Self taught visual artist from the settlement Nyanga
His art is based on the images he receive from his clients. Olwethu sometimes draw pictures that he sees when he browse through the internet or social media, when a certain picture provokes inspiration within him. He draws it and use social media as a platform to display his work. When he was younger his teacher used to comment on his art and that basically inspired him.
Olwethu Patuleni comes from a unprivileged background where he says is no hope, that most of the young people are drug addicts, drink and commit robbery in order to survive and that made a lot of things slow for his ability to do the artwork that he does. He spent a lot of time doing what he love to keep himself busy and to keep himself out of pessimistic vibe of the streets. He's seen as a young hero in his community and many people young and old look up to him, which also drives his passion. He started drawing at a young age, for him it was a hobby at first but soon turned into a career. He says he receives a lot of support from his family, friends and most people surrounding his area.He uses his platform to tell masses know that withholding their talent is not a opinion and aspire a lot of young people who have a gift to use it to their benefit.
For further information visit his facebook page Olwethu Patuleni Art''or instagram ''thehandsomeolwethu''.
By: Ellouise Muller
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