Murmurs in impasto and ink


Selekane’s Murmurs of Migration may refer to migration by its title but to a large extent, what the work is about, is a celebration of women and their role in our multifaceted society. Some of the works featured in this exhibition betray this observation, however, these works, whether paintings or prints carry other concerns that preoccupy the artist such as youth and unity in the community whether social or religious. In its collective communication, Murmurs of Migration seems to implore us to consider another form of migration. Another form of journeying. That is the journey of self-discovery through our interaction with others. This is quite befitting in a world caught up in a whirlpool of abandonment and alienation despite our shared space and time.  … Read More Murmurs in impasto and ink

Intraparadox, Interview with Admire Mathebula. Dawn. PAM. 27 July 2024.


Art practitioners such as Admire Mathebula are part of a cohort of Fine Arts graduates who have went on to play a role in contributing to the artworld through supportive practices that enhances the work of major figures in our industry today. Through her work at the Artists’ Press she has worked on editions alongside prominent artists such as Sam Nhlengethwa and, quite recently, with also Banele Khoza who at one point was her lecturer for painting. … Read More Intraparadox, Interview with Admire Mathebula. Dawn. PAM. 27 July 2024.

Within the Class Coach, interview with Michael Selekane


‘Most of my work address personal narratives, including my mom, most of my pieces, have female figures. I talk about the importance of women and their contributions to our lives. You know no matter how bad it can become our mothers are always there for us. In some of my work I deal with my experiences. Also with the children, child abuse, it is always happening and we ignore it. I also deal with social exclusion, like what Africans are doing now to Africans – Afrophobia. You see an African calling another African a foreigner despite the fact that they are both black, however if it was a different colour they seldom are this critical. I also deal with political issues.’ Michael Selekane, 2011.… Read More Within the Class Coach, interview with Michael Selekane