Art in Hermanus

As mentioned previously, Hermanus is often referred to as the Art Mecca of the Western Cape. Most of the art is shipped world-wide. Chances are there'll be an exhibition on the go when you visit, and on weekends art - as well as crafts - is also displayed and sold on the village market, near the Old Harbour.

A number of artists also operate art schools in Hermanus, and one can combine a holiday with an art workshop. For more information: info@hermanuswhales.com

Galleries in Hermanus

Abalone Gallery
Situated in the heart of the village and run by an experienced art advisor.

Art Thirst
The working studio and gallery of artist Leon Müller and a selection of oil paintings and contempory ceramics. Leon is often contracted to supply artworks for upmarket residential developments.

Bellini Gallery & Cappuccino Bar
A  fine selection of contemporary art in the centre of town.

Gallery Hermanus
Located on the Main Road offering an intimate collection of South African original art, ceramics and bronze sculptures.

Old Harbour Gallery
Quality investment art as well as works by Zimbabwean artists and sculptures.

Pure South
A delightful shop stocked with fine South African art, crafts and pottery.

Rossouw Modern
Representing a group of up-and-coming and established South African artists.

The Tay Modern
A beautiful Art Deco gallery with works by owner abstract artist Tay Dall.

Walker Bay Art Gallery
A permanent exhibition of South African artists' paintings, ceramics and sculptures.

Galleries in Onrust

The Mission House Gallery
Housed in the tranquility of a historical house you'll find art by leading local artists.

The Onrus Gallery
A well known landmark in this area, the gallery offers an excellent collection of works by Hennie Niemann and a selection of South African Old Masters.

Antoinette Ohlenschläger
A selection of the works by in-house artist known for her vibrant colours in a variety of mediums.

Galerie Gregoire
Both a dealership and museum in honour of one of South Africa's foremost artists.

Galleries in Hemel-en-Aarde Craft Village

The Village Gallery
Works in watercolour and oil by owner Brian Robertson and a representation of works by other leading local artists.

Hornbill House
Drawings, paintings and ceramic sculptures inspired by nature, ethnic culture and mythology, produced in thieir own gallery.

Galleries in Sandbaai

Aeromarine Gallery
Privately owned gallery specializing in aviation and marine art. 

Shelley Adams

Lola Dunston

Roussouw Gallery

Abalone Gallery

Onrus Gallery