“The striking lines and colour in my art represents boldness and being proud of who we are no matter what we look like, I am fascinated by different kinds of people in my society and I always wanted to make art, inspired by my people, for my people “says Zibusiso Tshuma.
He is well known as Zie The Artist in the creative sector. He is our pride and joy, a young man born with a pencil and a paint palette, a fine artist who ventured into a not so common area, he presents a state-of-the-art, unique modern aesthetic pieces through embracing digitalisation and its possible opportunities.
In his projects he brings a feel of the African way of life in a unique digital art style, a valuable one. These are not mere portraits but African stories that will uplift your soul, available in a variety of sizes and formats including canvas and paper prints.
Zibusiso Tshuma grew up in Gwanda and a sincere appreciation of his surroundings inspired him to make African portraits in a variegated form that prove most pleasing to one’s aesthetic sensibilities, a true value.
Zie had a priviledge to showcase his art works at the National Arts Gallery in Bulawayo where he exhibited Hugh Masekela’s portrait among other pieces of art. His exhibitions received high praise and he gladly said that’ ‘I had a nice experience because I did not expect such encouraging comments that surely gave me an assurance that I am really doing excellent work in fine arts’. He continued to advance his art techniques.
Zie is a pro whose desire for art started from a young age. “There was a time when I was at creche where I used to practice drawing, my teachers used to say I was the best drawer… I remember my creative style from that young age and how I did outsmart my mates in art”, said an enthusiastic Zie.
He is a techno savvy, loves exploring a lot with the new technological tools, this is great innovation and it sets one apart from the rest of the people who are perhaps in the same industry. Competition is healthy, it makes one identify their competitive advantage and be able to create a unique piece that makes one stand out.
Visit his website to see more of his works and purchase one for yourself.
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