The Curator’s Choice exhibition at Art on Target in Nelson Mandela Bay showcases 10 selected artists, ranging from emerging talents to established practitioners, including an octogenarian and recent graduates. The show, now in its third year, is an offshoot of the annual Same Size-Same Price-No Signature exhibition and was curated by Art on Target director Bretten-Anne Moolman. Artists were chosen by a diverse panel of over 20 local professionals, educators, and art lovers, and were given eight months to prepare new works for the exhibition, which opened on 13 May.
This exhibition matters because it provides a vital platform for both new and experienced visual artists in Nelson Mandela Bay, a region often overlooked in the national art scene. By fostering community involvement in the selection process and offering free participation, Curator’s Choice encourages artistic growth and diversity, serving as a barometer of the local creative pulse. It highlights the resilience and vibrancy of the visual arts in the Eastern Cape, offering proof of life for a community that continues to produce distinctive voices and skilled practitioners.