Selected Exhibitions

Nicola Bouwer is a Johannesburg - based contemporary South African artist working in figurative collage and oil painting. Her work has been exhibited in group exhibitions and open studio events in Johannesburg and forms part of private collections.

  • 2026

    Open Studios, August House, Johannesburg

  • 2025

    Stories in Paper, Group Exhibition, Alliance Française, Pretoria

    Contra JHB, Open Studios, August House, Johannesburg

    Vintage Vanguard, Group Exhibition, Stephan Welz & Co, Johannesburg

    Third Space, Group Exhibition, Pulp Paperworks, Johannesburg

    Salon Vanguard, Group Exhibition, August House, Johannesburg

  • 2024

    Reclaimed Collage, Group Exhibition, Cape Town

    Art on Paper XV, Kalk Bay Modern, Cape Town

  • 2023

    Redhill School Arts Festival, Group Exhibition, Johannesburg

  • 2022

    August House Open Studios, Group Exhibition, Johannesburg

    Bag Factory Summer Salon, Group Exhibition, Johannesburg

    Turbine Art Fair Underground at Oxford Parks, Johannesburg

    Turbine Art Fair at Design JHB, Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg

    Turbine Art Fair at Open Studios, Victoria Yards, Johannesburg

  • 2021

    Yards of Art, Group Exhibition, Victoria Yards, Johannesburg

    JHB Fringe, Group Exhibition, The Art Room, Parkhurst, Johannesburg

  • 2020

    Online Exhibition, The Fine Arts Workshop

  • 2019

    Bag Factory Summer Salon, Group Exhibition, Johannesburg

    Fine Art Print Fair Pop Up Exhibition, Johannesburg

    Bag Factory Winter Salon, Group Exhibition, Johannesburg

Reviews

  • Black and white abstract painting of four coffee mugs, with visible reflections and brushstrokes, on a surface. Signed in the bottom right corner.

    We purchased an artwork from Nicola and absolutely love it now that it’s framed and on our wall. A beautiful addition to our home.

    - Hugo Bezuidenhout

  • Abstract image with a dark background and scattered, irregularly shaped teal or light blue rectangular and square patches.

    Nicola Bouwer’s work is radiant and rich. I have a large collection of art hanging on my walls. I’ve been curating spaces for the last 20 years, public and private platforms. I have worked with artists from around the world. When I view Bouwer’s work, it clearly stands out. Her ability to tell a story with the least amount of subject on the canvas is unparalleled. A single chair against an identified background says so much. Bouwer has the ability to move you to tears with only a single chair. I’m a proud collector of her work. I am thrilled to witness her artistic journey and can’t wait to see where she will go…and take me with her.

    - Yasser Bagersh

  • Elevator control panel with multiple red LED buttons arranged in a grid pattern and a small black rectangular button or switch below.

    I am lucky to have one of Nicola’s atmospheric paintings in my hallway. It is serene and moody, taking you to a quieter place every time you walk past.

    - Robyn Shamu

  • I don't have any abstract art in my house. It isn't that I don't appreciate abstract art - I just couldn't find pieces that I felt comfortable living with. This triptych by Nicola Bouwer was the perfect option for me: architectural, modern and fresh, but at home in my home.

    - Zelda Pringle

  • Abstract monochrome watercolor painting of a vertical plaid pattern with animal faces, likely dogs, on the right side.

    I have known Nicola for many years, and although I am no expert, her growth as an artist has been sublime and wonder to watch. Nicola’s style is relatable, and her pictures take pride of place in our home.

    - Mark Hele