Keloilwe soldiers on artistically

When the 24-year-old finished school that year, he did not make it to university and life became hard for him. As a way of fending for himself, the young talent started painting because it was the most selling type of art form for him.

Keloilwe told Arts & Culture he paints on acrylics most of the time since they are flexible. He added that he likes abstract art because it gives him room for freedom to create a piece of art in his mind. “I like the galaxy design I always use on fabric shoes of my customers. The public loves my work. Most of them show interest in placing orders, but always say that they do not have enough money to pay me. I always advertise my pieces on social media,” he noted. Keloilwe said he started art at the age of 10.  He was inspired by his brother and a neighbour who were both doing art at the time. When his love for art grew, he said his artistic skills improved and he impressed his peers who later approached him for assistance.