Spier Arts Trust artist Tafadzwa Tega shines in London

Sunday, 23 April, 2023
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The zumbani flower – the bloom of the ‘wonder herb’ fevertea tree – is an important totem in the works of Zimbabwean artist Tafadzwa Tega.

He’s bold and colourful paintings, often coupled with intricate floral backgrounds inspired by the flower; delve into topics such as cultural identity, faith and customs, and the impact of migration and displacement. His brightly coloured portraits certainly stood out at the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair in London in October last year, garnering positive responses from international art lovers and critics alike.

The 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair is the only international art fair dedicated to African and diaspora contemporary art. As sponsors, Nando’s and the Spier Arts Trust returned to the acclaimed fair in 2022, bringing Tega’s work to this international stage.

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