Posts by Mariska Nell
On Running 005
This one of a kind custom On Running shoes was created especially for Cliff Nunley, as part of the Art Run Cliff won a pair of custom shoes. After a few coffees and a lot of brainstorming. The shoes were created to represent Cliff and his journey from the USA to the UAE. The left…
Read Full PostReuse, Recycle, Rehumanize
“Reuse, Recycle, Rehumanize” was inspired by a photo I took a few years back in South Africa. She looked so peaceful, calm, and at that moment it seemed like all her troubles lifted from her shoulders, and she could reach for the stars. I wanted to capture that moment in my art too, and encourage…
Read Full PostThe Rock of the Noahtion
“The Rock of the Noahtion” is a custom piece, created for South African Comedian and host of The Daily Show, Trevor Noah. The relationship that Trevor and his mother, Patricia is such a special bond. Being raised by a single mother during apartheid in South Africa had many challenges as Trevor, who was “born a…
Read Full PostIt’s All About The Journey
“It’s All About The Journey” was inspired by a photograph I took of my husband while roaming, the streets of Old Havana. This is one of my favourite photos, as I feel this photo makes you want to jump in and enjoy the journey with him. I used acrylic paint with a monochrome colour scheme…
Read Full PostI am Her – Working Mother
This painting is part of the series titled “I Am Her.” In this series, I create art pieces of inspirational woman from all walks of life. I photograph each of the women from four sides. Depicting a 360-degree view of the specific woman to look deeper and get a better understanding of the particular woman.…
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