(Zanele Muholi)
Inkanyiso Media and Muholi Productions, in collaboration with 25 young
visual artists of KwaZulu-Natal, present Ikhono
Lasenatali in The KZNSA Gallery’s Main, Mezzanine, Park and Media Galleries
in Durban. The exhibition opens on May 8, 2019.
Ikhono Lasenatali is a collection of
commissions by the acclaimed South African visual activist, Prof Sir Zanele
Muholi, to 25 young KwaZulu-Natal visual artists to re-interpret Muholi’s
self-portraits from the Somnyama Ngonyama project in each young artist’s medium
and technique.
The exhibition at KZNSA, curated by Dr Bajabulile Dhlamini and Thobeka
Bhengu, celebrates KwaZulu-Natal's talent and provides an exciting platform for
the young artists to showcase their skills and craft.
Ikhono Lasenatali also forms part of
a 25 Years of Democracy commemoration, with the interpretations of Somnyama
Ngonyama by mostly ‘born free’ artists speaking to social ills and touching on
Muholi’s themes of gender, race, politics, sexuality, collaboration, and
collectivism.
Participating artists include Mpilo Makhanya , Bongani Luthuli ,
Lindokuhle Khumalo , Mlamuli Mkhwanazi , Mthobisi Maphumulo, Mduduzi Dzanibe ,
Londiwe Mtshali , Andile Maphumulo, Sthenjwa Luthuli, Lungisani Ndlovu, Nomusa
Mtshali , Morgan Mohape , Sphephelo Mnguni, Ncumisa Mcitwa , Major Ndlovu,
Mondli Mbhele, Zwelinjani Radebe, Shabo Bhengu, Mhlonishwa Chiliza, Khulekani
Mkhize, Lindani Nyandeni, Nhlakanipho Gcwabe, Thembi Mtshali, Thalente Khomo,
Wonder Mbambo and Nkosikhona Majola.
There are numerous educational activities planned throughout the
exhibition including public and schools walkabouts. These will facilitate
in-depth discussions on national, continental and international issues relevant
to the artworks selected. Discussions will also provide a vibrant overview of
South African contemporary art and art history, encouraging participants to
engage in critical thinking and analysis through visual interactions and
experience.
The exhibition runs from May 8 to June 2, 2019. The official opening,
with Muholi and participating artists in attendance, is on May 17, 2019, at
17h30 for 18h00. All are welcome. Free entry, Arts Cafe and bar will be open.
The KZNSA Gallery is situated at 166 Bulwer Road, Glenwood, in Durban.
More information on 031 277 1705, fax 031 201 8051 or cell 082 220 0368 or
visit www.kznsa.co.za
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