Fine artist, Jakie is eager to make a name for himself
The up-and-coming, self-taught artist specialises in portrait art.
LIMPOPO – From a young age, Jakie Ntavhanyeni Madide has enjoyed drawing. His most recent masterpiece is a beautiful drawing of Phalaphala’s FM Vhandilani (morning drive) presenters.
This up-and-coming fine artist from Tshiungani in Niani area is eager to make a name for himself in the industry and when he picks up a paper and pencil, eye-catching art is created.
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The 23-year-old says drawing is a part of his life he cannot live without. “To me art is more than just a daily practice. I have been drawing for as long as I can remember, but I started taking drawing seriously only in December.” The self-taught artist specialises in portrait art. Creating beautiful art requires patience, time, discipline and creativity, he said, adding that he draws inspiration from artists such as Bono Siaga and Ennok M.
He dreams of seeing his work in a museum one day. “I also want to see myself owning an art gallery and showcasing my drawings around the world,” he says. He is currently studying towards a diploma in computer networking at the Central University of Technology. Anyone interested in his work can contact him at 082 503 6260.
