Transept: Collaborative Arts Project

Organized by 40 Stones, a Christian visual arts initiative, in partnership with Krux Arts and Christ Church Somerset West. Featuring a Visual Arts Installation, Musical Performances and Public talks over two weeks.

17 Sept. – 3 Oct. 2021

Christ Church

Somerset West

© Paris Brummer. Used with Permission

About Transept:

In our media saturated world, the arts have become, for many, a space to engage questions of meaning, purpose and existence. As artists with Christian convictions we want to invite viewers to reflect on these questions in the light of the Gospel.

We believe that Transept will have a timely word to speak to the economic uncertainty and spiritual confusion witnessed in our world during the last 18 months. The new Christ Church Somerset West building, designed by acclaimed South African architect Jo Noero was the impetus for this project. We have invited a group of talented artists to respond to the design of this remarkable space. Through architecture and installation art, we hope to communicate a sense of the divine order, beauty and peace which grounds our Christian hope. The exhibition will also form the backdrop to a series of musical performances, public talks and Sunday worship services.

© Paris Brummer. Used with Permission

The Transept Gathering: Saturday October 2nd

To further explore this celebration of the arts within the context of Christian faith and worship, Krux will be hosting The Transept Gathering, an adapted version of the annual Artists Gathering designed specifically for this event. This Saturday get together for artists will include a series of talks, artist presentations and workshops at the church. A full programme will be made available soon.

Support Transept:

To fulfil this project, we are relying on the support of those who are passionate about a Christian presence within the visual arts. You can support us by making a financial contribution through Quicket or through an EFT to our bank details listed below.

You can also make an in-kind donation towards any of the following:

Printing: Catalogues, posters, labels and vinyl lettering

Installation: Scaffolding hire, suspension, lighting and transport

Projector Hire: A high-res, high-lumen projector

Documentation: Professional installation photography

Graphic Design: Catalogue and poster design

Catering: Wine and glasses for the opening night

If you would like to know more or discuss your contribution, you can email us at [email protected]. 

Thank you for your consideration and support.

Who We Are:

40 Stones is run by a group of professional artists and volunteers with support from local churches. We are committed to curating high quality exhibitions which display the rich connections between art and faith. In the last seven years 40 Stones has put on ten group shows and three solo exhibitions. You can see our previous exhibitions at www.40stones.org

Krux is a community of Christian formation based in Stellenbosch and started by James and Corli Krohn in 2015. Krux disciples young adults through theological education, mentoring, community and a unique focus on the arts. Various seminars and opportunities for reflecting on the intersection of faith and culture are offered through Krux, as well as an annual Artist's Gathering, which connects artists from across Southern Africa, and has brought several international speakers to our shores. An Artist-in-Residence provides focus on the visual arts throughout the year and further engagement with faith and culture. www.krux.africa

Christ Church Somerset West is a Reformed Anglican Church headed by pastor Gavin Millard. https://ccsw.org.za/wp/

Banking Details:

40 Stones

Bank: FNB

Acc Nr: 62853737066 

Branch Code: 211017 

Swift Code FIRNZAJJ 

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