Exploring Black and White in My Art

Most of the time, my Zafer style is full of bright colours. Strong blues, yellows, and reds bring life and energy to my paintings, inspired by the light and spirit of Mauritius. For me, colours have always been a way to share joy and hope.

Recently, I started trying something new: making the same works in black and white. At first, I wasn’t sure it would work. My art has always been about colour—so what would happen if I took it away?

Seeing the Structure

In black and white, I discovered that the lines, shapes, and patterns stand out more clearly. The waves, spirals, and rhythms of my style become stronger, almost like carvings. Without colour, I can see the real structure of the painting.

Two Different Feelings

What surprises me is how the same scene can feel so different. In colour, it is bright and joyful. In black and white, it feels calm, serious, and timeless. The little red canoe in both versions ties them together, like a bridge between two worlds.

Learning from Both

Working in black and white shows me that my art is not only about colours. It is also about movement, balance, and energy. This way of working pushes me to grow and see my Zafer style from a new point of view.

For me, colour and black-and-white are not opposites—they complete each other. One shines like the sun, the other speaks like a shadow.

Together, they make my work richer.