Ryan Hewett

Born in 1979 in Cape Town, South Africa, is celebrated for his compelling portraits that delve into the realm of self-exploration, utilizing memory and imagination. His mastery of oil painting techniques, from brushwork to knifes, draws from ahis extensive knowledge of art historical movements. His work, featuring structured forms and psychedelic colors, alludes to Cubism and Surrealism, while his body-length portraits echo the anatomical precision of Renaissance medical diagrams. Hewett’s work was exhibited at Uta Artist Space, Los Angeles; Barnard Gallery, Cape Town; Unit London; ThinkSpace Gallery, California.