Nicolene Joffe is a South African painter known for her vibrant and emotive portraits of women. Born and raised in Johannesburg, Nicolene draws inspiration from the diverse experiences and stories of the women from all walks of life.
Nicolene's paintings are characterized by their stylized and expressive depictions of women, each one telling a unique and relatable story. With vivid colour palette, she captures the strength, resilience, and beauty of her subjects, imbuing each portrait with a sense of depth and emotion.
Through her art, Nicolene seeks to celebrate the complexity and individuality of women's experiences, as well as the common threads that connect us all. Her paintings invite viewers to reflect on their own stories and those of the women around them, sparking conversations and connections that transcend borders and boundaries.
Nicolene completed a degree in Fine Art at the Michaelis School of Fine Art, UCT in 2000. She has exhibited in many group shows at the Daville Baillie Gallery, the Intoto Gallery and the Whitehouse Gallery. Her work is represented in the Standard Chartered Private Collection in New York and in many private collections. Nicolene Joffe lives and works in Johannesburg.