ZINHLE

"Zinhle" is a captivating portrait from Martin Osner's African Queen series, celebrating the beauty of African women through vibrant, expressive artistry. The name "Zinhle," meaning "they are beautiful" in Zulu, perfectly encapsulates the essence of this piece. Painted with a palette knife in a rich impasto style, Osner uses ink and acrylic paint to bring texture and depth to the portrait. Bold strokes of orange, yellow, and blue dominate the canvas, a tribute to the vibrant colors of Africa. This one-of-a-kind masterpiece radiates energy and individuality, capturing the strength and grace of its subject in a powerful, original statement.

Artist: MARTIN OSNER  

Edition: 1 (Original)

Medium: Paint on Metal

Size: 75 x 95cm / 29" x 37" (Framed)

ABOUT THE ARTIST

My artistic journey has been a remarkable dance between two passions: traditional painting and fine art photography. This fusion has taken me from limited edition works to the creation of one-of-a-kind original artworks. It's an evolution that's defined my path and speaks to my artistic soul. I often reflect on that serendipitous winter day in 1984 when photography and I crossed paths quite unexpectedly. This encounter redirected the course of my life and set me on a transformative journey. While I had always known of my artistic inclination since my school days, I was fortunate to have parents who, out of love and concern, sought to shield me from the challenges of pursuing a career in the arts. I was encouraged to seek a more "stable" path... Read More >>