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The Citizen
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Artist celebrates women with Nespresso coffee capsules
In light of Women's month, Nespresso has partnered with artist Pam Friedman, to honour women through her pieces. Read more: David Krut Projects showcases artist's latest exhibition Friedman's solo exhibition: Matriarchs, opened in Rosebank on July 31, and celebrates eight women whose courage, compassion, and conviction shaped the course of history across continents and centuries. Nespresso brand team member Keabetswe Legodi explained that the coffee brand believes in the upliftment of women and communities. 'We are about sustainability, regenerative thinking, and upscaling things without them losing their purpose or value, all while preserving the world. Pam's art stood out because it was made from used capsules, upcycled to art that represents powerful women in our society. ' Friedman explained that the creative hub that housed her art was filled with almost 30 000 capsules, each filled with stories, survival, beauty, and strength. 'I also honour our African heroines, including Queen Nandi, whose protection birthed legacy, and Queen Lozikeyi. Coffee isn't only a drink; it's a ritual of rising, which awakens us and reminds us that transformation is rich, slow-brewed, and bold, like the heroines I have paid tribute to through my pieces.' The artist added that she took what the world threw away, reimagining the waste into portraits of power. Follow us on our Whatsapp channel, Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok for the latest updates and inspiration!
IOL News
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
The Hangout: Art that speaks in capsules and courage
It was founded by one of those rare people who seem to glow from within. Candice Berman has a remarkable ability to create platforms for others and she does it all with kindness, compassion and effortless grace. Stepping into her gallery is like stepping into a world where possibility and passion meet. There is a space tucked away in the heart of Rosebank that feels nothing short of magical. The Candice Berman Gallery is not only a beautiful gallery but also a hub of warmth, creativity and community. The recent launch of Matriarchs, a solo exhibition by Pam Friedman, brought that special space to life in the most beautiful way. And I do not just mean beautiful to look at. The room was filled with people whose warmth, energy and authenticity radiated from them, proving that true beauty comes from the inside. The exhibition is presented in collaboration with Nespresso. Keabetswe Legodi, the brand's social media and PR specialist, summed it up perfectly: 'This collaboration is a tangible expression of our values. We are committed to reducing waste and uplifting women, not only through our products but through partnerships that challenge and inspire. This is what regeneration looks like: giving voice to artists, meaning to materials, and power to purpose.' Isn't that incredible? Pam Friedman's work is nothing short of extraordinary. It is astonishing to witness how an artist can take what many would consider rubbish and turn it into something so rich in meaning and beauty. Each piece tells a story. Each piece gives a voice to a part of womanhood that may have gone unnoticed. The use of repurposed coffee capsules is more than clever. It is symbolic. These materials are given new life, much like the stories Pam shares through her art. Her work does not just inspire admiration. It sparks hope. Matriarchs honours the always changing journey of womanhood. It captures the way women continuously move between roles, rediscover who they are, and find ways to bring care and creativity into the world. It is a moving tribute to the quiet strength of starting over, to nurturing with purpose, and to redefining oneself with courage. 'Reinvention is not just a necessity, it is a feminine superpower,' says Pam. Throughout Women's Month this August, the Candice Berman Gallery is celebrating women in the most beautiful way. Located at 223 Jan Smuts Avenue in Rosebank, the gallery is welcoming visitors to experience Matriarchs and all it represents. The atmosphere is warm and inclusive and the art will leave you feeling deeply inspired. It is almost hard to believe that such intricate, powerful characters have been created using used coffee capsules, but then again, that is the point. There is magic in reinvention. So visit the gallery, and support the brands and women who are telling bold stories and following big dreams. Just like Pam Friedman, Candice Berman and Tanya Krain do. You go girls.
