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NAME: Finnie Wanjala

TITLE: Masanse on the Rise

MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 52 x 41 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A reflection on how the police patrol the city of Nairobi.
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NAME: Finnie Wanjala TITLE: Masanse on the Rise MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas DIMENSIONS: 52 x 41 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A reflection on how the police patrol the city of Nairobi. ARTIST PROFILE: A self-taught artist, Finnie finds inspiration in his daily activities, his life and environment, and the beauty therein.
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NAME: Jimmy Kitili

TITLE: PP1/2 Nairobi Art Class (Street Class)

MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 80 x 90 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: Kivuli (shadows) of the people of Nairobi, this piece is part of a series the artist is currently working on.
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NAME: Jimmy Kitili TITLE: PP1/2 Nairobi Art Class (Street Class) MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas DIMENSIONS: 80 x 90 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: Kivuli (shadows) of the people of Nairobi, this piece is part of a series the artist is currently working on. ARTIST PROFILE: Based at Karen Village, Jimmy cites old Nairobi (‘70’s – ‘90’s) as his greatest inspiration.
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NAME: Jimmy Kitili

TITLE: Kivuli Nairobi

MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 150 x 120 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: Kivuli (shadows) of the people of Nairobi, this piece is part of a series the artist is currently working on.
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NAME: Jimmy Kitili TITLE: Kivuli Nairobi MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas DIMENSIONS: 150 x 120 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: Kivuli (shadows) of the people of Nairobi, this piece is part of a series the artist is currently working on. ARTIST PROFILE: Based at Karen Village, Jimmy cites old Nairobi (‘70’s – ‘90’s) as his greatest inspiration.
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NAME: Jonathan K. Muchekehu

TITLE: Vitunguu (Onions)

MEDIUM: Watercolour Print on Paper

DIMENSIONS: 65 x 55 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A study of an onion salesman. The work explores the humble red onion and its wondrous colors.
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NAME: Jonathan K. Muchekehu TITLE: Vitunguu (Onions) MEDIUM: Watercolour Print on Paper DIMENSIONS: 65 x 55 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A study of an onion salesman. The work explores the humble red onion and its wondrous colors. ARTIST PROFILE: A graduate of a liberal arts degree program with a specialization in Studio Art, Jonathan’s work is inspired by the beauty of physical and metaphysical spaces and their inhabitants. He utilizes compositional arrangements of color and the figure to try and capture the intersection of these spaces.
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NAME: Japhet Nyamosi

TITLE: Sonnie

MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 65 x 55 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: Sonnie is a woman who can afford a smile amid her daily life struggles in a tough Nairobi neighborhood.
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NAME: Japhet Nyamosi TITLE: Sonnie MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas DIMENSIONS: 65 x 55 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: Sonnie is a woman who can afford a smile amid her daily life struggles in a tough Nairobi neighborhood. ARTIST PROFILE: A self-taught artist, Chesta is based in Nairobi’s Kibera neighborhood. He says his artwork is inspired by African culture and the daily goings-on in the lives of ordinary folk.
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NAME: Julius Kiambuthi

TITLE: The Builder 2

MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 120 x 85 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: This piece is the artist’s portrayal of working hands – necessary, struggling, busy, purposeful.
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NAME: Julius Kiambuthi TITLE: The Builder 2 MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas DIMENSIONS: 120 x 85 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: This piece is the artist’s portrayal of working hands – necessary, struggling, busy, purposeful. ARTIST PROFILE: This Kinoo-based, self-taught artist uses his work to depict the plight of the working Nairobi resident.
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NAME: Victor Chege

TITLE: Mapambano II

MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 122 x 75 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A continuation for Mapambano I, this piece reflects the efforts made by Nairobians in educating others about the dangers of the Corona virus using different channels such as graffiti art.
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NAME: Victor Chege TITLE: Mapambano II MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas DIMENSIONS: 122 x 75 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A continuation for Mapambano I, this piece reflects the efforts made by Nairobians in educating others about the dangers of the Corona virus using different channels such as graffiti art. ARTIST PROFILE: As an artist, Victor observes society and channels his understanding into his artwork, never shying away from the good, bad, and ugly, exploring spaces between the known and the unknown.
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NAME: Nicole Akumu

TITLE: Nairobi at a Glance

MEDIUM: Mixed Media

DIMENSIONS: 29.7 x 42 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A curious child’s view of Nairobi’s streets through a window.
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NAME: Nicole Akumu TITLE: Nairobi at a Glance MEDIUM: Mixed Media DIMENSIONS: 29.7 x 42 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A curious child’s view of Nairobi’s streets through a window. ARTIST PROFILE: The self-trained artist creating work under the name ‘Nicolah’s Art’ seeks to inspire anyone who sees her work. 
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NAME: Agnes Murugi

TITLE: Morning Birds

MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 60 x 60 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A playful boy taking aim at birds on the ground, which suddenly fly away a typical early morning in a Nairobi suburb.
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NAME: Agnes Murugi TITLE: Morning Birds MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas DIMENSIONS: 60 x 60 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A playful boy taking aim at birds on the ground, which suddenly fly away a typical early morning in a Nairobi suburb. ARTIST PROFILE: Having honed her craft at the Dust Depot Artist Studio, Agnes Murugi creates work which is inspired by the people she meets and by nature.
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NAME: Isaac Karuga

TITLE: Ghetto Life

MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 92 x 70 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A reflection on the state of the ghetto and the effects of poverty.
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NAME: Isaac Karuga TITLE: Ghetto Life MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas DIMENSIONS: 92 x 70 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A reflection on the state of the ghetto and the effects of poverty. ARTIST PROFILE: Self-taught artist based in the Mowlem area, Isaac uses his creativity in his exploration of how communities are shaped and affected by slums and markets.
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NAME: Simon Kalweo

TITLE: At Java

MEDIUM: Woodcut Print

DIMENSIONS: 50 x 74 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION:A depiction, in a way, of vibrant city life with attractive, sleek fashionistas living ambient lives.
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NAME: Simon Kalweo TITLE: At Java MEDIUM: Woodcut Print DIMENSIONS: 50 x 74 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION:A depiction, in a way, of vibrant city life with attractive, sleek fashionistas living ambient lives. ARTIST PROFILE: Simon is a self-taught artist based in Lavington. He draws his inspiration from the universe, the visible and invisible.
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NAME: Vincent Masinde

TITLE: Disko Matanga

MEDIUM: Mixed Media

DIMENSIONS: 48.5 x 56 cmARTWORK DESCRIPTION: An exploration of the exploitation of grief for financial gain. The artist offers us a glimpse into the gatherings held before burial that turn into fundraising events, what he is calling Disko Matanga.
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NAME: Vincent Masinde TITLE: Disko Matanga MEDIUM: Mixed Media DIMENSIONS: 48.5 x 56 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: An exploration of the exploitation of grief for financial gain. The artist offers us a glimpse into the gatherings held before burial that turn into fundraising events, what he is calling Disko Matanga. ARTIST PROFILE: Based at the Maasai Mbili Collective in Kibera, Vincent uses his work to explore time, space, and lifestyle. He studies his environment and the people in it.
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Judges’ Special Mention

NAME: April Kamunde

TITLE: Kemboi

MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 43.5 x 27 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: Kemboi is an upcoming musician whose raw talent, tenacity, discipline, and determination are the embodiment of Nairobi energy, optimism, and sheer grit. “Cheza kama wewe bro, kuomoka tutaomoka!” (“You do you Bro, we will get rich”)
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Judges' Special Mention NAME: April Kamunde TITLE: Kemboi MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas DIMENSIONS: 43.5 x 27 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: Kemboi is an upcoming musician whose raw talent, tenacity, discipline, and determination are the embodiment of Nairobi energy, optimism, and sheer grit. "Cheza kama wewe bro, kuomoka tutaomoka!” (“You do you Bro, we will get rich”) ARTIST PROFILE: April is based in Nairobi’s Industrial Area and is interested in issues affecting people of color, and their stories and experiences.Judges' Comment Click here to readThis is a competition and not everyone can be a winner. We looked at a large body of work. In the established artist category alone, we saw about 140 pieces of work by various artists in different media addressing various subjects. The works we include in the Judges’ Mention are works which, though not necessarily winners, set themselves apart. They stand out in their creator’s execution of the theme and approach to the subject matter. These pieces demonstrate that the artists have thought clearly about their subject, and reflect a considered approach to medium, idea and presentation. These artists have worked hard to respond to the theme, and to have the theme meet their own practice and interests […]
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NAME: Antony Wanjohi

TITLE: Banana Guy III (Silhouette)

MEDIUM: Mixed Media

DIMENSIONS: 46.7 x 102 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: The experience of hawkers darting between cars at a city traffic light as they sell their wares. Jostling for space between the cars and cyclists making their way to wherever, they try to earn their living.
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NAME: Antony Wanjohi TITLE: Banana Guy III (Silhouette) MEDIUM: Mixed Media DIMENSIONS: 46.7 x 102 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: The experience of hawkers darting between cars at a city traffic light as they sell their wares. Jostling for space between the cars and cyclists making their way to wherever, they try to earn their living. ARTIST PROFILE: Anthony is using his craft to articulate the issues facing street vendors and hawkers, and their contribution to the informal economy in urban centres like Nairobi. The artist is based at Kuona Trust.
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Judges’ Special Mention

NAME: Derrick Munene

TITLE: Frontline

MEDIUM: Mixed Media

DIMENSIONS: 100 x 70 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: Recognition of the brave spirit of the medical workers in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic and its complexities.
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Judges' Special Mention NAME: Derrick Munene TITLE: Frontline MEDIUM: Mixed Media DIMENSIONS: 100 x 70 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: Recognition of the brave spirit of the medical workers in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic and its complexities. ARTIST PROFILE: Derrick is a Nairobi artist drawing inspiration from the everyday things around him.Judges' Comment Click here to readThis is a competition and not everyone can be a winner. We looked at a large body of work. In the established artist category alone, we saw about 140 pieces of work by various artists in different media addressing various subjects. The works we include in the Judges’ Mention are works which, though not necessarily winners, set themselves apart. They stand out in their creator’s execution of the theme and approach to the subject matter. These pieces demonstrate that the artists have thought clearly about their subject, and reflect a considered approach to medium, idea and presentation. These artists have worked hard to respond to the theme, and to have the theme meet their own practice and interests in a way that does more than recount a certain idea or just narrate a basic notion of what Nairobi is. This work does more than […]
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Judges’ Special Mention

NAME: Allan Kioko

TITLE: Do as I say, not as I do’

MEDIUM: Mixed Media

DIMENSIONS: 123 x 123 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: Young people watch and emulate their elders, for better or worse. Nairobi youth are no exception to the rule.
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Judges' Special Mention NAME: Allan Kioko TITLE: Do as I say, not as I do' MEDIUM: Mixed Media DIMENSIONS: 123 x 123 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: Young people watch and emulate their elders, for better or worse. Nairobi youth are no exception to the rule. ARTIST PROFILE: Operating out of Karen Village, Allan creates work that speaks to, and of Africans and their daily activities, drawing inspiration from other artists he admires…and good brushes!Judges' Comment Click here to readThis is a competition and not everyone can be a winner. We looked at a large body of work. In the established artist category alone, we saw about 140 pieces of work by various artists in different media addressing various subjects. The works we include in the Judges’ Mention are works which, though not necessarily winners, set themselves apart. They stand out in their creator’s execution of the theme and approach to the subject matter. These pieces demonstrate that the artists have thought clearly about their subject, and reflect a considered approach to medium, idea and presentation. These artists have worked hard to respond to the theme, and to have the theme meet their own practice and interests in a way that does […]
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NAME: Solomon Luvai

TITLE: Tujiangalie

MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 230 x 115 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: The contradictions in Nairobi beauty, corruption and more – all at once!
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NAME: Solomon Luvai TITLE: Tujiangalie MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas DIMENSIONS: 230 x 115 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: The contradictions in Nairobi beauty, corruption and more – all at once! ARTIST PROFILE: Solo received his training at the Buru Buru Institute of Fine Arts and Dust Depo. The Kisumu-born artist is based at Karen Village.
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NAME: Leevans Linyerera

TITLE: Democrating

MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 180 x 190 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A description of the current state of democracy.
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NAME: Leevans Linyerera TITLE: Democrating MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas DIMENSIONS: 180 x 190 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A description of the current state of democracy. ARTIST PROFILE: Mombasa-born Leevans Linyerera enjoys using his art to discuss social issues, and how they affect individuals.
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NAME: Andrew Chege Irungu

TITLE: Out of Control

MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 103 x 103 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is felt across the globe. Nairobi residents have been forced to endure months of lock down. This work is an “atmospheric expression of the general mood.”
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NAME: Andrew Chege Irungu TITLE: Out of Control MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas DIMENSIONS: 103 x 103 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is felt across the globe. Nairobi residents have been forced to endure months of lock down. This work is an “atmospheric expression of the general mood.” ARTIST PROFILE: Ruiru-based, Kenyatta University-trained Andrew Chege explores the origin of humanity, purpose, identity, and eternal fate. He takes us on a ride experiencing the thrill of pushing color combinations to the limit, glorifying the heavens and the earth.
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Judges’ Special Mention

NAME: Ngugi Wanjiku

TITLE: Lock Down

MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 142 x 136 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: The loneliness and sadness permeating the community streets, as they echo with the varying effects of lockdown.
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Judges' Special Mention NAME: Ngugi Wanjiku TITLE: Lock Down MEDIUM: Acrylic on Canvas DIMENSIONS: 142 x 136 cm ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: The loneliness and sadness permeating the community streets, as they echo with the varying effects of lockdown. ARTIST PROFILE: A product of the Wajukuu Art Project in Nairobi’s Mukuru area. Born in Nakuru in Kenya’s Rift Valley, Ngugi is a self-taught artist who grounds most of his work on daily activities occurring in his community, and most recently in this COVID moment.Judges' Comment Click here to readThis is a competition and not everyone can be a winner. We looked at a large body of work. In the established artist category alone, we saw about 140 pieces of work by various artists in different media addressing various subjects. The works we include in the Judges’ Mention are works which, though not necessarily winners, set themselves apart. They stand out in their creator’s execution of the theme and approach to the subject matter. These pieces demonstrate that the artists have thought clearly about their subject, and reflect a considered approach to medium, idea and presentation. These artists have worked hard to respond to the theme, and to have the theme meet their […]
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NAME: Austine Omondi

TITLE: Naibot

MEDIUM: Mixed Media

DIMENSIONS: 152.4 x 60.96 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: A representation of hope despite death and destruction.

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NAME: Jimmy Kitili

TITLE: PP1/2 Nairobi Art Class (Street Class)

MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 80 x 90 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: Kivuli (shadows) of the people of Nairobi, this piece is part of a series the artist is currently working on.

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NAME: Jimmy Kitili

TITLE: PP1/2 Nairobi Art Class (Street Class)

MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas

DIMENSIONS: 80 x 90 cm

ARTWORK DESCRIPTION: Kivuli (shadows) of the people of Nairobi, this piece is part of a series the artist is currently working on.

NAME: Jimmy Kitili TITLE: PP1/2 Nairobi Art Class (Street Class) MEDIUM: Oil on Canvas DIMENSIONS: 80 x 90 cm ARTWORK…