"Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 6 March for an evening of art, community, ice-cold beers and making waves for a worthy cause. Plus, there's no charge for admission, and the first 100 attendees will receive a pint on the house," says Jack Black.
"Jack Black's Taproom has become a local hub for community events and change-making initiatives, and it's been an absolute honour to have played a small part in the festival's success," says Meg McCulloch, co-founder of Jack Black. "As a long-time partner of Wavescape, it's been an incredible journey to partner with the festival over the last ten years."
Since its inception in 2005, Wavescape has been curating the Wavescape Art Board Project, which invites South African artists to transform surfboards into stunning pieces of art.
According to Jack Black, the initiative has raised close to R6-million for organisations such as:
- the NSRI
- The Shark Spotters
- Ocean Pledge, and
- the 9 Miles Project.
In 2023, the Wavescape Artboard Project raised a record-breaking R712 000, with one single board attracting a final bid of R115 000.
Jack Black says that it is proud to continue supporting this tradition, channelling their commitment to community engagement and environmental conservation.
"As South Africa's shifting consciousness continues to move towards a more sustainable future, the relevance of the festival not only for the growing surfing community but the community at large, has been fantastic to see," McCulloch says.
"The Artboard Auction is a highlight in the Jack Black calendar, and we are passionate about supporting the amazing talent of our local artists while raising funds for deserving organisations," adds McCulloch.
Leading the lineup of contributing artists at the
Wavescape Art Board Charity Auction is veteran Brett Murray, whose acerbic wit serves as a reminder of the importance of environmental activism, says Jack Black.
Joining Murray are:
- Amy Hakopike
- Anton Butler
- Brett Murray
- Jero
- Kabelo Maraloki
- MJ Lourens
- Motel Seven
- ONE.
- Stef Smit, and
- Sulette van der Merwe.
Their artworks will be on display at Jack Black's Taproom from Monday, 26 February to Wednesday, 6 March — offering a glimpse into the vibrant world of surf culture, adds Jack Black.
The Wavescape Art Board Charity Auction, hosted by Nik Rabinowitz, will take place on Wednesday, 6 March. The evening will kick off at 17:30 with live music and dinner. The auction itself will begin at 19:00 promising a night filled with fundraising, fun and frivolity in support of a cause that truly matters, Jack Black concludes.