Carol Cauldwell South African, b. 1968
In my work I deconstruct that which bothers me and then make a critical comment, using fairy-tales, wordplay, nursery rhymes, illustration and icons, in the hope that I will be able to create some sort of resonance be it positive or negative in whoever engages in the work. I try to use familiar visual images and arrange them into conceptually layered pieces. I have worked in ceramics and wood, but prefer to work in bronze. I like the permenence and durability of it. I am keenly aware of its durability in time, and try to use a universal subject matter rather than a topical one which with date quickly.
Carol Caudwell was born in Germiston in 1968 and grew up in the beautiful surroundings of Magaliesburg. Inspired by her Father’s love for art, she joined the Johannesburg school of Art, Ballet, Drama and Music, first specialising in music and then changing over to art.
My artwork takes on a critical view of social, political and cultural issues conveyed in a sarcastic, satirical and humorous way. I struggle with injustice in any form and my artwork has become a therapeutic tool for me to work through these issues.
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The Alchemy of Colour
A Winter Group Exhibition at The Melrose Gallery 10 Jun - 18 Aug 2025In The Alchemy of Colour, The Melrose Gallery presents a selection of colour-driven works by bold voices in contemporary African art.The exhibition presents a large number of artists from The...Read more -
A FRECKLE PAST A ‘HARE’
Carol Cauldwell 3 - 28 Aug 2022We take pleasure in presenting A Freckle Past a ‘Hare’, Carol Cauldwell’s first solo with The Melrose Gallery, on the 4 to 28 August as part of our Womxn’s Month...Read more
