Wire sculptor artist showcases his work
George Mpofu, a Harare-born artist transforms industrial wire into living forms, inspired by nature and African tradition. His cow and calf piece is a must-see at Woza Woya. His art symbolises protection and continuity.
SKILLED wire sculptor George Mpofu will be featured at the Woza Moya Artists Wall for March.
Born in Harare in 1982, Mpofu has always known he was meant to be an artist. As a child, he crafted small animals by hand in an early expression of a creative instinct that would shape his future. He later studied at the School of Art in Harare, where his passion for sculpture deepened and his distinctive voice began to form.
Working with wire and glass beads, Mpofu transforms industrial material into living form. His sculptures are carefully shaped by hand, built through patience, precision, and an intimate understanding of structure. What sets his work apart is his use of circular colour discs and beadwork elements inspired by nature that create rhythm, texture, and movement within each piece.
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He said nature remains his greatest inspiration.
“Whether creating animals or even portraits, I approach each sculpture with intention and reverence for form. Beyond my own practice, I am also committed to teaching others the art of wirework, passing on both skill and opportunity.”
His cow and calf sculpture which is displayed at Woza Moya reflects both his technical mastery and his emotional depth.
“The piece captures the quiet strength of protection and provision themes deeply rooted in African tradition. The cow stands as a symbol of stability and dignity; the calf represents continuity and future promise,” said the talented artist.
Uplifting artists
The concept behind the Woza Moya Artists’ Wall and Artists’ Cards is to create and showcase artists’ work. Each month a different artist is paid to paint or sculpt a feature piece on a 1.1m x 1.1m wall panel which is displayed outside the Woza Moya Hillcrest Aids Centre shop.
Woza Moya is the economic empowerment project of the Hillcrest Aids Centre Trust and assists the artist by marketing their work for the entire month. A greeting card is made of the painted wall panel and sold in their shops so the artists can earn an ongoing passive income.
This has worked well with artists earning from R200 to R1000 a month from the sale of the cards. The Woza Moya Artists’ Wall thanked the 100% Foundation for coming on board with an ongoing sponsorship and making this monthly event possible.
Shop opening times:
Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 16:00 Woza Moya Hillcrest Aids Centre Trust, 26 Old Main Road, Hillcrest
Monday to Friday: 09:00 – 17:00 Woza Moya, Kloof Fields Centre
Saturdays: 08:00 – 14:00 HACT and 09:00 – 14:00 Kloof Fields shop
Email: wozamoya@hillaids.org.za
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