Wonke Abucus Lepheana, 31, based in Pretoria, is a self-taught visual artist specialising in painting. He began his artistic journey with the African Art Intro programme at Thohoyandou Art Centre in 2011, subsequently earning a diploma in journalism at Boston Media House in 2014.
The concept of home is central to Lepheana’s evolving identity and creative expression. His experiences across various tea farms in South Africa have deeply shaped his perspective. Painting serves as a tool for introspection, illuminating the people and places that define him.
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Wonke Abucus Lepheana, 31, based in Pretoria, is a self-taught visual artist specialising in painting. He began his artistic journey with the African Art Intro programme at Thohoyandou Art Centre in 2011, subsequently earning a diploma in journalism at Boston Media House in 2014.
The concept of home is central to Lepheana’s evolving identity and creative expression. His experiences across various tea farms in South Africa have deeply shaped his perspective. Painting serves as a tool for introspection, illuminating the people and places that define him.
