DIRK DURNEZ

Founder & Director

With more than 40 years of international experience across creative industries, Dirk brings together art, business and storytelling. Belgium’s Advisor in Economic Diplomacy in the Cape and founder of the Belgian Chamber of Commerce for Southern Africa, his role at Art@Africa focuses on artistic direction, artist development and international relationships.

KATLIJN PYNKET

Co-Founder | Finance & Logistics

Kat oversees the financial and logistical backbone of Art@Africa. Together with Dirk, she also co-founded Kunye Colab, combining their shared background in education with a commitment to creating opportunities for South African artists and emerging creative talent.

WENDY LEE

Art Consultant | Gallery Manager

ADINAH ZIEGLER

Art Consultant

ELIZABETH RIDGWAY

Personal Assistant to Dirk Durnez

DAVID CHIPONDA

Studio Manager