Onale nna gohle

My art is deeply rooted in personal history and the intertwining threads of the past and present. Growing up with limited financial resources, I learned to see scarcity as a catalyst for creativity, drawing inspiration from my immediate surroundings and the everyday struggles of ordinary people.

One of my key influences is my grandfather from the village of Magukubjane, who used lotto numbers to predict the unpredictable. His belief in the possibility of change and hope in uncertain times inspires me to capture the essence of resilience and aspiration in my work. By blending visual elements of my reality with the dreams my grandfather invested in those numbers, I explore themes of hope, possibility, and the human spirit’s endurance.

My work also reflects my academic background in Geography, Tourism, and Environmental Studies. I often incorporate maps, celebrating my love for movement and migration, and African cloth patterns that speak to our continent’s beauty and cultural diversity. These patterns are a testament to how interconnected we are, sharing common threads even in our differences.

Through various mediums and techniques, I aim to evoke emotions and provoke thought, inviting viewers to engage with stories that often go unnoticed. I believe art has the power to transform lives, inspire hope, and challenge perceptions. My goal is to redefine wealth and success, not in terms of material abundance but through the ability to share stories and inspire a more just and compassionate world.

In  this journey, my art becomes a testament to the power of hope, the resilience of the human spirit, and the limitless potential of creativity