Opening this evening (April 21) at
18h30 at the KZNSA will be Sicelo Ziqubu's
My
Colourful Humble Endeavors Against Global Warming in the Park Gallery, and a public
activation against the xenophobic violence that has once again erupted in Durban.
Ziqubu's exhibition is part of a
three-leg national tour, supported by the National Arts Council of South
Africa. It showcases his colourful signature style using found waste materials
to create works that are multi -and sculptural. The artist serves to educate
viewers on the impact of global warming, as he invites gallery visitors to join
him on his 3R strategy - Reduce, Recycle & Reuse.
Thereafter, an installation will begin
in the Arts Cafe, created from public contributions and personal effects that
speak to displacement, solidarity and humanity. These concepts will then be
interrogated in a panel discussion that explores how this tension informs the
creative practice of artists.
“We encourage you to attend and bring
along personal effects to create this live installation showing our solidarity
with all those affected by the current unrest,” says the KZNSA. “We will also
be collecting donations of non-perishable food and toiletry items for the Red
Cross to assist refugees in camps, including bread, soup, disposable diapers,
baby formula, hygiene packs, sanitary pads, towels, cardboard boxes and
porridge. Please join us and speak out against xenophobia.”
The KZNSA Gallery
is situated at 166 Bulwer Road,
Glenwood, in Durban.
More information on 031 277 1703, fax 031 201 8051 or cell 082 220 0368 or
visit www.kznsagallery.co.za