MarkzowDavid on reshaping black culture context

The Tutume native, who works predominantly in the medium of contemporary painting, drawing, sculpture and large signage installations in many instances, is acclaimed for brilliant use of knife, brush-painted portraits and landscapes.

In an interview with Arts & Culture, the multi-talented visual artist said he pursued his love for art upon completion of his high school in 2014. He added that his first exhibitions were showcased during Thapong Artists of The Year Award (TAYA) and the National Museum Gallery in 2015. “Through outstanding, often monotone and direct portraits, I engage in an intimate closeness with my subjects. The figures gaze with unwavering firmness as they look to the viewer with stern dispositions.