Willie obtained a BA FA (Fine Art) and MPhil VA (Illustration) degree from the University of Stellenbosch.

 

He was introduced to botanical illustration by Vicki Thomas as part of his postgraduate studies. Since then he has worked mainly within the genre of botanical art, and has received awards at various local and international events. His work is included in the Grootbos Florilegium.

 

Willie strives to capture the personality and essence of his subject matter with a definite, yet delicate analytical investigation.

 

He currently teaches Visual Art at the PJ Olivier Art Centre in Stellenbosch and facilitates regular botanical art classes.