Janet van Wyk, Landscape and Wildlife Art

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  • SHOW: Ancient guardians
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    Ancient guardians

    In the quiet golden breath of late afternoon, the ancient baobabs of Pafuri stand like timeless guardians of the Kruger National Park. Their bare branches reach toward the sky like open arms, holding stories of drought, rain, and countless sunsets. Warm light spills across the red earth, softening the silence, and for a moment the…

  • SHOW: Heart of the Wild
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    Heart of the Wild

    This painting captures the fierce beauty and spirit of the African wild dog, a highly endangered species known for their striking coats and unwavering loyalty to their packs. With their piercing eyes and joyful energy, they embody the untamed essence of Africa. Whilst painting them, I just realized again the importance of conservation and preserving…

  • SHOW: Heart of the pride

    Heart of the pride

    Acrylic on stretched canvas 90 x 67 cm This lioness holds a presence that needs not to prove anything. She is a symbol of strength, with the kind of power heard without being asserted. She doesn’t need to be trendy or fashionable. Let her speak for herself.

  • SHOW: “Vrede”
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    “Vrede”

    100 x 75 cm, Acrylic on stretched box canvas Dit is altyd ‘n voorreg om die geleendheid te kry om vir mense ‘n stukkie van hul “liefling plek” te kan skilder. Hierdie sementdam kraaltjie is ‘n besonderse deel van die Msigi Wildsplaas in die Thabazimbi distrik. Die interessante stam van die Stink Witgat (Mopipi) boom…

  • SHOW: Maximus, King of Malelane

    Maximus, King of Malelane

    Acrylic on box canvas 100 x 70 cm / 39 x 27 inches My latest painting is of a well-known leopard named “Maximus”. He is frequently spotted in the vicinity of Malelane Gate of the Kruger National Park for a few years now.These gorgeous cats are very intelligent, elusive and shy. Keeping to themselves, they…

  • SHOW: Winter bushveld

    Winter bushveld

    Acrylic on stretched canvas100 x 66 cm / 39 x 25 inches Between the dry Kalahari and the more moderate bushveld lies the Pilansberg. It is beautiful bushveld with striking hues, varied habitats, ancient landscapes and prolific wildlife.The waving grasslands and wooded valleys complement the perfect African safari picture.This atmospheric scenery of an early evening…