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Peter Walala

Kenyan 1978- 

In Peter Walala’s sculptural practice, he experiments with qualities and properties of different materials such as plastic, stone, ice and wood, developing innovative processes to manipulate and transform them. Walala’s most recent artworks have grown from his interest in clothing labels, observing the intricacy of their sharp text, images and curious messages. Over time, he has shaped a meticulous and affectionate process of sourcing, selecting, treating and piecing the labels together into large tapestries.

Walala studied electronic engineering at the Nairobi Technical Institute before deciding to become a full time artist. He joined the visual arts centre Kuona Trust in 1998 and since then has participated in various collective exhibitions, as well as community projects, both locally and abroad. He has also completed artist residencies in the USA, Finland, Italy and Canada. In 2015, Walala won the Visual Art Award in the Manjano competition in Nairobi.

Biography courtesy of Circle Art Gallery.

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