Being a South African artist, I experience my art as a voice, expressing my innermost joys and fears. I am very susceptible to emotions and use this attribute to observe people, their experiences and that of my everyday surroundings. My processes of painting include spiritualism, color symbolism as well as the use of the coloring of semi-precious stones. I mainly paint with oil on canvas and work from my own photographs, my models mostly being my children, husband, farm workers or friends.

During my studies as fashion designer, we did a lot of figure drawing and this love for figures will always be part of my artistic expression. My art has also transgressed into sculpting, hence an immense adoration for Auguste Rodin.

As I constantly seek wisdom in life, so I do in my art. I continuously study the great artists like Monet, van Gogh, Gaugin, Renoir, Modigliani, Picasso, Salvador Dali and the German expressionists. By not only studying their art, but their lives as well, I am united with these wise souls on a deeper level that transcends time and space. This, as well as the vibrant African sun I am exposed to, inspires bright coloring in my paintings and allows me to portray both the fragile and the bold.

My dream is that through my art I can change the circumstances in South Africa. That all South Africans can live in a respectful, corruption free, safe environment.


Gallery Comment : Viewing the works of Grady Zeeman one feels pulled towards a dense and profound mystery. Through the artist's experienced use of color the viewer seems to be taken by the hand and drawn inside the work. The warm tones of her brushstrokes and softness of form permit one to enter into contact with the natural surroundings of her beloved South Africa.

Artwork information and Pricing :

All artworks presented in the Slideshow are oil on canvas.

At Peace - 2009, 71 x 89 cm, €650.00 euro.
Learning how to balance all knowledge, applying it as wisdom and experiencing the calming warmth of the Light.
Wisdom - 2008, 61 x 91 cm, €650.00 euro.
True wisdom comes through patience and endurance – the knowledge
that everything is connected by the hand of God.
Femininity - 2008, 71 x 89 cm, €650.00 euro.
Soft and sensual, powerful and passionate – femininity is a union
of numerous attributes.
Feminine Strength - 2008, 71 x 89 cm, €650.00 euro.
The strength from within - a combination of spirituality, solid relationships, and the knowledge of where I come from –
sets the path for where I’m going.
Celebration of Femininity - 2008, 71 x 89 cm, €650.00 euro.
A spiritual celebration of the joy of being a woman, grounded in knowledge, elated in wisdom.
Conversion - 2009, 71 x 89 cm, € 650.00 euro.
Through love we can convert from hatred, jealousy and strife to a life of understanding another and giving love and mercy.
Surrendering to the Light - 2009, 71 x 89 cm, €650.00 euro.
The power of clear knowledge that God holds my entire future in His hands – everything will happen according to His will and time.
Relationships - 2008, 71 x 71 cm, €600 euro.
Fluency in relationships depends on the degree of enthusiasm
people are willing to extend.
Metamorphosis - 2009, 89 x 71cm, € 650.00 euro.
After months of being in the pupa stadium, I am finally free to fly
with the most beautiful wings of love and mercy.
Endurance - 2008, 91 x 61 cm, € 650.00 euro.
Through time and hardship, the art of spiritual endurance can be
perfected, by striving for a harmonious relationship with God.
Criticism - 2009, 71 x 89 cm, € 650.00 euro.
Means condemnation, reproof, faultfinding, blame, disapproval, judgment. Criticism is born in the heart and uttered through the mouth. What we say and how we say it, can change the way another person sees himself throughout his entire life. Words can be just as fatal as any bullet.


Shipping info :
I normally send my paintings stretched, but if the buyer prefers I can roll them. I use Dawn Wing couriers. The buyer is responsible for courier fees.
For three or more paintings sold together to the same buyer, I will pay 50% of the shipping.

If you are interested in purchasing one of the artworks presented here or if you would like further information about the artist please contact : elizabeth@artromgallery.com