News, research and photographic stories from the Gallery F archive and beyond. Here we publish exhibitions, artist features, historical insights and conversations that explore the depth of South African photography.
Photography is growing through renewed camera demand, wider public participation and strong interest from younger collectors. Auction prices, however, reveal a more complicated picture. This article examines the...
A closer look at Norman Seeff’s career, his approach to portraiture and the moments that shaped some of the most recognisable images in music, film and culture.
An inside look at the making of Norman Seeff’s Norval Foundation exhibition, tracing the process from early conversations through to installation and the return of his work to...
A clear introduction to collecting photography, covering what to look for, how editions work and how to begin building a collection with confidence.
An introduction to editioned photographic prints, explaining how they are produced, how editions are structured and why they play a central role in collecting.
A look at how paper choice shapes a photographic print, from tonal depth and texture to long-term stability and preservation.
Understanding the difference between signed and unsigned prints, and how this affects value, authenticity and long-term collectability.
A vivid documentation of Cape Town’s Minstrel Carnival, capturing the energy, colour and cultural significance of a long-standing local tradition.
An exploration of quiet, layered landscapes where traces of history remain present, revealing the subtle tension between place, memory and time.
Images drawn from the street, focusing on rhythm, light and the quieter moments that shape the feel of a place.