acrylic on package paper, 30x30cm
“A persistence and ingenuity of turning ordinary hustle into a living art – a reminder of the struggle and repetition… more so a need to continue each day.”
ARTIST BIO: Dennis Ndegwa (Bull) is a visual artist based in Nairobi, Kenya. His practice is rooted in capturing the rhythms, resilience and resourcefulness of everyday Kenyan life. His art echoes both the vibrancy and grit of his surroundings. For instance he draws inspiration from bodabodas, using them as symbolic vessels for Kenya’s economic shifts, urban motion and the relentless grit of its people as they hustle for their daily bread or ‘kutafuta unga’ as it is called in the streets. He explores themes of survival, innovation and the hustle that defines Kenya’s social and cultural fabric. Bull’s work not only celebrates the hardworking spirit of those around him but also highlights sustainability through use of repurposed materials.