J-BAC 2025 - High School 1st Place Winner - Keara Brits - My Happy Place

Artist: Keara Brits

Artwork Title: My Happy Place

Size: 410mm x 510mm

Medium: Acrylic on Canvas

Unframed

Inspiration:

This piece beautifully weaves my passions for dance, art, cats and music into a single, serene moment. This image captures a ballerina, graceful and poised, seated in front of a canvas, lost in a world of creativity while listening to music through headphones. Her elegant posture and delicate tutu reflect the discipline and expression of dance.  The painting on the easel represents art, a window into imagination and tranquillity. The presence of two attentive cats adds a sense of warmth, companionship, and gentle curiosity. And the music, though unheard, is deeply felt, enveloping the scene in a quiet, personal harmony. It's an image of balance - where movement, stillness, and emotion coexist perfectly.

Artist Bio:

I've always been drawn to creativity—whether it's dancing, painting, or crafting, artistic expression has been a constant in my life. While these passions have lived in me for years, it wasn't until 2020, when I finally had the time and space, that I began truly sharing my paintings with the world. What started as a way to fill quiet moments quickly became a deeper journey into self-expression, colour, and storytelling through art. 

In 2024, I started art classes and entered my 1st competition, the Afrikaanse Kunsvereniging competition, and achieved an A++.  My 2nd competition for 2024 was AGAC2024.

This year, I again entered the Afrikaanse Kunsvereniging competition and once again achieved A++.