Ramolapong fulfills his dream

He also paints pictures that depict culture especially African culture. “I chose to do this kind of art because it challenges me more to research and know about humans as I am always workings with moods around their faces. I am also open to learning more about Botswana history more especially about our cultures as Batswana.

This is my way of trying to restore the information or knowledge in an art form for future reference,” he proudly explained. This talented young man uses acrylic paints even though he pointed out that they are the most difficult to use since they need speed and patience as they dry faster than others. He added that he also likes using coloured pencils for drawing. However, he also revealed that he did not learn art from school but rather it was a God given talent that was nurtured by some of his fellow artist friends like Ditshupo Mogapi and Thato Khomela. He said he has been working as an artist for seven years. Even though he used to do art on part time basis in the past due to circumstances beyond him, he indicated that he was now proud to be pursuing art full-time.