Artist Bio
Hari Lualhati is a full-time artist who is permanently based in Cape Town, South Africa. She prefers her latest artworks to be called “SOULWORKS” because they are a direct connection to her soul. Her figurative subject being accompanied by animals and nature shows that we are all connected. Hari’s soulworks harmoniously combine impressive realism with fine details, amazing expressionism with her techniques, and symbolism that unfolds a story behind the elements used. Her soulworks are mirrors of golden life lessons, Aha Moments, and realizations that the artist aims to preserve and share with others. These soulworks are not only a delight to the eyes, their messages immediately connect to the heart and leave an unforgettable experience.
Hari was born on February 12, 1985. At a very young age, she already showed interest in art. She has been a consistent school representative for Art Competitions and has consistently been awarded “Artist of the Year” during high school.
The year 2006, Hari finished her Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts at the University of the Philippines, Diliman - with honors (Cum Laude). She worked in the Philippines, Hong Kong, Shenzhen China, and South Africa as a graphic artist, product designer, illustrator, and painter.
Hari has received numerous awards from different International Art Competitions including and has been featured and been on the cover of different Art Magazines and Publications.
The year 2015, Hari has been selected to represent South Africa in one of the largest juried exhibitions of contemporary art in Europe with Chief Curator Wolfgang Gramm – the NordArt Exhibition in Germany. The year 2018, she had an exhibition at the prestigious MEAM - European Museum of Modern Art where her artwork has been sold to a private collector in Europe. Her artworks have been exhibited in the Philippines, Hong Kong, South Africa, Italy, Germany, Armenia, Ukraine, Spain, Prague, and the USA.