ARTISTS

Mwamba Chikwemba, Zambia

Mwamba Chikwemba is a self-taught Zambian visual artist. Her creative process focuses on women’s identity in a place where social norms prevail and female roles are strictly defined. Mwamba wants her portrait paintings to be seen as a collective image of African women who have power, courage and wisdom to follow their own goals.

Mwamba Chikwemba Website
Instagram: @mwamba_chikwemba

bronik, peru & australia

Feminine delicacy, nature, and everyday moments are central to the work of BRONIK. Born in Lima, Peru, she developed an early interest in art, but it was not until 2009 that she began exploring urban art.

Creating distinctive characters, BRONIK draws deeply on her cultural roots through her choice of colours. Using acrylics and aerosols, she paints poetic works on both canvas and large-scale murals. Her art captures personal memories and emotions, enriched with small details that symbolise feelings and add layers of meaning.

A passionate traveller and explorer, BRONIK has participated in festivals across many cities worldwide. Her work can be found in Milan, Lima, and Barcelona. Now based in Melbourne, Australia, she recently presented her third solo exhibition, Muses: 15 Years of Painting.

BRONIK Website
Instagram: @bronikart

Bhupendra ‘WiseTwo’ Jethwa: Kenya, Nairobi

Internationally known as WiseTwo; Bhupendra is a Kenyan multi-disciplinary artist whose foray into street art and graffiti began in the vibrant streets of Nairobi, particularly in the densely populated areas of Kibera and Jericho. The name WiseTwo, a self-chosen title, stems Approved Artist from the word “wisdom” while embodying humility; the addition of “two” acknowledges that “not everyone can be the Wise One.” With a background in international studies and over 13 years of rich experience gained through active participation and keen observation, WiseTwo embarked on a nomadic artistic journey in 2012, leaving his creative mark in more than 18 countries. Currently based in Nairobi, Kenya, WiseTwo's insatiable curiosity and desire for exploration have created a seamless connection between various art worlds, blending traditional and contemporary influences. His extensive portfolio includes watercolors, paintings, and large-scale murals, all interconnected by a universal theme that transcends the myriad masks he paints, fostering a bond that unites humanity.

Wise Two Website
Instagram: @wisetwo

Emmanuel Asante, ghana & Australia

Emmanuel Asante is a visual artist based in western Sydney who uses everyday materials such as coffee and paint to tell his story and share his joy for artmaking with communities.

Originating from Ghana, Emmanuel commenced painting and drawing to deal with depression and experiences on settling in Australia as a teenager. His talent was recognised and encouraged by his high school art teacher. It was at a school career expo that Emmanuel was introduced to artist Abdul Abdullah, who later become one of his mentors. This support gave Emmanuel the courage to pursue a career as an artist.

Instagram: @emmanuel.assante.art

Dave Court, Australia

Dave Court is an award-winning multidisciplinary visual artist based on Kaurna Country in Adelaide, Australia. Working across painting, sculpture, installation, and digital media, Dave’s practice spans large-scale public art, immersive environments, and experimental cross-media projects. His work is characterised by bold abstraction, vivid colour, and painterly gestures that blur the boundaries between physical and virtual experience.

Dave Court Website
Instagram: @dave.court

Steph Martei, Australia

Steph Martei is a prolific drawer and multidisciplinary artist based in Sydney, Australia, whose vibrant and distinctive style fuses illustration, graphic design, and visual art. What began as a personal passion has evolved into a dynamic creative career rooted in storytelling, social awareness, and representation. Steph’s work celebrates individuality and human connection, reflecting her deep commitment to equality, freedom, and the shared experience of being seen and heard through art.

Steph Martei Website
Instagram: @StephMartei

Jefferson Ofesi, Australia

Jefferson Ofesi is a creative whose journey into the arts began at a tender age, driven by an innate curiosity and love for visual expression. Born with a natural eye for detail, Jefferson’s early exploration into the world of art was further shaped through experimentation with photography, where he began to refine his perspective and visual storytelling.

Instagram: @jefferson.ofesi