Draft:Xolelwa Malinga
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Comment: Not clear how they would pass WP:NARTIST? Theroadislong (talk) 13:05, 12 March 2024 (UTC)
Xolelwa Malinga (born December 2001) is a visual artist based in Eswatini, known for her figurative and abstract paintings of the female form.
Early Life[edit]
Malinga was born in December 2001 and grew up in Mbabane, Eswatini.
Career[edit]
Malinga's art is characterized by her exploration of the female form as a central theme in her work. Drawing inspiration from her own thoughts and ideas, she creates artworks that highlight femininity.
Recognition and Achievements[edit]
In March 2024, Malinga received her first art award from the Art Connects Women organization, a division of Zee Arts Gallery under the patronage of UNESCO.[1]
References[edit]
- "Article Title" - Article from Eswatini Observer reporting on Xolelwa Malinga's [insert brief description of the content]. Date of publication: [insert date], Accessed: [insert date].
- "Fine artist Xolelwa to exhibit in Dubai" - Article from Times of Eswatini, reporting on Xolelwa Malinga's upcoming exhibition in Dubai. Date of publication: [insert date], Accessed: [insert date].
- ^ LinkedIn post by Xolelwa Malinga - Xolelwa Malinga's LinkedIn post announcing her receipt of the art award from the Art Connects Women organization. Date of post: [insert date], Accessed: [insert date].