Artist: Doris Mangalu

Year Completed: 2022

Medium: Thread on wrapped canvas

Dimensions Inches (HxWxD): 19x13x0.8

Shipping from: Tanzania

Additional Information:

This artwork is done by hand embroidery, using navy blue thread and needle on white canvas. The Zanzibar dhow is one of the most iconic features in Zanzibar, and it is the instrument used by the indigenous people of Zanzibar for fishing, which is among their main economic activity. This celebrates the unique identity and history of indigenous people, and shares their value to the world.

Artist Statement:

I am a visual artist using the skill of hand embroidery to display textured and unique artistic expressions on canvas. I also work on other styles such as sketching, photography and crochet for fiber arts. In addition to that, I am a co-founder of a creative community that provides a space for underrepresented artists to showcase their work on an online platform with exhibition-like experience, which allows them to grow, connect, collaborate and expand their customer base. I am inspired by this event, because of the exceptional opportunity to use my talents for a charitable cause. I believe through this experience, I will be able to not just participate, but also initiate more charity events in my career.

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