BUHLE HLATSHWAYO
(2024) SOUTH AFRICA
Through my artwork I offer a glimpse into the vibrant lifestyle of Johannesburg. They capture the essence of ordinary individuals navigating the cityscape in the pursuit of a better life.
ACCOLADE
NOMINATED
Top 100 by Sasol New Signatures
NOMINATED
Thami Mnyele Fine Arts Award
NOMINATED
South African Artists Magazine
EXHIBITED
Steyn City & nominated by the late Jen Mchardy
EXHIBITED
With Julie Miller
COLLECTED BY
Alive Art
COLLECTED BY
Laureen Capital
AUCTIONED
Johannesburg Stock Exchange
COMMISSIONED
For The Build It Companies new look
Buhle is from Radebe, Katlehong, in South Africa. In 1996 he moved to Rhema Paradise, a home for street children. A year later, when given a choice of activities, he chose the Little Artists School. Uncertain of his commitment, was in and out of class, but in 1999 he sold his first painting.
In 2009 Buhle graduated from New Nation Highschool, and started to spend a lot of time at the Little Artists School whilst also doing extra schooling to improve his matric results. In 2013 he enrolled with Artist Proof Studio – a school that specialises in print-making – with the aim of learning different art techniques.
“Through my artwork I offer a glimpse into Johannesburg’s vibrant lifestyle,” he says. “My pieces capture the essence of ordinary individuals navigating the cityscape in the pursuit of a better life.” He currently works as a volunteer at the Little Artists School, helping kids achieve a better life.
