The South African Artist – Issue 53, 2020

The South African Artist – Issue 53, 2020 is a digital PDF edition of the country’s dedicated fine art magazine. This issue captures a moment when lockdown changed studio routines and sparked a wider interest in creative hobbies. The complete magazine can be downloaded instantly after purchase.

This edition presents a wide range of South African talent, from featured artists to practical oil, acrylic, watercolour, pastel and pencil guidance. It also includes coverage of the Wildlife Artist of the Year 2020, announced online in May 2020.

Book Overview

Published by LTH Media and edited by Linda Hodnett, The South African Artist – Issue 53, 2020 offers 83 pages of editorial content, including the magazine’s usual fine art mix and a new craft section. The issue introduces featured artists such as Donna McKellar, Karin Abedian, Lwando Lunika and Titus Agbara, alongside technical demonstrations from several contributing artists.

This edition is aimed at artists and art lovers interested in South African contemporary art and practical techniques.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• Featured artist profiles, including Donna McKellar, Karin Abedian, Lwando Lunika and Titus Agbara.
• Wildlife Artist of the Year 2020 winners and selected artworks from the competition.
• Oil painting tips from Margaret De Bree and Donna McKellar.
• Acrylic guidance from Malcolm Dewey and pencil techniques from Francesca Cockcroft.
• Watercolour demonstrations with Marion Townsend.
• The making of a pastel with Paul Allan and the My Gallery feature by Tonya Seiler.
• A craft section added to support lockdown creativity.

Why This Book Matters

This issue documents a historic year for wildlife art, with DSWF’s Wildlife Artist of the Year 2020 celebrating natural-world creativity and raising funds for conservation. It also reflects the early months of the pandemic, when many readers returned to painting and crafts for comfort and connection.

For those interested in South African art, this issue offers a snapshot of the artists, materials and techniques shaping the local scene in 2020.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download and no physical item will be shipped. After your purchase, you can access the PDF immediately from your account. The file works with appropriate Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile phones and most reading apps that support PDF documents.

FAQ

How do I get access after purchase? The PDF is available for instant download once your order is complete.

Will I receive a physical magazine? No. This is a digital-only edition, with no shipping involved.

Can I read it on my device? Yes, the PDF can be opened on compatible tablets, smartphones, desktops and reading apps.

Download this edition today and explore the craft and creativity inside The South African Artist.