Q&A: Elly Roolant
Q&A: Elly Roolant
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Avid traveler and painter Elly Roolant has painted women from Japan to India. Her latest exhibit, Jabula, means joy in Zulu (see +art page 27).
What was your inspiration for this exhibition?
I saw Africa in a different way than what we are usually shown. It has life and cheerfulness, smiles and modernity. These works are inspired by the vibrant colors and happiness of Africa.
What does your art say about you?
It describes my passion and creativity. I love anything that is creative. It’s hard to describe but I think that my art says a lot on how I see the world.
Was painting just a hobby, at first, or have you always wanted to be a painter?
It started as a hobby. Before I was a jewelry designer. All those colors drove me into painting. Now I’m a professional painter.
What media do you use for paintings?
I started with watercolor and, now, I use oil paints and acrylic. I use crayons for drawing as well.
What do you think about Thai art?
Thai art is very beautiful. It has elegance—I was very inspired by traditional Thai dance as well.
What is the most difficult part in your job?
Well! I think it’s not that hard. But it is difficult to know when to stop. I can go on painting forever because I get too involved with my work. There are no rules to making a painting. So sometimes I have difficulty stopping.
If you weren’t a painter, then what?
I think I would get into choreography. I’m not going to do anything related to numbers. Rajee Narula
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