Live and Virtual Art Exhibitions, Events & Talks Presented by Strauss & Co
About
Art Club
At Strauss & Co, we believe that artistic pleasure extends beyond simply viewing works of art; it also comes from the conversations and connections that art inspires. In February 2023, we launched Art Club in Johannesburg, followed by its debut a month later, with a life drawing session, at our Cape Town branch. Since then, Art Club has grown in scope and ambition, engaging practitioners, topics, and formats across Cape Town, Johannesburg and London.
Adding to Strauss & Co’s repertoire of educational programming, including talks, walkabouts, non-selling art exhibitions and collaborations with industry pioneers, Art Club serves as a platform for both new and seasoned art lovers and collectors to come together and engage in meaningful discussions.
Art Club
Locations
Cape Town
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March Art Club Highlight
A discussion with Tony Fornali for the Cape Town book launch of Kalahari Studio: Modernist Design, African Spirit and an intimate evening with celebrated writer, critic, and cultural raconteur Melvyn Minnaar.
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Art Club Events in Cape Town
Art Club
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Tuesday, 6 May 2025 at 6pm
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Tuesday, 8 July 2025 at 6pm
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Tuesday, 9 September 2025 at 6pm
Contact Details
Physical Address
Brickfield Canvas
35 Brickfield Road
Woodstock
Cape Town
7925
South Africa
Johannesburg
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February Art Club Highlight
The launch of the book Kalahari Studio: Modernist Design, African Spirit written by Antonio Fornali alongside an exhibition of highlights from the author’s collection.
Upcoming
Art Club Events in Johannesburg
Art Club
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Tuesday, 15 April 2025 at 6pm
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Tuesday, 10 June 2025 at 6pm
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Tuesday, 5 August 2025 at 6pm
Contact Details
Physical Address
89 Central Street
Houghton
Gauteng
2198
South Africa
London
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Art Meet Up Highlight
Gold! – A Studio Visit with Emefa Cole
Growing up in Ghana, Emefa was enthralled by the local folklore surrounding the gold nuggets unearthed by heavy tropical rains. Today, Emefa uses recycled metals and stones sourced directly from African gem cutters to create unique pieces of intense beauty.
Upcoming
Art Club Events in London
Art Meet Up
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2025
Art Meet Up
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2025
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2025
More on Art Club London
Live and digital events focusing on Modern and Contemporary African Art
Art Club London will host a series of live and digital events, continuing our tradition of education and dialogue with a focus on modern and contemporary African art. We will highlight influential works by long-overlooked modernists and explore the evolving contemporary scene. The launch event on September 20th will take place at Tate Modern, featuring a focus on the current exhibition dedicated to celebrated visual activist Zanele Muholi. Additionally, Strauss & Co will launch an open-access online Art Club on October 2, 2024, with an introductory theme of “African artists to know”. This platform will host regular educational events like art talks and webinars to complement our in-person activities.
“We are delighted to continue our work in broadening international interest with our Autumn program of events. Our goal is to celebrate the great creativity of the African Continent and its growing connections in this great city,”
Kate Fellens, Head of International Business Development
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Head of International Business Development
Europe, USA, Africa
Sponsorship
Strauss & Co is delighted to welcome Glenelly, a world-class estate in Stellenbosch, producing award winning wines as the official wine partner for Art Club 2025. Guests attending our monthly Art Cub will be able to experience their exclusive wines whilst enjoying the informative discussions and curated exhibitions each month that alternate between our Johannesburg and Cape Town spaces.
