Boemo Diale

Boemo Diale (b. 2000, Johannesburg) is a multidisciplinary artist studying Film and Television at the University of the Witwatersrand. Her work explores themes of race, gender, identity, and spirituality, drawing from her experiences growing up in the contrasting cultural landscapes of Rustenburg, Mafikeng, and Johannesburg. As a racially ambiguous Black woman, Diale’s art is an introspective and playful reflection of her childhood and personal journey.

Diale's practice is characterized by its vibrant, cathartic, and childlike quality, with frequent references of African symbols, traditional clay pot-making, permaculture, and scarification. Her creative journey is deeply influenced by her family and African traditions, drawing from generational memories and rituals to form the backbone of her artistic narrative. Through her art, Diale explores the internal world, often re-imagining everyday objects, such as vessels and pots, as symbols of introspection and the human experience.

Diale's most recent work involves experimenting with ceramics, bringing the vessels she once painted into physical form. Her latest exhibition, The Orange Tree of Lemenong, continues her exploration of personal identity, culture, and spiritual growth, using a dynamic blend of ink, pastel, acrylic, and spray paint. Poised for further success, Diale remains committed to exploring her story through various mediums, using her art to connect deeply with her audience.