Xolelwa Malinga, also known as XO, is a self-taught multidisciplinary artist born and raised in the Kingdom of Eswatini. Her work is a focused and powerful exploration of the female form, using the anatomy as a canvas to convey nuanced feelings, thoughts, and complex themes.
Inspired by the subtle communication of body positioning, XO’s art delves into concepts of beauty, freedom, and confidence. Her primary aim is to celebrate the vibrant essence of women and to inspire a profound sense of self-acceptance.
Beyond celebration, her work serves a critical purpose: to actively challenge and dismantle societal norms that lead to the objectification of the black female figure. By creating art that honours and appreciates its subject, she directly confronts the pervasive sexualization perpetuated by the legacies of colonialism and modern media, advocating for a new perspective.
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Xolelwa Malinga, also known as XO, is a self-taught multidisciplinary artist born and raised in the Kingdom of Eswatini. Her work is a focused and powerful exploration of the female form, using the anatomy as a canvas to convey nuanced feelings, thoughts, and complex themes.
Inspired by the subtle communication of body positioning, XO’s art delves into concepts of beauty, freedom, and confidence. Her primary aim is to celebrate the vibrant essence of women and to inspire a profound sense of self-acceptance.
Beyond celebration, her work serves a critical purpose: to actively challenge and dismantle societal norms that lead to the objectification of the black female figure. By creating art that honours and appreciates its subject, she directly confronts the pervasive sexualization perpetuated by the legacies of colonialism and modern media, advocating for a new perspective.
