Langa's Eye - Langa is I

Inherent | Entrenched A Group Exhibition (at Thomarts Gallery) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9nwR_0DVaJ/?igshid=ovfjirfusko9

Inherent | Entrenched A Group Exhibition Curated by @sonoflanga and hosted by @thomartsg @ngreatjoy1 | @janjanmaanda | @nenemahlangu | @thembakhumalo The exhibition aims to awaken the knowledge that we are a culture rich people and to bring to light the stories birthed from life experiences. Such experiences need not be legitimized by any external force for they are entrenched truths of our journeys. The exhibition arose from a boldness of the legitimacy of our stories. Join us at Thomarts Gallery on 2 April 2020 for a night of appreciating the great minds that will take us through their artistic journeys. Address: The Marc, Unit 13LR, Maude Street and Rivonia Road, Sandton Time: 18h00 Poster Artwork by @nenemahlangu https://www.instagram.com/p/B9nwEsujq-c/?igshid=pegc81xqiyhr

Here is a man who ever guides us to to respect the earth and the way of life it needs us to live in order to have life that remains fruitful for all. He reminds us that the hands of the natives are empty in their own land. . . Land, so closely linked to nutrition and the quality of life that we can live. Who are we really without land? . . @setlamorago_mashilo, khosi! Ke leboga mpho ya gago. Ke leboga gore ga o ipone o le botoka ka ntlha ya mpho le bokgoni ba gago. #Land #southafricanart #thinker #afrika #life #contemporaryart #art (at Constitution Hill (South Africa)) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0VTqDsjCkn/?igshid=1l1nilqr7lg3c

Conversations of a Man - A Solo Exhibition by @ngreatjoy1 at @mmarthouse 27 April 2019 - 1 Hillcrest Avenue, Craighall Park Identity is a core factor to the man, it is the essence of inner balance which gives him more of a reason for living and a command to his life, helping one to manage their self conception and their impressions on others much healthfully. Thus, for a generation caught up between the the cultures of traditionalism and modernism, it is therefore essential that the attributes accounted to as part of our identity are selectively preferred from amongst the prevailing cultures. In this dimension the portrait is perceived in an entirely new light, the rising figure represents mental growth in the field of understanding self, the environment that surrounds us as well as the other fundamentals of life. The figure is seen to be taking off as from the stern cultural adherences in which the masses below abide, through selective preference of one ideology over another he develops psychological independence on this upward journey. He reaches a higher state of mind in which he identifies himself to a customized outlook on life rather than wholly subscribe to generic popular beliefs that maybe held unquestioned, along the way having to ground the power of sound reason.l at some moment in time. These two dimensions project the mindset behind how the redefined Black Youthfulness motion contains and regulates that which life throws out at us. It celebrates the spoils of sheer resilience, power of good decision and the glories of a grand identity. https://www.instagram.com/p/BwluV2hBgJI/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1565m25olv01y

Inspiration found in the form of @ngreatjoy1’s art! This makes me feel like I am not alone, like I am seen. Cannot refuse the power of this piece! I love how we managed to capture the intimacy between him and the first figure. @hanszimmer’s Tennessee really adds emotion!! #GreatjoyArt #artistoninstagram #contemporarypainting #Art #southafricanart (at August House) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bsisk7Mhz1P/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=eq3pqur31iru

Water | Land | Wind The breaking away/apart of what is most essential to us. The views so normal but seldom cherished. That is my view. @janjanmaanda, believe me when I say that in your art I have faith. ✊🏿🙏🏿 #Landscape #contemporaryart #artoninstagram #livingartist #southafricancontemporart #art (at August House) https://www.instagram.com/p/BrNPSmdh2-P/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=fzpp3po68as

With depth and easy he unveils his mind to us through his mastery of his trade, art. There is no denying his place in this world, among the greats. If you do not know his work, kindly add to your life by checking his work out. If you are in #London check his currents exhibitions at @everard_read_london. Show is titled “A Note From Error” @ngobeniblessing my brother, I am in awe of what you achieve everyday; of who you are. #BlessingNgobeni #AGiver #SouthAfricanGreatArtist #artoninstagram #PioneerOfArt #southafricancontemporaryart #visualart (at Victoria Yards) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpWQFELhMSE/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ecq1uxqo6cn3

Somewhere in South Africa - This exhibition still breathes life, it ends on November 10 | You want to see the great collaboration between @headinteriors and @ngreatjoy1 | Nothing like this will be seen soon. Be kind to self and go see! The Bar Has Been Set!! #interiorarchitecture #contemporaryart #collaborationovercompetition #bespokefurniture #headinteriors #greatjoyart (at Head Interiors) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpOxbwdB2Np/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=xht30paq8ltv

The blessing is in the relationships. It’s amazing to see what you have contributed to. Utterly humbled and joy-filled by change giving hearts can bring!! Thank you to everyone, thank you to @opsmilesa for allowing us to help!! #ArtBroughtChange #CharityArtAuction #OperationSmile #SmileAndJoy #AfricanArt (at Quelimane, Nampula, Mozambique)

The dream was beyond us, you are breathed life in lot it and I saw it rise. This is a project of dignity. Every child deserves a smile. We simply aim to achieve what should be a given. This is the Art of Giving. Like I said yesterday, we really did nothing amazing, we gave something so basic, we just gave smiles. The difference though, that is where the treasure is!! Thank all for showing me flames!! #CleftLip #100Surgeries #OperationSmile @opsmilesa, it was great!! That piece is a @thembakhumalo - the man in the green jacket is @thembakhumalo

This man!! @therealbermano, yet to physically meet him but his energy and kindness is felt across the continent!! We thank you!! @opsmilesa Art Auction, 9th June at @mmarthouse #OperationSmile #CleftLip #100Surgeries #RealSmile #FineArt #AbstractArt #ArtAuction #ArtWithColout #NewYorkArtist (at Operation Smile South Africa)

One of the donating artists, @ericsherart. The giving begun with the artists. @opsmilesa Art Auction - 9th June at @mmarthouse. #OperationSmile #CleftLip #100Surgeries #RealSmile #FineArt #AbstractArt #ArtAuction (at Kempton Park, Gauteng)

When a brother - @ngreatjoy1 - takes time to create an art piece for @opsmilesa Art Auction. I am humbled! The kindness I am being shown is beyond me, it’s right that way for this dream is beyond me. More works to follow - 9th June at @mmarthouse #WorkInProgress #OperationSmile #CleftLip #100Surgeries #RealSmile (at August House)

At the very core of who I am is the desire and passion to have children find smiles in every day of life. To have them realize life free of drawbacks and prejudices. I am drawn to the work that @opsmilesa is doing and I proud to announce that we are working together to host an Art Auction that will have the best that SA has to offer. All proceeds will go to @opsmilesa. The dream is to find 100 surgeries for kids with clefts — @mmarthouse has seen it fit to have us use their beautiful space for the auction, this is humbling. This dream is beyond me, the dream is a gift. @ngreatjoy1 is the art consultant on the project and one of the artists who have donate artworks for the project. #OperationSmile #BeyondSmiles #ItsQualityOfLife #ArtAids #OperationSmileArtAuction (at August House)

Great meeting the @eclecticacontemporary team with @ngreatjoy1, I really believe that meeting people in person is the best way to start a journey. Warm welcome is what we received and the minds met. #ThePathToGreatJoy #Art #NewMinds #Relationship