
Pauline Gutter
Pauline Gutter, a South African painter and intermedia artist born in 1980 on a Free State farm, has traversed continents, with residencies spanning from the picturesque landscapes of France to the rugged terrain of Texas. While her roots lie in South Africa, her artistic journey has led her to cultivate a unique perspective, influenced by the diverse cultures and landscapes she encounters. She obtained her B.A. Degree in Fine Arts (cum laude for painting) at the University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa and was awarded Honours Colours in Arts and Culture from the same university. She is the winner of the prestigious 2013 ABSA L`Atelier competition and was awarded the Helgaard Steyn Award for painting in 2011. In 2012 she received the Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans Award. Her work was included in the Dak’Art 2022 Biennale de L’Art African Contemporain. In 2023 Gutter was awarded the Ampersand Fellowship Award residency in New York. Gutter’s works are included in numerous museums and corporate collections