Vendor Artist Batsi Jorofani features in The Big Issue #334, which is on sale right now from your favourite local vendor or buy the magazine here.
This art theme for this month was inspired by our connection to nature, qualities of animals that can inspire and Spring. And some vendors are rugby fans and celebrated the Bokke winning.
“Every artist dips his brush in his own soul and paints his own nature into his pictures.” Henry Ward Beecher
Batsi Jorofani
Featured Artist: 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 above is titled: “Lone Elephant”
Other Vendor Artists in The Big Issue #334
- Thabisa Xwethu -Springbok
- Zukiswa Piti – Spring
- Solomon Masoso – King of the Jungle
- Cynthia Gogotya – Hier com die Bokke
- Zoliwe Makafane – Orange Trees
WHAT: Vendor Artist Batsi Jorofani in The Big Issue #334
WHEN & WHERE: Nov – Dec 2024
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