Phumzile Buthelezi was born in the year of the Soweto Uprising, a period marked by significant social and political change in South Africa. Her artistic journey began at Thulani Primary School, where she earned a third-place prize in a school drawing competition, igniting her passion for craft and creativity at an early age. Her secondary education was completed at Aurora Girls High School, followed by St. Enda’s Community College, where she obtained her Matric Certificate. Throughout her life, she has been passionate about crafting and art, nurturing her talents from a young age.

pursuit of formal artistic and design training, Phumzile undertook various short courses in design and
print making and eventually joined Artist Proof Studio to deepen her expertise in art. Her work and talents
have been recognized through patronage and commissions, including partnerships with notable
organisations such as: Tracker (2008/9) ; William Kentridge (2009);Hudaco Bearings Company (2010).
Phumzile Buthelezi’s journey reflects a deep dedication to her craft, with a rich portfolio of community
projects, commissioned artworks, and continuous development in the arts.

Creativity In Parallel
My work embodies a continuous cycle of ends and beginnings reflecting a deep connection to my heritage and history. I am a combination of genes and desires of my family and purposes assigned by my creator. It is not clear which desires are mine, if there are any. I exist as a bridge between realms and generations and I bring forth messages meant for others through collages, sculptures and installations. When materials, spirit, mind and body are aligned and in agreement, I create as I imagine, I create as I act, I create as I construct a jig saw puzzle. I watch as the vessel that is myself open up, I listen as the magic from within work its way out, to orchestrate and unite all that is in agreement. The story, unknown, floating loosely awaiting its moment. It has to be carefully, glued together scrap by scrap brought out to light and be born. There will be rough edges that appear to be out of tune and some that might be out of place, but with a harmonious melody between the Mind and the Spirit, instructions will be easily followed, all for the purpose of an excellent execution.

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Kunje ke! (It Is like this), 2025 Mixed Media (Fabric & paper collage, acrylics) on canvas 130 x 110 cm