amasiko wokuzihlanza: ukuqinisa

amasiko wokuzihlanza:

ukuqinisa, 2020

embossing on pillowcase

51 x 56 cm

Translates to rituals of cleansing: reinforcement

The works consists of sculptural wooden. The wooden spoon was moulded with green bar soap, using water and the twirling of the bar soap with hands to soften it and shape it.

The work acknowledges that traditional wooden spoon plays an important role is grooming and discipline in the IsiZulu culture - domestic roles and hierarchy are components that are emphasised from birth. On the contrary, these components are not at the centre of the artist’s lifestyle. As a result, the wooden spoon represents the importance of reinforcement in maintaining a desired identity.