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“Untitled” (2022), charcoal, acrylic and pastel on paper, 116.3 x 87.2 x 3.5 centimeters framed. All photos courtesy of Rise Artwork, shared with permission

On view at Rise Artwork is a brand new physique of labor from South African artist Nelson Makamo, who continues his charismatic portraits rendered in full of life, gestural strains of charcoal. Whether or not on paper or canvas, the mixed-media items depict kids and teenagers, and the artist’s fast, generally chaotic markings echo the unfiltered immediacy of the sitters’ cheerful and contemplative feelings—prior to every portrait, he spends time studying about his topics’ lives, their joys, and worries, a observe he finds important for capturing such candid, trustworthy expressions.

Makamo’s newest items diverge barely from his earlier works by exploring themes of togetherness. Whereas he typically focuses on fragmented portrayals of solitary figures, the artist hones in on group on this new physique of labor, portray two kids greedy arms or within the case of “Mission Doable,” a bunch of mates huddled in a good cluster.

In case you’re in London, head to Rise Artwork to see Makamo’s solo present earlier than August 25. In any other case, discover extra of his works and information about upcoming exhibitions on Instagram.

“Untitled” (2022), charcoal and pastel on paper, 116.3 x 87.2 x 3.5 centimeters framed

“Face Off II” (2022), oil, acrylic and pastel on paper, 89.7 x 71.2 x 3.5 centimeters framed

“Untitled” (2022), charcoal and pastel on paper, 89.7 x 71.2 x 3.5 centimeters framed

“Untitled” (2022), charcoal and pastel on paper, 116.3 x 87.2 x 3.5 centimeters framed

“Untitled” (2022), charcoal and acrylic on canvas, 102.9 x 102.9 x 8.8 centimeters framed

“Untitled” (2022), charcoal and acrylic on paper, 78.2 x 63.2 x 3.5 centimeters framed

“Mission Doable” (2022), charcoal and acrylic on paper, 116.3 x 87.2 x 3.5 centimeters framed

#acrylic
#charcoal
#Nelson Makamo
#portray
#pastel
#portraits

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