Werner Bronkhorst

Discover prints and editions by Werner Bronkhorst at Lougher Contemporary. Born in Pretoria, South Africa and now based in Sydney, Australia, Bronkhorst has become one of the most recognisable emerging voices in contemporary art. His work combines influences from Abstract Expressionism, Pop Art and sculpture, creating richly textured compositions that explore scale, perspective and collective human experience.

Bronkhorst is best known for his mixed-media works, where thick layers of acrylic gel, marble dust and paint form dramatic abstract surfaces populated by tiny hyper-realistic figures. Beaches, sporting events and social gatherings are transformed into immersive contemporary landscapes that capture moments of movement, leisure and connection. The contrast between monumental texture and intricate detail has become central to his practice, giving his works a distinctive visual identity.