On Running

By Mariska Nell | 12/23/2024

“On Running” was inspired by the On Running ArtRun that was held in Dubai. The entire piece is created with old shoe boxes and shoes to create the logo of OnRunning with pops of colour. The background represents the clouds that can be seen inside their shoeboxes. I have also added a few 3D clouds…

On Running 005

By Mariska Nell | 12/23/2024

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…

Reuse, Recycle, Rehumanize

By Mariska Nell | 12/23/2024

“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…

The Rock of the Noahtion

By Mariska Nell | 12/23/2024

“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…

It’s All About The Journey

By Mariska Nell | 12/23/2024

“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…

I am Her – Working Mother

By Mariska Nell | 12/23/2024

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.…

By Mariska Nell | 12/23/2024

“Family Will Always Fit In Any Heart Puzzle” was inspired by Virgin Radio’s DJ Kris Fade and the beautiful relationship that he has with his two daughters. As a single father, I feel that he is doing an excellent job raising two little princesses and wanted to capture that in my art. The portrait is…

Young Love

By Mariska Nell | 12/23/2024

“Young Love” was inspired by a photograph I took while sitting at a restaurant in Old Havana. Old Havana was buzzing with noises of laughter. Children were making their way home after school and you could hear some of them running around, others laughing out loud. There were groups of children playing in the square.…

What Else George?

By Mariska Nell | 12/23/2024

“What Else George? ” was inspired by Nespresso and my love for coffee. I wanted to create a piece that represents Nespresso and what better than their patron, George Clooney. In the commercials, they refer to Nespresso and say “What Else” and this was the main inspiration in creating this piece. I used acrylic paint…

My Little Cupcake

By Mariska Nell | 12/23/2024

“My Little Cupcake” was inspired by a photo that I took. I baked cupcakes for the children and we had a large table set up with all the treats. Through all the laughter and excitement of the treats, this little girl stood out as she had a sense of sadness about her and tears in…