In this episode, I speak with Anico Mostert a versatile South African artist known for her multi-disciplinary approach, encompassing ceramics, textile design, animation, and painting. Her art focuses on capturing the quiet, everyday moments, characterized by intuitive processes that allow for vivid colors and playful figures. Anico often draws inspiration from social media images to create still-life scenes that blend the ordinary with the surreal. In her works, familiar domestic settings are depicted as lively yet unpopulated, while human figures are portrayed in stark, object-free environments. She uniquely names each piece, imagining the voice it would have if it could speak, further adding to the distinctive, surreal quality of her art.

Our in-depth conversation delves into the depths of Anico's creative process, exploring the intimate themes of her work. We see art through her eyes - as a tool for introspection, self-expression, self-discovery, and vulnerability. The importance of emotions in her work is significant, as is her careful selection of resonating images and colors. Anico's practices extend beyond conventional painting, sharing her profound experiences with printmaking and its impact on her artistic approach. Her artistry is an embodiment of her journey of self-discovery, making it a fascinating and enlightening exploration.

You can connect with Anico at https://instagram.com/anico___another?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==