IN THE MEDIA
With a passion to empower people, teach and share her knowledge, Lillian has been a keynote speaker at various fundraisers and events. She has also been a guest artists for various TV shows, either doing painting demos or sharing her knowledge of Art History or the business of art. Follow Lillian Gray’s art adventures in the media.
INTERVIEWS
Interview – DSTV Home Channel – African Modern
The South African & African creative realm has truly come into its own over the past few decades. To the point where the world is watching, looking to Africa for inspiration, answers and guidance. This is Africa Modern! In this episode, we speak to thought leader and renowned artist Lillian Gray on AfroFuturism.
Business Day TV features Lillian Gray Art School on UPSTARTS – PART 1
We follow the journey of South African Fine Artist, Lillian Gray the founder of Lillian Gray Fine Art School. She explains how she turned her passion into a business and the fusion behind the art of business
This is me – an interview with SA Artist Lillian Gray
This video is an interview with South African Fine Artist Lillian Gray. She discusses her childhood, influences and what keeps her motivated. Currently Lillian Gray is working on a new series called “Africa our time is now” This is the first painting in this series. Lillian reminds us to always have a vision bigger than oneself.
TV Interview with Lillian Gray on renowned artist Irma Stern
Irma Stern was an influential fine artist in South Africa. She gain international acclaim in her lifetime and is now celebrated internationally.
EXHIBITIONS
2021 Fira Internacional d’Art de Barcelona
4 – 6 November Museu Marítim de Barcelona
FIABCN shows an exciting selection of emerging and established contemporary artists and galleries.
FIABCN brings together artists from around the world for an unmatched celebration of talent, creativity, innovation and cultural diversity. The upcoming art fair is directed by Natal Vallvé (Founder of Barcelona International Art Fair, Global Art Agency and ICM Group).
View Artworks2019 – Julie Miller Gallery – Mall of Africa – Johannesburg – South Africa
13 October – 13 November Mall of Africa
Mall of Africa’s Art Collective display the best of the best, with 30 talented up-and-coming and established artist’s paintings and sculptures on a variety of subjects that include the subconscious, township life, political and social upheaval, time and hope, and many more.
2019 – White Space – New York – USA
18 April – 12 May
White Space Gallery featured a Pop-up art exhibition consisting of 12 artists from across the globe. The exhibition included the original works of South African artist Lillian Gray. The exhibition opened June 18 and ran through to July 8, 2019 with an opening reception on the Thursday from 6-8 pm. Any art lover who enjoys thought-provoking artworks and meeting talented and interesting artists was encouraged to attend.
2019 – Parallax Art Fair – South Kensington – London – UK
16-17 February
These small paintings were a part of Lillian’s International Exhibition in South Kensington, London. This was an exciting first step in Lillian’s international journey. The small size of the paintings are perfect for gifts or displaying on a large wall as a part of a collection.
2018 – hung (salon-style) In Toto Gallery – Sandton – Johannesburg – South Africa
8 -23 February
In Toto Gallery, Johannesburg was founded in 2010 by gallery director Jacques Michau with the vision of providing quality works of art from both established and emerging Southern African artists. They focus on exhibiting meaningful and interesting pieces, and their exhibitions strive to inspire new ways of looking at art with various topical issues and discourses. In Toto’s experts stand by the work they represent, with a thorough knowledge of both the established and developing art markets.
2017 – George Bizo’s 90th birthday Gala Dinner – Johannesburg – South Africa
16 November
A celebration of a man whose friendship with Mandela helped to free South Africa from Apartheid, he celebrates our art.
For this auspicious occasion, and in one of her first exhibitions as a full-time artist, Lillian Gray exhibited with up-and-coming artists as well as alongside art legends Penny Siopis, William Kentridge, Clive van den Berg, and Alexandros Fassianos.
