Frank Ross South African, b. 1953

Frank Ross, born in 1953 in Wellington, South Africa, is a self-taught artist known for his expressive paintings that reflect life in the Boland region. His work captures the daily lives of vineyard workers and local landscapes with bold colors, particularly red, symbolizing social discontent. Without formal art education, Ross learned through observation, joining the E'bezweni Art Group in 1996. His art, showcased in places like the Leonardo Da Vinci Art Gallery, is celebrated for its raw, original style and focus on the socio-economic issues of South Africa.