The Vaal can be Glamorous

This place I’ve never been

Has the elusive/pervasive aura of

Tuscany:

Plot and plan!

Emeralds and pond scum,

The Highveld rain can leave

The pool in a state.

Careful maintenance of HTH

And bottle blondes.

Lacquer, the glassy surface of the dam

French tips

Both ruined by speedboats.

Wives names (beloved?)

Dipping and rising.

A diamond ring.

This is an ongoing project about the effluence and affect of South African, white, working-class holidays. Some pieces were on show at the Turbine Art Fair, and Others at 99 Loop Gallery.