, Acting Chair of the Arts Association of Belville tells us what to expect of the exciting new exhibition [ont]BLOOT/Unveiled done in collaboration with Beyond the Frames Life Drawing under guidance of  Monique Heystek. Together they have created a huge show. It was an open call to Cape Town and beyond and 380 works were received covering a multiplicity of media – painting, sculpture, photography, printed linen and life drawing sketches.

The 6pm [ont]BLOOT/Unveiled opening reflects the fact that the work, focusing on nudes, is aimed at a more mature audience. One can expect a mix from polished work by accomplished artists to emerging life drawing sketches. The predominance of unframed, nude sketches provides the opportunity for new collectors to acquire low cost, affordable works. It opens up the art market and makes it more accessible. The works at the higher, professional level are at normal market value. And overall there is an edgy quality to the exhibition. Parental guidance is advised and as the work features nudity it might not be suitable for all audiences.

Anne draws attention to the Vuleka Competition with submissions being limited to 15 June to 1 July. ‘Vuleka’ means open – na is in fact open to all over 18 years old. The artist must not have had a solo exhibition over the past 3 years. This provides a professional  exhibition space for new, emerging  artists or artists wanting to relaunch.  See also VULEKA Art Competion 2025.

Other [ont]BLOOT/Unveiled Events to Note

Life Drawing Sessions at the Gallery:
Join Beyond the Frames for a series of life drawing evenings held inside the Art.b Gallery on Thursdays, 15, 22, and 29 May, from 17:30 for 18:00 until 21:00.
Special Offer: R280 grants entry for you and a friend — because art is always better shared. The price includes a glass of wine, drawing paper, and art materials.
Spaces are limited, and pre-booking is essential. To reserve your spot, please contact Susa directly at 079 035 5543.
Whether you’re a seasoned artist or simply curious, come sketch, sip, and be inspired in an unforgettable setting surrounded by powerful works from the [ont]BLOOT / Unveiled exhibition.

Special Event – 8 May:
On Thursday, 8 May, in celebration of the official 100th birthday of Afrikaans, Beyond the Frames will host a special Open Mic Poetry evening at the Art.b Gallery. Further details will be shared via Instagram and email artb@artb.co.za — don’t miss out!

WHAT: [ont]BLOOT/Unveiled 
WHERE: Art.b Gallery, Cultural Hub, Library Centre, Carl van Aswegen St, Belville, Cape Town 7530
WHEN: opening 6pm Saturday 3 May 2025
INFO: T 072380 7268 | E artb@artb.co.za | VISIT |  Instagram   | VULEKA Competition |

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