ABOUT ME
I was born in Mauritius on 7 August 1968, into a family that sparked my passion for art from an early age. My parents were my first and most passionate supporters.
I am a Mauritian artist whose work is defined by a vibrant and distinctive style. I create paintings that combine bold geometric forms with realistic perspective, giving my compositions a dynamic, almost architectural quality. My vivid tropical colours reflect the light and environment of my native island, bringing a rich chromatic palette to my work.
My artistic practice draws inspiration from the lush landscapes, flora and fauna of Mauritius and Rodrigues. Through acrylic paintings on canvas, I capture these elements through rhythmic repetitions of shapes and patterns that create harmony and depth. My compositions often depict rural and maritime scenes, where nature, animals and people coexist in balanced and joyful settings.
My style, known as Zafer, combines emotional expression with an idealised vision of the world. Through vibrant colours and expressive geometric forms, I invite viewers into a utopian realm where nature and geometry coexist in harmony. My work transforms everyday moments into poetic and luminous visions, celebrating the connection between tradition, environment and the human spirit.
For me, painting is more than a creative practice; it is a form of healing. The repetitive shapes ground me in the present, while vivid colours bring calm and clarity. Through painting, I transform emotions that words cannot always express into something ordered, beautiful and hopeful. Zafer is both my escape and my anchor.
Solo Exhibitions
2025 - Hennessy Park Hotel, Cybercity, Mauritius.
2022 - Caudan Arts Centre, Port Louis, Mauritius.
2014 - Réduit, Mauritius.
2006 - Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis, Mauritius.
2002 - Galerie Du Coin De Mire, Grand Baie, Mauritius.
2000 - City Hall, Curepipe, Mauritius.
1998 - Mauritius Union, Port Louis, Mauritius.
1996 - Galerie Max Boulé, Rose Hill, Mauritius.
Group Exhibitions
2026 - Uncorked - Cascavelle, Mauritius.
2026 - Samudra Exhibition - Caudan Arts Centre, Port Louis, Mauritius.
2026 - Salon de Mai - MGI Moka, Mauritius.
2025 - Terre d'Artistes - Caudan Arts Centre, Port Louis, Mauritius.
2024 - Samudra Exhibition - Caudan Arts Centre, Port Louis, Mauritius.
2022 - Art Conclave - Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre, Phoenix, Mauritius.
2022 - Samudra Exhibition - Caudan Arts Centre, Port Louis, Mauritius.
2022 - Salon de Mai - MGI Moka, Mauritius.
Awards & Distinctions
Elevated to the rank of CSK - Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean - National Recognition for Significant Contribution in the Arts.
Since June 2025, I have been an ambassador for the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, an initiative that raises awareness and support for people living with non-visible conditions. This cause is close to my heart. By sharing my own journey through both my paintings and my voice, I hope to play a small part in building a more compassionate and inclusive world.
Through Artmajeur, my work has just been referenced in the Akoun database - the French art-market authority that has documented painters' quotations since 1985 - and will appear in the 2027 edition of its annual "Cote des Peintres" guide.
