Thapong artists go head to head
Friday, May 16, 2014
Uhuru
This combination has created an interesting atmosphere. The exhibition is set to run for the next two weeks.
Seasoned artists like Reginald Bakwena and Uhuru Kgope have provided the audience with a rare opportunity to re-live their early days with some thought-provoking pieces. Bakwena demonstrated his proficiency with charcoal to create artworks, which illustrate his belief in simplicity to get the ultimate complexity.
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