I was fortunate to grow up in the creative orbit of Ray Orpheus Griffith, a gifted photographer from Trinidad and Tobago whose lens could speak louder than words. His artistic eye and eclectic music taste created the atmosphere that first awakened my own love for art in all its forms.
This part of my website is dedicated to him and to the enduring power of art to move, shape and transform. Through reflection and exploration, I seek to highlight how creativity can challenge perspectives and translate imagination into reality. It is a space to reimagine how we see, feel and understand the world because at the end of the day, we may all come from different walks of life but there are some things that are inarguably common amongst us and art universally reminds us of these truths. May these stories stir a mindset shift, spark empathy and invite us to use our talents to make the world just a little brighter.
Dennis Jere: Confronting Zambia’s Water Woes Through Art
Zambian artist Dennis Jere’s recent exhibition, We Are Tired, addresses societal issues surrounding access to clean water.
Through textured paintings reflecting hardship and endurance, he raises awareness of the struggles faced by communities. The exhibition invites viewers to remember, question, and act, emphasizing water access as a fundamental right.
The exhibition is available…
Artist Spotlight: Kaluba Blanco Chilawa
Artist Spotlight: Kaluba Blanco Chilawa
Known for mixed-media sculptures that explore local social themes using symbols like the bow, arrow and calabash, Kaluba intricately combines various woods, metals and marble to create such fine art. His works celebrated in major Lusaka galleries, have been gifted to Kings and earned him Ngoma Awards, recognitions and nominations…
Mulenga Chafilwa’s Euphoria – Capturing the Urban Pulse
Be sure to catch Mulenga Chafilwa’s “Euphoria Exhibition,” at Imvelo Cafe in the Agora Village.
It captures the dynamic landscape of urban life from Mulenga’s eyes and invites viewers to experience familiar sights re-imagined artistically, blending street culture and architecture with nostalgic childhood joys, revealing the evolving nature of the city.
Exploring Growth Through Wajipha Chongwe’s Art
Themed ZuwaSun, Wajipha Chongwe’s inaugural exhibition held at Lechwe Art Gallery, was an unveiling of her personal evolution. Through a vibrant detailing of dots, spirals and various female forms, Wajipha articulated her journey of breaking free from externally imposed patterns and reclaiming a sense of belonging. In some way, I got the sense that the…
Sparking Creativity in Garden Compound
Lusaka’s Garden Compound is witnessing a spark of creativity that has the potential to ignite an art revolution. On a recent trip to Malasha Market in Garden, I was drawn to a roadside shop bursting with vibrant colors. I was delighted to discover that it was a budding creative hub for local artists. Matalanta Art…
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