i'm Dayna–Gay,​ a Zimbabwe–born artist living and working in Cape Town, South Africa.

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my creative practice is largely an intuitive exploration of colour, light and form. i am primarily a painter and one could most accurately categorise my paintings under abstract expressionism, with an occasional leaning toward impressionism. because, well, Monet is a vibe.​

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i also find great delight in discovering bridges between disciplines such as drawing, design, textiles, illustration, photography, and poetry.

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as a prolific documenter, i'm deeply inspired and affected by my experiences in Creation. you'll likely find me making a joyful noise while fumbling for my camera whenever i spot a delicious colour combo out in the wild. these stored memories spark my curiosity and guide my process when back in the studio.

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themes of nature, home, light, and remembrance often occur in my work,

and through it i hope to communicate and inspire joy, rest, slowness, playfulness, and reconnection.

 

last but not least, at the core of my practice you’ll find my faith in Jesus, vulnerability, and a love for storytelling. may you feel something eternally good as you make your way through the colours.​​​​​​