Uhuru Kgope the reigning Thapong artist of the year

Interestingly, this writer got to see some of the versatile artist's works before actually meeting him in person and he has never disappointed as his pieces are not only pleasing to the eye but are thought-provoking as well.

Art connoisseurs will most certainly remember Kgope's Icons Of Mogoditshane, which depicts the notorious goats of the village that are said to be capable of crossing roads at zebra crossings baffling many in the process. The same goats are also known for having a liking for cooked leftovers and these traits have made them to be compared to human beings no wonder the painter decided to use them as the subject of his works. So popular was the piece that it was bought pronto at an exhibition, despite the fact that it cost several hundreds of Pula. Then there is another piece called Baby Shower, which showcases a showerhead with dolls hanging from it held by plastic strings, which most certainly had art critics talking.