TOP 15 – LONGLISTED 2024 Artist: Jacob Joshua Kajebe
Title: Family Matters
Medium: Linoleum Print on Paper
Size: 30cm x 42cm
Year: 2024
Born in May 1996, Jacob Joshua Kajebe is a full-time multi-media artist and curator residing in Kampala, Uganda. He holds a Bachelor of Industrial and Fine Arts degree from Makerere University, Uganda.
“I am driven by a passion for exploring and revitalizing our cultural practices to address contemporary challenges and ensure their preservation for future generations. My work is influenced by the restitution movement, emphasizing the importance of reclaiming and celebrating our cultural narratives and material heritage.” – Jacob Joshua Kajebe.
He had this to say about his entry artwork: “Family Matters is an introspective Lino print that delves into the intricate dynamics of family relationships, memory, and mental health. Drawing from my father’s archival photographs of my siblings and me, this artwork navigates the complexities of familial ties – the love, conflicts, and the burdens we carry within these bonds. Inspired by John Ruganda’s “The Burdens,” the piece reflects on how our family, despite the disagreements and challenges, remains a fundamental part of our identity and resilience.”
Email: kajebejacobjosh@gmail.com
