Sethembile Msezane

This work has been kindly donated by the artist

Sethembile Msezane is an interdisciplinary artist who weaves together photography, painting, live works, film, sculpture, and installation to engage a profound interplay of spiritual and political symbolism. Her practice has evolved towards a deep exploration of spirituality, intuition, and the hidden dimensions of human collective existence. By concerning herself with unseen realms, the natural world, and the cosmic, Msezane seeks to understand and find resolution in profound human experiences. Through her artwork, she recognizes the global loss of indigenous knowledge due to colonialism, and aspires to nurture and celebrate its resurgence in a contemporary context. The contemplation of human existence has led her to a realization of “pluri-versality” which transcends the familiar frequencies of humans, enabling the viewer of her work to resonate with Spirit. Her work also suggests that the living body can serve as a receptive vehicle for the spirit's expression in daily life, rather than only in the face of death. The repetitive weaving and pattern-making of her works allude to sonorous cosmic frequencies, giving viewers a glimpse of the underlying depths to our existence.