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Dominic Benhura Quotes

b. 1968 Zimbabwe

Dominic Benhura (born 1968) is a Zimbabwean sculptor.

Zimbabwe
Sculptors

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I hope local artists will learn from the visiting museum directors and curators that authentic work is what truly commands value.

My colleagues and I continue to export our art overseas thus bringing in foreign currency as well as visitors from around the world who come to buy our art.

There may be challenges such as piracy in stone sculpture, but the industry will never die.

Authentic artists will always stand-out, while those who copy others will not go far.

It has always been my wish to see artists thrive through original work.

As one of the advocates of authenticity, I will continue pushing for genuine artistic expression.

This is the best opportunity for serious artists in Zimbabwe to showcase their talent and learn from the best.

For us, interacting with global art collectors, museum directors, and curators is a major achievement in itself.

We want this issue to be addressed for the growth and sustainability of the sector.

This has become a major challenge, and we have taken several cases to court.

At the moment, we are working hard to address the issue of piracy, where some individuals are producing imitations instead of authentic artwork.

We are committed to nurturing a new generation of sculptors who are passionate about the profession and preserving Zimbabwe’s rich sculptural heritage.

As artistes you should look presentable, make sure you brush teeth and dress well because there will come a time when you will meet the who’s who in the world from business people to politicians.

I have also travelled around the world meeting friends and buyers. If art is well managed, it can contribute to the economy.

I conduct classes at my studios in Greendale and currently work with 10 resident artists.

Art is like any other profession which can transform lives. However, there are things one needs to consider if they want to be successful artistes.

Firstly, you should stay in school. This is because as an artiste you need to communicate and travel far and wide. You also need education so that you are not duped when signing contracts.

We are grateful that the National Gallery of Zimbabwe has managed to bring such a significant event to Zimbabwe, where leading minds will deliberate on key issues affecting the visual arts sector.

You work and earn a living from it while having fun. So for me sculpture is also a hobby. I never kicked a ball when I was young because I enjoyed moulding clay toys.

Having an opportunity again to showcase in China, especially at this level, where about 100 countries will be exhibiting there gives me a much wide audience to see my work, and the work from Zimbabwe, so I am really excited about it.

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Quotes and notes from Wikiquote: Dominic Benhura (page history), available under CC BY-SA 4.0.