DESIRE
Desire (Duma Buyani) was born in the serene coastal town of Scottburgh, KwaZulu-Natal, in the year 1991. Today, he makes his home and hones his craft in the vibrant community of Amandawe, within the same province.
Orphaned at the tender age of six, Desire was nurtured by a close-knit extended family, whose dynamism and unwavering support became the bedrock of his aspirations. From an early age, he felt an inexorable pull towards the arts. Upon confiding his ambitions to his family, he learned of his illustrious lineage: his father, Menzi Mcunu, was a celebrated artist from Lamontville, Durban. Menzi's legacy was not merely confined to his artistic prowess; he was revered for his community outreach programs, imparting the gift of art to homeless children.
His contributions earned him the honor of having the main gallery at Durban’s BAT Center named after him. Desire pursued his artistic education at the prestigious National School of the Arts, later earning a BA in Visual Communication from Vega School. His creative spirit is kindled by the rich tapestry of culture and history, the camaraderie of his peers, and the enduringstrength of loving Black families. Among the artists he reveres are Zanele Muholi, Athi-Patra Ruga, Sabelo Mlangeni, and Luvuyo Nyawose.
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