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Kgosimodimo: Painting a future of empowerment

Gomolemo Kgosimodimo..
Gomolemo Kgosimodimo..

Gomolemo Kgosimodimo’s journey into the world of art is a tale of passion, resilience, and self-discovery.

She is a multifaceted artist whose work speaks to her heart, her community, and her culture. Kgosimodimo has used her innate talent to create a thriving career that bridges the gap between personal expression and professional success. Her story is one of following her instincts, even when it meant turning her back on a formal qualification in favour of a path that fulfilled her creative soul. “I’ve always been gifted with art since I was eight years old,” Kgosimodimo recalls. “That’s when I first noticed my talent, but I didn’t dive into it seriously until I went to varsity. During my spare time, I started drawing, and people began showing interest and were willing to pay for my work. That’s when I realised that this could be something I could do full-time. After graduating, I decided to focus on my art career,” she stated. Born and raised in Molepolole, Kgosimodimo pursued a degree in Motion Picture Medium at AFDA College in Botswana but upon completing her studies, she made a conscious decision to turn her attention to painting. Despite having a formal qualification, she chose the path of an artist when she found herself struggling with unemployment after graduation.

“It wasn’t easy,” she admits, “but I believed my talent could come in handy, and I trusted that the work would eventually speak for itself.” Kgosimodimo runs Gomolemo Kgosimodimo Arts, a successful business that sees her creating stunning portraits, murals, and drawings that resonate with a diverse audience. From high-profile figures to businesses and everyday individuals, Kgosimodimo’s work has found its way into numerous homes and public spaces. “I’ve always wanted my art to be a reflection of my life and the people around me,” Kgosimodimo explains.

Editor's Comment
Depression is real; let's take care of our mental health

It is not uncommon in this part of the world for parents to actually punish their children when they show signs of depression associating it with issues of indiscipline, and as a result, the poor child will be lashed or given some kind of punishment. We have had many suicide cases in the country and sadly some of the cases included children and young adults. We need to start looking into issues of mental health with the seriousness it...

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