Mark Boshoff - "Roar Within"

Roar Within
Oil on Canvas, US$ 288

Roar Within

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Details

Oil on Canvas
Oil on stretched canvas, glazed

W: 920mm x H: 620mm x D: 45mm
W: 36" x H: 24" x D: 2"

Approx. Weight: 0.6kg

This work is unframed

Price

US$ 288

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About "Roar Within"

"Roar Within" by Mark Boshoff is a visceral explosion of emotion and symbolic power. A muscular figure, glowing with a fiery aura, unleashes a primal roar of the lion within while engulfed in flame--both expressions fused in a moment of raw intensity. The swirling background of reds, oranges, and yellows amplifies the drama, evoking themes of courage, rage, and transformation. Boshoff's masterful rendering of anatomy and light creates a dynamic tension between human vulnerability and mythic strength. This painting is not just a visual spectacle -- it's a psychological and spiritual confrontation, where the lion becomes both companion and mirror to the man's inner fire. A bold and unforgettable work that speaks to the untamed forces within."

Mark Boshoff

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About Mark

I'm inspired by the play of light - how it reveals emotion in landscapes, figures, and fleeting moments. My work blends realism with symbolism, using layered brushwork, glazes, and mark-making to explore themes of solitude, transformation, and connection. I draw from history, mythology, and personal experience to create visual narratives that resonate across time and culture.

Whether painting a storm-lit tree, a mythic embrace, or a dancer caught mid-leap, I aim to evoke feeling and reflection. My art is a declaration of what moves me--and an invitation for others to find meaning in the tension between beauty and vulnerability.

As an artist based in South Africa, I'm inspired by the richness of our landscapes and the complexity of our stories. I approach each canvas with both sensitivity and intent, aiming to create work that resonates across cultures and contexts. My goal is to connect - to offer viewers a moment of reflection, recognition, or emotional clarity.

Art, for me, is not decoration -- it's declaration. It's a way of saying: "This mattered. This moved me. This might move you too."

Price Range

US$ 52-481

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Education

B. Compt (Hons) CA(SA)

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