The Department of Visual Arts showcases alumni as part of UP's centenary celebrations

Great names in the design world who are showcased in the design exhibition, X-ings: shaping culture through design, include Albertus Quartus Swanepoel, top New York hat designer, internationally acclaimed production designers for film and stage, Johan Engels and Birrie le Roux, the doyenne of the pewter collectable, Carrol Boyes and icons in the magazine design and advertising fields such as Sumien Brink, Anton Sassenberg and Francois de Villiers. These are just some of the approximately 107 designers who are participating and who have made a significant difference to the design landscape, both locally and abroad. The design exhibition is on view in the Visual Arts Building until 24 May.

Please contact the Department of Visual Arts at telephone 012-4202353 for further information.