Greatmore Studios

Cape Town


This pioneer of the Woodstock art scene provides studio space for local artists and visiting overseas artists, with the idea of providing skills transfer and cross-cultural stimulation of ideas and creativity. Visitors are welcome to stroll around and there are occasionally group exhibitions held.


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