Nyadzombe Nyampenza
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Mugabe’s art: A celebration of African childhood
A larger part of the audience will most likely conclude that the sounding words bear no correspondence to the depicted scenario.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Oct. 10, 2022
Makaza’s new work revels in domestic bliss
Makaza hints at a similar transformation stating that in a space of three years a lot had happened.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Oct. 28, 2022
Nyakauru’s sculptures depict seen, unseen realities
By depicting both the seen and unseen worlds the multi award-winning artist courts new audiences without alienating the old.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Nov. 17, 2022
Zvepano exhibition offers female perspectives on social issues
That would be a wasted opportunity for growth through experiment and inspiration in a new environment.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Nov. 25, 2022
Nyandoro envisions a beautiful life for women
A SOLO exhibition Mupfumi Ndini at Artillery Gallery in Harare marks a bold entry and self-introductiston for young female artist
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Dec. 9, 2022
US artists illuminate sacred Nharira Hills
Many drivers speeding down the stretch of the highway between Norton and Harare hardly have time to view the marvel, except for locals.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Feb. 27, 2023
Teede gets candid in her latest exhibition
Cocoon one, two and three, revel in the different forms in shape and colour that cocoons are created, which may allude to wider social implications.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Mar. 2, 2023
Zim has great visual artistic talent
Third prizes were taken by Daniel Chimurure (painting) and Johnson Mugabe (mixed media).
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Mar. 15, 2023
Exhibition honours women
International Women’s Day is celebrated as a focal point in the women’s rights movement.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Mar. 21, 2023
Takadiwa’s exhibition grapples with remnants of colonialism
Curated by Fadzai Muchemwa, NGZ’s contemporary art curator, Takadiwa’s exhibition runs under the polemic title Vestiges of Colonialism.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Mar. 28, 2023
Zim’s visual artist makes waves in Europe
Curated by Jeanette Pacher, Mukwazhi’s current exhibition at the Secession, that runs until April 16, also marks the publication of her first monograph.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Apr. 6, 2023
Exhibition celebrates Tengenenge arts community
The artworks show different approaches in technique and subject matter, ranging from the naive to ultra-modernist aesthetics, proving that the movement is alive and continues to evolve.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Apr. 21, 2023
Confidence blossoms in Tauzeni’s exhibition
In Plato’s Cave, the people are constrained from discovering how the shadows were being cast by real objects passing in front of a fire that was behind them.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
May. 26, 2023
Mushakwe paints grim mural to warn about climate change
In commemoration of World Environment Day, Harare-based visual artist Merilyn Mushakwe recently painted a mural in Mbare that carries a strong message about climate change.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Jun. 21, 2023
Zimbolicious Anthology 7: A confluence of artistic mediums, emotions
Visual art is also used as an intermission between prose and poetry.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Jun. 28, 2023
Walls of Perception spotlights the impact of drug abuse
In Zimbabwe, the issue of drug and substance abuse has become a serious public health concern in recent years.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Jun. 30, 2023
Chapfika’s soft art tackles hard issues
The title of the exhibition TLDR (Too Long Didn't Read) is a great title even if it’s too clever and concise.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Jul. 20, 2023
Painting bonds young couple in love
The titles may help to bring a new perspective from each work, but overall, the reaction is ingrained and primordial.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Jul. 24, 2023
Personal trauma inspires touching exhibition
In the age of social media, many young black women present themselves and share exclusively positive aspects of their lives.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Aug. 8, 2023
Grey-zones speaks for the unseen
Shaw’s monochromatic works cast an ominous shadow on the exhibition, laying a gray pall like the aftermath of a battlefield.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Sep. 4, 2023
Showcase of Zim talent at FNB Art Joburg
FNB Art Joburg is an annual art fair that showcases the best from institutions, galleries and artists from Africa and the diaspora.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Sep. 22, 2023
Makumbe shares gift of seeing through art
One of his paintings could have just been a plain head and shoulders portrait attracting mild interest.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Oct. 5, 2023
Fine art photography guru mentors locals
To remain authentic, Chudy spoke against complacency, and advised artists to always check within themselves by asking if what they are doing was valid or not.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Oct. 25, 2023
Film mirrors power, beauty of African women
The competition is meant to bring out the unique worldview and experiences of Zimbabweans.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Nov. 7, 2023
Takura draws inspiration from material decay
The artist said his inspiration comes from the community and people who shared with him their personal stories of unresolved issues from the past and the present.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Nov. 8, 2023
Fashion speaks louder than words
Chest-baring clothes for men and female outfits exposing a thigh or cleavage are usually deemed too erotic in Zimbabwe’s mainstream culture.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Nov. 16, 2023
Mutema’s magical art provokes spiritual awakening
Mutenga lauded Mutema for showing true commitment as an artist with her latest body of artworks that demonstrates boldness, bravery, and an experimental attitude.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Nov. 21, 2023
Patrons give thumbs up to FFG exhibition
Standing before a watercolour and book pages on Fabriano by Teede, Dzimano said she fell in love with the colour.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Dec. 20, 2023
Lack of corporate sponsorship shackles visual arts
Exhibitions need sponsorship with funds that go into logistics, and marketing strategies that extend beyond the opening night.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Dec. 25, 2023
At ease with Badza, a man of many jackets
Away from the spotlight, Badza has been instrumental in the success of the artists at FFG.
By NYADZOMBE NYAMPENZA
Feb. 17, 2024
