New Arrivals: Jan van Zyl (SOLD) Painting

The painting of Jan van Zyl is part of the 'New Arrivals' series. Jan van Zyl is in the process of immigrating from South Africa to Australia. I MOVED to Australia early in 2008. My family and I left South Africa because of crime and the diminishing opportunities in South Africa. Although the process was worthwhile, I was surprised by the complexity of the physical and emotional processes of migration. When I speak to other people, I realized that immigration is a life-changing experience for all people involved. I DECIDED to make an ongoing artwork on what people experience during immigration. The artworks will consist of different nationalities living in Australia today. I believe this artwork is relevant in Australia, because of the quantity of immigrants that live here, and are still moving here. IN THIS EXHIBITION I paint not just immigrants but also refugees. The likeness between the two groups is surprising. Both find it not just difficult to adapt in Australian society but also feel that Australia is a lovely place to stay.

Painting:Oil on Canvas

Original:One-of-a-kind Artwork

Size:35.8 W x 48 H x 0.8 D in

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