Artist profile
the famous artist from Senegal,
also inspired my work with his
expressive sculptures.
Describe your style.
I specialise in many antique art
forms from Mali such as:
• The Bambara style (originating
from the region of Segu),
• The Djenné-Djenno style (region
of Djenné),
• The Senufo style (region of
Sikasso),
• The Dogon style (Dogon
country),
• The Bozo style (from the Bozo
tribe).
I also create works that are
more contemporary and my
style represents an expressive
combination of antique Malian art
and occidental contemporary art.
What is your general
inspiration when you sit down to
create?
Some human attitudes, positions
and frame of minds inspire me,
such as like proudness and denial.
When I am under pressure, I
also take refuge in creating some
works, like the sculpture ‘Douleur.’
What are you currently
working on?
I am currently working on a trophy
for the African Cup of Nations as
Africa is not visible enough on the
cup at first sight. AD
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