Masonwabe Ntloko and Katmo Gallery are thrilled to announce a special showcase of the illustrator and artist’s new work
Designer, illustrator and artist, Masonwabe Ntloko in collaboration with Katmo Gallery announced a noteworthy up and coming celebratory showcase of Ntloko’s new work. Set to take place on the 23rd of February 2023 at Katmo Gallery, the showcase will provide attendees, art and design enthusiasts the opportunity to witness the artist latest projects.
Ntloko is a Nelson Mandela Universty, Illustrator and Textile Design Graduate whose career has been soaring; from interning at one of South Africa’s internationally recognised brands Maxhosa to collaborating with local and international brands such as Markham, Airloom, Rocking The Daisies, Warner Music Africa and a variation of artists such as AKA, Simphiwe Dana, Jimmy Dludlu, Tresor and more. The love and celebration he’s received is due to his remarkable artworks that embody a fusion of nostalgia and modernity. He draws inspiration from his hometown, his IsiXhosa culture (and most recently the diverse cultures found in South Africa), personal experiences and the daily lives of ordinary black people. “His work explores the richness, spiritual nuances and heritage of the xhosa people of south africa,with rural lived experiences. It looks at the rite of passage/initiation of young men, a common ritual in the xhosa culture. The work also celebrates the matriarchs, the powerful women from which we come from, just to mention a few”.
Katmo Gallery is a 100% black owned Art Gallery, that prides itself in fine art prints, framing services, photographic and contemporary art. Founded by photographer, artist and art director of note, Katlego Mokubyane. His passion and outstanding work has propelled him to work with local and international brands; from Clicks and Career Magazine to Forbes Africa and Universal Music to name a few. Mokubyane is zealous about witnessing the South African photography industry expand locally and internationally amongst black creatives which drove him to open a photography studio called Newkatz Studio with the aim to “empower local photographers by creating a professional environment at an affordable rate”.
