(Work by Ben Nsusha)
Opening at the Tatham Art Gallery in Pietermaritzburg on Sunday
(July 24) is Thunga Uthimule: The Art and
Times of Ben Nsusha.
Ben Nsusha was born in Umzumbe, KwaZulu-Natal, and is now
residing in Dobsonville, Gauteng. He is a critically acclaimed artist with a
40-year career in which his work has been exhibited locally and abroad. He is
renowned for his skill in mixing materials and techniques, and for his
attention to detail. His exhibition Thunga
Uthimule is a reflection of his observations of people and society and
includes ceramics, sculpture, printmaking and painting.
Nsusha trained at Edendale Technical College, Rorke’s Drift,
and the Chelsea and Slade Schools of Art in London. He has taught at a number
of art institutions in South Africa, including FUBA Academy (Federated Union of
Black Artists), Adams College of Education, the University of Durban-Westville,
and Walter Sisulu University of Technology.
He has participated in numerous group and solo shows in
South Africa and abroad, and his works are represented in many public,
corporate and private collections.
A full educational programme has been planned around Thunga Uthimule and the artist will be
in residence from 10h00 to 16h00 on July 26 and 27. Nsusha will also conduct a
workshop with participants in the Art Educators programme from 12h00 to 15h00
on July 28. Bookings essential through Pinky on 033 3922 811 or email: pinky.madlabane@msunduzi.gov.za
Professor Pitika Ntuli will be the opening speaker of Thunga Uthimule: The Art and Times of Ben
Nsusha in the Main Room of the Tatham Art Gallery on July 24 at 10h30 for
11h00.
The Tatham
Art Gallery
is situated opposite the Town Hall in Chief
Albert Luthuli Street, Pietermaritzburg. It is
open from Tuesdays to Sundays from 10h00 to 17h00. Café Tatham is open on
Saturdays. Safe parking with a car guard available. More information on 033 392
2801 or visit www.tatham.org.za
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