The Unseen brings to light the things that the Artist says without saying throughout their life’s journey with Art. That is who they are, where they belong, their little pleasures in life, their time, identity and self.
The Unseen brings to light the things that the Artist says without saying throughout their life’s journey with Art. That is who they are, where they belong, their little pleasures in life, their time, identity and self.
The Unseen seeks to make seen the life of the artist, behind the artist ranging from their family, faith, closet to favourite type of food and music.
In the photo story, artists speak in first person.Aloka Mark Trevor (20) a.k.a KIDO, who is venturing into the world of art as a means to self discovery. He is at the start of his journey with art and craft.Dr. Nabuliime Lillian (55), Academician and Sculptor at Makerere University. She is in the bliss of her golden years as an artist.
Dr. Nabuliime has found path in the arts industry.
I believe that I can use anything to createI am not afraid to share ideas.But I am not here to impress you. The only validation I need is from the man in the mirror.When I am working, many at times I don’t notice the world around me disappear.I take one day at time, one art piece at a time, one stride at a time until someday when the dream will be manifest.“I may not be outstanding, but I feel that in future I will be great. Even if I never become it, the assurance of greatness I carry on the inside of me is enough.” Aloka Mark Trevor.This is my tribe. I belong here.I work and create with this tribe.But when I am zonned out, I create.A world full of colours and prints and organics.I pay attention to everything I wear. Art practically runs every aspect of my life.My world is art and the reverse is true.I never leave the house without my signature hat. It has become a pasrt of my brand.I have lived at the University for as long as I have taught there. After ten years, this is now home.The best moments are the ones shared with my students.These hands are co-creators of this art.At my age, I am very particular about the things that I eat.The balcony, my favorite place to unwind every evening.“I look simple but I am tough and I do not entertain nonsense.” Dr. Nabulime LilianI love art and plants In that specific order.Music is therapeutic.If kindness is sharing, then art is what I have to give to the world.This is my world.For me, faith is everything. Faith and forgiveness.The one thing I can’t successfully do, is drive through the University without multiple stop overs to exchange greetings with either my colleagues or students.My heart lives right here; family.
