About the Artist
Kabelo Moraloki
b. 1988 Kabelo Moraloki was born in 1988 in Mamelodi, a Township based in City of Tshwane. Kabelo first encountered art during his primary school years, where he used to copy his uncle’s drawings and in grade four he had a friend (Thomas Aphane) who used to be good in drawing that made Kabelo’s love for art grew stronger. Kabelo has been practicing his art since 2013 to find his own voice from working at MACFO (Mamelodi arts And Crafts Forum) center until 2015 when he moved to Pretoria to share a studio with fellow artists at the Old Fire Station. In 2019 he practiced at Botaki ba Afrika art residency until 2020 January, 2021 he was awarded an art residency at Pape Funds Headquarters in Sandton. Kabelo is currently working from home in Cape Town. In 2023 April he relocated to Cape Town and attended a capacity Building program for Cape Town Emerging Artists organized by the City of Cape Town. He is now mentored by former head of education at Zeitz MOCCA, Richard Kilpert and fashion Design Lecturer at University of Cape Town, Devon Anderson. In 2024 he won the Woolworths Youth Makers 2024 showcasing in selected stores. he is now practicing at home in Gardens, Cape Town.
Artist Statement
My practice centers on the exploration of portraiture and abstraction, primarily through the medium of acrylics on canvas and brown paper. My work delves into the themes of happiness, healing, and harmony, creating visual narratives that evoke introspection and a sense of interconnectedness.
Through a considered balance of dynamic compositions, textured surfaces, and evocative colour palettes, my art seeks to illuminate the complexities of human emotion and collective experience. The interplay between structured forms and intuitive processes reflects the fluid nature of thought and emotion, offering viewers a space to connect with their inner worlds.
Abstraction is another element of my practice, serving as both a conceptual and therapeutic framework. By embracing the unpredictability of the medium, I aim to create works that transcend representational boundaries, inviting open interpretation and emotional resonance.
Ultimately, my work embodies a pursuit of harmony—within the self, among individuals, and throughout society. It is my aspiration that each piece serves as a catalyst for reflection, connection, and renewal.