Collin Sekajugo is a very exciting artist in Kigali, and he believes passionately about the role of creativity in building a nation. His workshop and gallery where he and a small cohort of artists work and display their art is on the side of one of Kigali's hills. He named it Ivuka Arts Studio, meaning "rebirth."
The artists paint on the back porch in a cool breeze overlooking the city, and display their art in the gallery.
These young people come to Ivuka with raw talent, and Collin works with them to improve their technique and help them find their visual voice.
They work in all mediums, including oil, acrylics, water color, sculpture, and jewelry.The jewelry is actually made up of very fine strips of magazines rolled tightly and them dipped in clear glue. The colors are bright, making the necklaces eye-catching.
Collin recently had a show at a local club. This large piece, entitled Legends of Legends, is about music and musicians and captures the struggle and hope of music to understand pain and rebirth.
It's about Ivuka. It's an unusual piece. I'm afraid I couldn't leave it in Rwanda.
It's a beautiful piece David, and clearly innovative. Collin Sekajugo is a clear and shining example of the positive impact that emerges from efforts like GRDP. Continued success with this effort, wishing I was able to be there for the reception.
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