Givan Lötz

Givan Lötz is a Johannesburg-based multidisciplinary creative practitioner whose work transcends conventional definitions. As both a visual artist and musician, Lötz constantly pushes the boundaries of creative expression, often subverting traditional notions of art and sound. He holds an honours degree in Information Design from the University of Pretoria.

Lötz is interested in spaces of emotional resonance. In his work, he manipulates the capacity for paint to render organic forms and natural cycles of growth and decay. This process forms part of a personal visual shorthand, creating a world we recognise but can’t explain.

In addition to numerous exhibitions, talks and features, Lötz has been included in the ABSA L’Atelier Top 100 in 2012, 2013 and 2014 as well as Design Days Dubai in 2014 and 2015. Lötz's most recent records, MAW (2016) and YAW (2017) were released to critical acclaim on Miami-based label Other-Electricities and featured in Iggy Pop’s BBC Radio 6 show. He has been awarded three residencies in the last year from locations as far ranging as Finland, New York and Wyoming.