Craig Ivor
Artist’s Statement
“My love for birds, wildlife and nature began at a very young age. I draw inspiration from that feeling that one experiences when observing the wild in all its intricacies – when the wildest and quietest vista can calm your soul. My aim is to bring back a connection with nature through my work.”
Biography
Craig Ivor’s artistic ability was recognised at the age of 12 when he won the first price in an art competition. After school he worked for the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa, fuelling his passion for the wild and growing his artistic abilities. He later received a National Diploma in Art from the Roodepoort College in Johannesburg after which he entered the world of graphic design.
After a decade of graphic design Craig decided to change careers and in 2010 moved to Cape Town to follow his life-long dream of becoming an artist, setting his gaze firmly on his pursuit of artistic excellence focused on drawing birds and other wildlife as well as portraits. Determined to make his career change work, Craig decided to market himself by illustrating a 2012 bird calendar which was endorsed by BirdLife South Africa.
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