Opening Piece: “Cherry’s Rock & Roll”
A Tale of Strength, Irony, and Transformation
Jonel Scholtz’s artistic journey is as vibrant and multifaceted as her paintings. With a background in chemistry and biochemistry, which she studied at the University of Johannesburg, Jonel’s approach to art is both scientific and soulful. Her artistic endeavours began in high school under the guidance of American-born artist Louise Goudemond, and since then, her work has resonated across galleries and exhibitions worldwide.
From Johannesburg to New York, Jonel’s art has graced the walls of renowned galleries such as the Alice Art Gallery, Lizamore and Associates, Woodstock Art Gallery, and Agora Gallery in New York. Her international acclaim has led to exhibitions in Miami, Italy, Monaco, Amsterdam, Paris, and Mauritius.
In 2018, Jonel expanded her artistic horizons with an artist residency at the Tamarin Art Centre in Mauritius. Her solo exhibition in 2019 at the Northwest University Art Gallery, titled “This LoVe,” was a poignant reflection on her personal journey.
Jonel’s talent has been recognised with awards, including a third prize in the International Still Life Competition hosted by the LA-based Gallery Teravarna. Her participation in exhibitions like “Phantasmogoria” and “Imitation of Life” reflects her versatility and profound connection to contemporary themes.
In 2023, she continued to make waves in the art world, participating in the NAMPO Agriculture Exhibition -the biggest in the Southern Hemisphere – and the Aardklop, a South African Arts Festival.
View Jonel Scholtz’s world of art and explore her collection at https://jonelscholtz.co.za
