Bhobhoyi painter Thabiso uses art to express his emotions
Thabiso Khumalo believes the process of creating a work of art is as important as the final painting or drawing.
The latest work by artist Thabiso Khumalo celebrates the warmth, strength, power, and beauty of women and their culture. The painter is convinced his paintings carry a message of hope for a better tomorrow.
Thabiso, who uses wall and roof paint for his artwork, was born and raised in Bhobhoyi, just outside Port Shepstone which is where he completed his schooling.
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“The reason why I use wall and roof paint is because oil paint is expensive for me, so it’s best to use what I have. I use art to express my thoughts and emotions. My inspiration comes from African women. How hard they have worked, how far they have come and the respect they teach their children every day,” he said.
The former pupil of Sister Joan’s High School said he was never taught how to draw or paint.
“I have been drawing and painting for as long as I can remember. I have never received any form of education when it comes to art. What I now know, is what experience has taught me. I recently applied to a few institutions to study fine art, because I realised that a skill needs knowledge to back it up.”
The 22-year-old said he does not receive as much support at home as he would like; but that does not stop him from creating art. He added that he has been making sales through posting his artwork on social media. “I have sold most of my work and social media has been very helpful with that. However, I would love to network with other artists on the coast, so that I can learn from them and build my brand as an artist,” he said.
The brother to two sisters said what sets him apart from other artists is the fact he is fascinated by the changing social dynamics of his community. For some time he has enjoyed documenting the self-sufficiency of women. He also believes the process of creating a work of art is as important as the final painting or drawing.
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