Biography of Mr. Kevin van Niekerk

About Mr. Kevin van Niekerk:

Driven by a belief that creativity thrives on accessibility, Kevin champions resourceful approaches to the Arts. As both Creative Arts Subject Advisor and artist, he strives to bridge classroom theory with studio practice—inviting learners and colleagues alike to see beauty and possibility in the simplest of materials. Under his advisement, Creative Arts in the Eden & Central Karoo district continues to grow in innovation, inclusivity, and artistic excellence.

Kevin is an active practitioner whose signature style revolves around coffee-stain techniques. He transforms the humble coffee ring into layered, atmospheric compositions that explore texture, tone, and the passage of time. By varying brew strength, paper weight, and application methods, Kevin creates works that balance spontaneity with controlled mark-making. His pieces often evoke organic forms—portraits-rippling water, weathered wood, aerial landscapes—underscoring his interest in natural processes and material transformation.