A Journey Of Discovery

Oils play a large role in Durban artist Deidre Maree’s artistic expression

- Candice Botha

What is your background as an artist? 

As a child, I was forever drawing on any surface I could find. I attended the University of Natal in Pietermaritzburg and obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree with History of Art as a major, followed by a Higher Diploma in Education. I’ve taught art to primary school children for the past 22 years. 

How has being an art teacher influenced your own work? 

Working with children has taught me to view the world differently. They delight in the present and the process. Their fascination at discovering their world encourages me to slow down and share in their wonder.