Nelson Makamo: Souls of Azania - Talk and Live Performance

About

Nelson Makamo’s art is primarily focussed on portraiture. Born in Modimolle, Limpopo Province, he studied printmaking for 3 years at the Artist Proof Studios in Joburg. Makamo’s work is strongly influenced by the daily life of South Africans, with great emphasis on the portrayal of the innocence of children in the rural areas. Facial expressions, features, emotions, and body language all come to life in his canvas.

He works within a variety of media: charcoal, oil paints, watercolour, silkscreen, monotype printing techniques, and pen and ink. Makamo is a storyteller and his works vividly capture the visual representation of his daily encounters-- urban city life, personal history/experiences, identity, the transition from childhood to adulthood, and migration. His art is vibrant; it resonates and communicates about the universal experiences of humanity.

Makamo works as a full-time artist at his studio in the heart of Joburg – a space he deems to be the most sacred place in the world. 

Refreshment will be provided and there will be the opportunity to purchase some items customised by the artist during the day.