TOP 15 – LONGLISTED 2024 Artist: Peter Nshekanabo
Title: Gaza Unravel
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 270cm x 210cm
Year: 2024
Born in January 1997, Peter Nshekanabo is a multi-disciplinary full-time visual artist based in Kampala, Uganda. He holds a Bachelor of Art and Industrial and Design degree from Kyambogo University, Uganda. His objectives include using his art to lay witness to the strength and dignity of marginalized communities, capturing the raw energy and essence of their stories, struggles and achievements.
“My artistic practice is an ongoing exploration of the intersection of culture, community, and resilience, with a specific focus on African slum communities. Through my unique pixelated paint technique, I create vibrant monochromes that humanize the figures who shape our world, challenging the status quo and amplifying marginalized voices.
My work is driven by a passion for social justice and a desire to celebrate the resourcefulness and creativity of slum residents. By fragmenting and reassembling reality, I reveal the intricate layers of our shared humanity, inviting the viewer to reflect on their own place within the larger narrative.” – Peter Nshekanabo.
Email: Nshekapeter@gmail.com
