Vendor Artists – their Art Theme for The Big Issue #332, in this time of cold and floods, was to find what brings inner warmth, explains Art facilitator, Elaine Millin. . Quote “If the world seems cold to you kindle fires to warm it” Lucy Larcom
The artists and title of their work in the #332 edition:
1. Batsi Jorofani -“Peaceful Flower”
2. Cynthia Gogotya – “Happy to see the Sun”
3. Elliot Blom – “Dreaming of summer”
4. Solomon Masoso – “Bright times”
5. Xoliswa Ntunta – “Warming Light”
6. Michael van der Walt – “Warm sun after the rain”
Batsi Jorofani
The work featured above is by Batsi Jorofani
Batsi joined The Big Issue in 2009 after moving to South Africa in 2006.He was born in Mozambique, where he spent most of my childhood, and later moved to Zimbabwe. Unlike many foreign brothers and sisters, he didn’t settle in Johannesburg, but came straight to Cape Town as he felt it was a safer option and this is most important for him as he is the breadwinner for his family back home.
“I would love to pursue art as a career. I love it with all my heart; it defines me. Art makes me feel like I’m free and I’m able to express my thoughts and feelings through it. I’d like to get into the industry and exhibit my paintings. On the other hand, I’d also love to get into social development programmes for kids. I can help out with art or sport. I believe that with a little guidance, children – and the entire African continent – can have a bright future. In my spare time, I enjoy relaxing at home or meeting up with friends.
My journey at The Big Issue has been a wonderful experience; I’m truly grateful. Being a Big Issue entrepreneur shaped my life, as I was heading nowhere.”
His painting is titled: “Peaceful Flower”
The works of all the Vendor Artists above can be seen in The Big Issue #332.
PLEASE buy a copy of THE BIG ISSUE #332. And why not buy a work of Vendor Art.Â
WHAT: Vendor Artist Batsi Jorofani in The Big Issue #331
WHEN & WHERE:Â August – September 2024
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