Visual artist inspires learners
Sello Letswalo visited Praemoveo Education Centre, where he shared his expertise and wealth of knowledge in the art space.
Praemoveo Education Centre had a special visit from a visual artist, Sello Letswalo, who shared his wealth of knowledge and explained some of his work with the learners and teachers alike.
Sello is a dynamic multimedia artist born in Limpopo but currently based in Alexandra, whose work explores personal narratives through the innovative use of found recyclable materials such as steel and Machangani bags.
By reinterpreting disregarded materials, he infuses them with new meaning and life, creating sculptural paintings that reveal the history and conditioning of the materials.
During the visit, Sello shared his artistic journey, recounting how he began painting and providing insights into the business side of his craft. He showcased some of his most renowned sculptures and paintings, including Maplankara and Reaching for a Dream.
Following his presentation, he engaged in an interactive question-and-answer session with the learners, inspiring them with thought-provoking questions.
According to Theo Kuhn, head of the primary school and Marietjie van Antwerpen, a teacher, the day aimed to foster creativity and other cultural activities among the students while also promoting South African visual artists.
“We wanted to broaden the creativity of the learners and make them start appreciating the finer things in life. As a centre that offers creative arts, pottery, baking and horse-riding, such exhibitions are important for us because we inspire the learners to become something better,” they said.
Sello, a celebrated visual artist known for his vibrant and thought-provoking pieces, captivated the learners with his dynamic approach to art. During the workshop, he encouraged learners to explore their creative sides and express themselves through various visual aids and creative exercises.
“One thing that I want the learners to take away from my art is that it’s OK to be unique and that you can be creative with literally anything,” he said
After the session, the learners and teachers enjoyed tea time together with lots of cookies and sweet treats.
