Createc Designs
"My paintings are a reflection of my complex personality, give meaning to my life and color to those of others"Limited Edition Prints
Half nude
Rendered in warm, earthy tones against a bold cobalt blue background, the artwork focuses on the midsection of a woman, capturing a moment of vulnerability and quiet strength.
West Coast
West Coast is inspired by the natural beauty of Langebaan on South Africa’s West Coast.
Divine District
Cornelia’s brushwork combines impressionistic looseness with deliberate color placement, and her signature appears boldly in the lower right.
Humbled Age
This oil painting by Cornelia captures a moment of quiet beauty with subtle brushwork and rich, earthy tones. The compact size draws the viewer in, inviting a more intimate engagement with the scene.
Country Boys
The painting depicts a quiet village street where everyday moments come alive—a young boy rides his bicycle with a sense of freedom, while a woman in a pink dress strolls down the lane.
Sunflower Surprise
This original artwork radiates energy through its bold turquoise figure and vibrant sunflower-like blooms in fiery orange and gold. A true conversation piece, it adds warmth, creativity, and a touch of playful elegance to any space.
District Clouds
In this evocative cityscape, Cornelia masterfully captures the quiet rhythm of urban life with a painterly blend of mood and movement.
District Clouds II
Stroll, tall, narrow buildings with elegant facades rise along a quiet street, their warm tones of ochre, sienna, and cream glowing against a textured sky of cobalt and lavender hues.
District Bicycles
The architecture suggests a European setting, perhaps inspired by Dutch or Flemish towns, with tall, narrow buildings featuring gabled roofs and soft, curved facades.
Countryside II
The composition centers around two whitewashed cottages with steep, dark roofs, set against a backdrop of fields and distant houses. The slightly naive, folk-art style gives the work a warm, nostalgic quality.
Devine District II
Cornelia’s brushwork combines impressionistic looseness with deliberate color placement, and her signature appears boldly in the lower right.
District Women
Cornelia’s style blends impressionistic suggestions with vibrant color contrasts. Her confident brushwork and expressive use of light convey a feeling of stillness mixed with gentle daily life.
Rocking Chair
The female figure, portrayed with classical realism and unapologetic grace, reclines on an ornate wooden chair that spirals and flows like an extension of her own form.
Uncle Joe
Painted in bold, expressive strokes, the piece radiates raw emotion through its rich palette of earthy tones, burnt siennas, and cool highlights.
Protea Leaves
Cornelia brings to life the striking beauty of a single protea bloom, rendered in lush, expressive strokes. The flower's rich crimson and magenta petals unfurl with a dynamic energy, edged in soft whites and greens
Protea Perfection
Set against a warm, golden-beige background, the bold, graphic stems and shadowy outlines provide a dramatic contrast, anchoring the ethereal quality of the flowers.
Keeper of Time
The subject’s expressive blue eyes—sharp and penetrating—draw you into a face lined with the marks of age, experience, and contemplation.
Protea Pride
The protea petals, traditionally soft and organic, are reimagined here with dashes of **crimson, turquoise, canary yellow, electric green, and cobalt blue**, layered over a base of delicate pinks and whites.
Protea Pride II
The painting features two prominent protea blossoms—bold and colorful—set against a soft, beige background that allows their intricate forms and radiant hues to take center stage. Cornelia
Keeper of Time II
The subject’s expressive blue eyes—sharp and penetrating—draw you into a face lined with the marks of age, experience, and contemplation.
Zebra
The iconic black and white stripes curve rhythmically across its form, creating a mesmerising contrast against a soft, olive-green background that enhances the subject’s quiet majesty.
Royal Bloom
This piece radiates energy through its vibrant palette of soft pinks, whites, and golden yellows, juxtaposed with verdant greens and flowing, organic lines.
Queen in Bloom
"Queen in Bloom" is a vivid portrayal of a single protea flower unfurling in majestic grace. The petals are rendered with gestural fluidity while the soft lavender and neutral background enhances the flower's prominence.
Reflections in Blue
A woman stands partially obscured, her figure duplicated in a mirror that distorts and abstracts her presence.
Inner Carnival
This abstract composition suggests both human anatomy and fantastical shapes, inviting the viewer to interpret the swirling contours as expressions of identity, emotion, and transformation.
Innocent
The portrait radiates with a nostalgic purity, inviting viewers to reflect on childhood’s unguarded beauty. This piece stands as a timeless tribute to softness, intimacy, and the enduring grace of a fleeting moment.
Wisdom in her Eyes
Cornelia masterfully renders a striking portrait in pencil, capturing the depth, strength, and lived experience of an elder woman.
Legacy
Legacy is a heartfelt pencil portrait by Cornelia that captures the warmth, humility, and enduring spirit of an iconic figure.
Danielle
Drawn with remarkable detail and tenderness, the young child gazes outward with wide, expressive eyes that reflect both joy and trust. This pencil work is a loving tribute to the fleeting magic of youth—captured through the artist’s gentle hand.
Clown
The whimsical bow tie, round spectacles, and vintage bowler hat add a theatrical charm, suggesting a character full of stories and cheer. Each wrinkle is drawn with care, highlighting both the artist’s technical skill and sensitivity to personality.
Sunflower Symphony
Sunflower Symphony is a radiant celebration of nature’s optimism. In this vivid composition, Cornelia brings to life a thriving field of sunflowers—each bloom turned toward the sun as if in joyful chorus.
Zebra King
With warm, earthy undertones and piercing amber eyes, the piece speaks to themes of unity, protection, and the quiet resilience of wildlife. This artwork celebrates both the individuality and the harmony found in nature.
Grace
The subject, adorned with a striking red headwrap and golden earring, exudes quiet power and introspection. Her downcast eyes and poised expression invite contemplation, while the textured layers of paint echo the depth of heritage and identity.
Crown of the Wild
A majestic interpretation of the iconic King Protea radiates power and elegance. Set against a muted green backdrop, the vibrant reds, oranges, and pinks come alive, giving the impression of a flame held in nature’s cradle.
Crown of the Wild II
With soft, muted greens and earthy undertones, the composition evokes a sense of elegance. This work captures the spirit of renewal and rooted resilience found in nature’s wildest blossoms.
Velvet Crown
Velvet Crown captures the regal presence of the King Protea at its most opulent. With richly saturated magenta petals edged in soft, white fuzz, the flower bursts forth with both strength and delicacy.
Zebra Dreams
Cornelia uses the stark beauty of black-and-white contrast to depict a powerful moment of connection between two zebras. The close composition draws the viewer into their the gentle strength in their gaze and the symmetry of their stripes.