Exhibition of the month & First Thursday
“Chromatic Cape: A Photographic Perspective” by Pauline Le Rolland | March 2024
AF du Cap, 155 Loop Street
“Chromatic Cape: A Photographic Perspective” invites viewers on an immersive journey through the vibrant palette of Cape Town. From the colorful streets of the City Bowl to the serene blue shades of the Atlantic Seaboard, the exhibit captures the essence of Cape Town in its purest form.
While photography often captures the tangible, Pauline’s images transcend the ordinary. The interplay of pristine compositions, vibrant hues, and soft natural lighting creates a magical ambiance, transporting viewers into a realm of idealized beauty where reality seamlessly merges with enchantment. Influenced by artists such as Gauguin, Rothko (with the photograph “The Sunset Kiss” offering a direct homage to the painter) and movie director Wes Anderson, Pauline’s work draws inspiration from a rich spectrum of styles and techniques that share a common thread—an audacious and bold use of color.
As you navigate the exhibit, let the vibrant hues transport you to a place of wonder, crafted with a discerning eye attuned to the magic of color. In “Chromatic Cape,” Pauline orchestrates a visual symphony that celebrates the allure of Cape Town and presents a unique perspective that lingers in the viewer’s imagination long after leaving the gallery.
About Pauline Le Rolland
Pauline Le Rolland is a French photographer and travel writer with over a decade of experience in travel photography. Currently based in Cape Town, she has lived and traveled extensively across four continents. Her nomadic lifestyle deeply influences her artistic vision, turning each destination into an opportunity for new discoveries—a realm of textures, faces, and landscapes awaiting her lens. Pauline has worked with a diverse range of entities in the industry, including the French art print publisher David & David Studio and the Singapore-based gallery Ulu Prints. Her work is featured in several books published by Assouline, a leading luxury publisher in fashion, design, travel and lifestyle.
