Vendor Artist Michael van der Walt is the featured artist with his painting 'Happy Under the Sea' in The Big Issue #318, which is available NOW!
Mike works very hard to take care of himself because says he never wants to beg from anyone.
Michael Van der Walt
In the old age home,Mike lives together with his cat Mavis. He describes Mavis as his companion. Together with his cat they are called “MM” Mike and Mavis. He believes in having a positive mindset always and moving forward never backwards. He has good relationship with his customers. In his spare time Mike plays chess, goes to the beach and enjoys life in general. He also enjoys the art workshops.
Michael Van der Walt : Happy under the sea is based on the Art Theme: Colour that nourishes bringing joy, peace and relaxation "Colour is a power that directly influences the Soul" - Wassily Kandinsky.
Other vendor artists in The Big Issue #318 and the title of their works are:
Chwayita Desemela - "Lovely Rainbow"
Zoliwe Mayekiso - "My lovely colours"
Xoliswa Ntunta - "Bird on a flower"
Elsie Ntini - "Beautiful Tree"
Solomon Masoso - "Pincushion Proteas "
WHAT: Vendor Artists – The Big Issue #318 | WHERE: Artwork can be seen on this page of the Website and the Big Issue Facebook page | ORDER: E This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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