+SKUBALISTO+

Walking in the light 2023 https://www.instagram.com/p/CppEEOsKVux/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Live a life worth writing about. Scottsdene, 2022 https://www.instagram.com/p/CmoejkpKt1V/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Chapter 6: God is Watching https://www.instagram.com/p/ClgVSEfKVwj/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Chapter 5 - A House of Stone Thank you @answeredseens for helping me bring this one to life. https://www.instagram.com/p/Ck-I8duqQaO/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Chapter 4: Physician of the Soul II https://www.instagram.com/p/CkPdrzDqhuF/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I had the honour of doing a artist walk with @emmajvandermerwe. I’m getting more comfortable talking about my work. The first question she asked me was, why the title OURstory and more specifically why did I scratch out the (his) in history. This exhibition was birthed from being tired of being subjected to a western version of the African story, that does not accommodate me (us). That doesn’t tell stories of our greatness. Stories of our kingdoms & civilisations, our ingenuity, inventions, art and spiritual connection & wealth (Mansa Musa). It’s even more painful having this experience at home, on the African continent. I stopped taking history in school because it was painful, I almost failed art because it was taught from a lens that did not see me. (If it wasn’t for graffiti I would have not pursued my passion in painting.) This body of work is an attempt to remove the blinkers from the popular historical narrative and bring light to a broader more inclusive version. One that celebrates Ourstory and gives our kids a point of departure that doesn’t start from slavery or oppression. OURstory is vital to our future https://www.instagram.com/p/CkNJeqWKpG0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Family Blessed to have grown up with so many beautiful souls. I am because of you all. A lot of other cousins missing but I felt your spirits there. Big love https://www.instagram.com/p/CkFtREbKTOe/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Tomorrow is the last day to view OURstory, my first Solo Exhibition with @99loopgallery. This has been one of my@greatest journey and I’ve grown so much as a artist, human & father in this 1 month that felt like a lifetime. Thank you to everyone that has supported my throughout this “Chapter” in my life, I’m truly thankful to you. Everyone that called, came to the studio, sent me messages, commented on posts, came to the exhibitions, flew across the planet to be there. You are all vital to OURstory and it couldn’t have been written without you. Lastly thank you to @99loopgallery providing such a beautiful platform for this personal milestone. Blessed https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj-VZBoqBz5/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Chapter 3: Finding truth is sacrifice (at 99 Loop Gallery) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj4fLGeqhUC/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Chapter 2: A precious object (at 99 Loop Gallery) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj171WPKbUk/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Chapter 1: A letter from a friend. When I was 3yrs old I used drawing as a way to communicate with my late father. Now I’m using it as a way to communicate with future generations. Hopefully by then politician’s will be held accountable, people will stop looking for self worth in labels & everyone will have a fair chance in the game of life. This painting is dedicated to my late friend Phumlani Pikoli, the one who showed me that pure creativity does not seek validation or worry about judgment. Thank you to @anechiapage & @felix.aaa for your help in creating this painting. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj0SqlBK0Ao/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I will be hosting a artist walkabout this Friday @99loopgallery. This is my first time really discussing the essence of my work on a public platform, so I welcome everyone who is interested. The legendary @emmajvandermerwe will be joining me, she is one of the people who convinced me to stop being so spray paint obsessed and pick up a brush 🤣🤣🤣. This is a perfect storm and I’m grateful for the opportunity to discuss OURstory with you all. See you there. #skubalisto #ourstory #99loopgallery https://www.instagram.com/p/CjmgSwtqD9H/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I wrote a book. This book doesn’t have words or pages. It’s written in a universal language that transcends language, class & religion. It’s written in the language my ancestors talk to me in, in my dreams. Its written in line and colour It’s written to ease pain and amplify joy. It’s written to replace anger with motivation. It’s written to remind us that our future is in our hands on no one else’s. Its OURstory https://www.instagram.com/p/Cjj00hQqng8/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Last lap. Few more days until present this body of work to the world.. 📸 @jadestarflex caught me lacking https://www.instagram.com/p/Ciz0JMVKFgl/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Last lap. Few more days until present this body of work to the world.. 📸 @jadestarflex caught me lacking https://www.instagram.com/p/Ciz0JMVKFgl/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I give thanks to those that came before me, cleared the path, kicked down doors and left them open. It’s an interesting time to be alive, it’s an interesting time to be an artist. I pray my work speaks the truth of our generation, I pray my work does not just become part of history but tells (Our)story. Details on flyer, DM @99loopgallery if you cannot attend and are interested in a catalogue. (at 99 Loop Gallery) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cirp-JkK2UP/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Archives. It’s a strange thing living in the middle of making personal history. Can’t wait for my kids & grandkids to see this. Bless to follow this path I’m working tirelessly to make sure the paintings look like they do in my dreams. This is not History is Ourstory 📸 @jadestarflex https://www.instagram.com/p/CijwDUgKN-q/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=