04/09/2026
What happens when used engine oil, charcoal, carbon, cobalt salts, and even ink made from exhaust fumes become the tools of artistic expression?
Meet Riaan van Zyl, an artist whose experimental practice transforms unconventional materials into captivating works that explore movement, time, and perception. By slowing fleeting moments into layered compositions, he encourages us to pause and discover beauty in places we might otherwise overlook.
Internationally exhibited and represented in prestigious public and private collections, Riaan’s work is a powerful example of how innovation and curiosity continue to redefine contemporary South African art.
Experience his work at Solo Studios 2026.
Riaan Van Zyl
Solo Studios
📅 23–25 October 2026
📍 Riebeek Valley, South Africa
🎟️ Early Bird tickets are available now via the link in our bio.