Katlego C.L. Twala (b. 2000, Gaborone, Botswana) is a contemporary painter whose practice centres on figurative portraiture, combining the technical discipline of classical realism with a distinctly contemporary perspective. She received formal training at the Swedish Academy of Realist Art and the Barcelona Academy of Art, where she developed a strong foundation in traditional painting techniques, including careful observation, anatomy, and the nuanced use of light and colour. Through her work, Twala explores themes of identity, representation, and the human experience, using portraiture as a means of engaging with broader social and cultural narratives. Her paintings often invite viewers to reflect on questions of belonging, memory, and the complexities of contemporary life. By merging time-honoured artistic methods with modern social commentary, Twala creates compelling works that bridge the past and present, contributing to ongoing conversations about portraiture and the role of realism in contemporary African art.