Portia Zvavahera In Her Own Words

“Lockdown has been a restless time for the Zimbabwean artist Portia Zvavahera.

As an artist who draws inspiration from dreams and introspection, peace and quiet are essential to her process. The rising star’s ethereal work is filled with transcendent imagery that allows the viewer to peek beyond the veil of earthly existence. But amid the chaotic noise of the wider world this year, Zvavahera was struck by creative paralysis.... 

We spoke to the artist about her ideal conditions for creativity and why she refuses to plan.’’

Read the interview with Zvavahera in Artnet News