Neo Matome-harum: arts advocate

Matome adopts a contemporary approach to her work.  She explores social issues through different media.  Her art addresses the taboos of the society such as sexuality. One piece titled Mosadi Gender Series focuses on gender with emphasis on women. Some of her art was influenced by South African athlete, Caster Semenya when there were questions about her gender.

Matome is advocating for the development of the arts industry in the country so that Botswana can be at par with the international community.  She also calls for the development of an art curriculum as she believes that art education is essential.