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The walls of Morgenster Estate’s restaurant have become a regular exhibition feature, with the latest art exhibit in collaboration with Eclectica Contemporary, by contemporary artist, Good Good Boy. A journey of bold colours and playful chaos that merges into deep introspection, aptly entitled Hot Mess. An exhibition that challenges norms and celebrates individuality.
A sensory experience which brings to life Morgenster’s philosophy of making meaningful connections – bringing people together through authentic Italian cuisine, award-winning wines and curated art, all in an exceptional setting. Bringing a piece of Italian lifestyle to African soil.
Good Good Boy aka Meghan Daniels’ work is multidisciplinary and inspired by the experience and reflection of ‘self’ amidst the swirling influences of the internet, pop culture, social media, socio-politics and intra and interpersonal relationships. Good Good Boy gives this a go through swathes of wild colour and self-deprecating humour – creating works that are playfully chaotic yet vulnerable, naive and sensitive.
A lot of the subject matter she paints is inspired by what was unattainable or ‘other worldly’ to her growing up – fussy dogs, fancy flowers, boutique ornaments, luxurious cars and high heels – even the medium of oil paint which she chooses to create with today. She likes to challenge the exclusivity and elitism of traditional art-making practices…choosing to smear thick, excessive layers of oil paint and scratching intimate, personal and sometimes crude markings into the canvas. These scratchings, similar to those etched into many public spaces, are like sometimes secrets and sometimes little love notes to herself and the audience. They’re also painterly archaeological diggings that archive and diarise the present.
As the exhibition is displayed in the restaurant allow yourself time to enjoy an authentic Italian meal paired perfectly with Morgenster Estate’s award-winning wine range.
For more information as well as operating hours email restaurant@morgenster.co.za, or visit www.morgenster.co.za.