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Born and raised in South Africa, Sureen has worked as an architect for many years. After migrating to Australia in 2018, she shifted her focus from Architecture to Art.
Her monochromatic wall relief sculptures explore the unique three-dimensional shapes created by layering geometric shapes. It examines the interplay between light and how it influences the perception of the works. By only using one single colour, the emphasis falls on the shadows created by the different shapes and their compositions. The artwork’s response to the changing light in its environment offers a unique perspective every time.

Her works are constructed from wood and hand-painted with textural paint. The beauty lies in the balance between the clean lines of the laser-cut wood and the uneven hand-paint texture that gives each artwork a soul of its own.

Sureen is intrigued by circular shapes and their inherent energy. They are symbols representing totality, wholeness and timelessness. She aims to create balance, harmony, and a sense of calmness in her art through a minimalist approach. Her creative process is similar to meditation for her. She reminds the viewer to focus their attention inwards and “reset” their mind. Through her art, she recreates a feeling of Zen for people like her who struggle with anxiety and the demands of everyday life. She hopes that her art will help people unwind from a hectic lifestyle, making them more resilient, productive, calm and happier all around.