Paul Stopforth is a South African artist born in 1945, currently residing in the United States. His work, often characterized by its political themes, faced suppression under the apartheid regime in South Africa, prompting his move to the U.S. in 1988. He has dedicated a significant part of his career to education, previously serving as a lecturer on visual and environmental studies and director of undergraduate studies at Harvard University since 1996. Presently, he is a visiting faculty member at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.
Stopforth's artistic practice primarily involves mixed media on paper, reflecting his deep engagement with the socio-political landscape of his homeland. He gained recognition for his solo exhibitions, including "Elegy" and "Interrogation Space #1-5," showcasing his unique approach to contemporary art.
His work is part of the permanent collection at the South African National Gallery, highlighting its significance in the context of South African art history. With a compelling narrative and a thoughtful exploration of identity and politics, Stopforth's art continues to resonate, making him an important figure in the contemporary art market.
Paul Stopforth's diptych 'Godhead' showcases a dynamic interplay of colors and forms, rendered in gouache and acrylic on panel. Each panel, signed and dated 2008, reflects the artist's dedication to capturing the essence of memory and identity, with dimensions of 25.5 by 20.5 cm.
This portfolio features a series of one-colour lithographs by Paul Stopforth, each measuring 45.5 by 32 cm. Each print is signed, dated 1987, and numbered 19/25, with the title inscribed in pencil in the margin, reflecting the artist's distinctive style and technique.
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