Artist Focus: Lulama Wolf

Under The Aegis Satellite Gallery presents works by the remarkable Lulama Wolf

Lulama Wolf is widely celebrated for her distinctive visual language—marked by bold, tactile surfaces and earthy, organic palettes. Her work thoughtfully engages with the pre-colonial African experience through a contemporary lens, employing techniques such as smearing, scraping, and the application of rich, layered pigments. Drawing inspiration from vernacular architecture, she references the patterned motifs traditionally crafted by women to adorn African homes, embedding a lineage of ancestral knowledge into her compositions.

Situated at the intersection of Neo-Expressionism and contemporary African art, Wolf’s practice is grounded in spirituality, cultural memory, and the quiet resilience of ritual. Her canvases resonate with symbolic depth and intuitive force, asserting a powerful reclamation of African identity. In 2024, she was named Artist of the Year by House and Leisure, affirming her rising prominence across both local and international art landscapes. Through a practice that is both deeply personal and culturally expansive, Wolf continues to captivate audiences with work that is as meditative as it is defiant.

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Left:

Lulama Wolf (1993-)

Umsindo Okhululayo II - Rage that Liberates, 2024-2025

Acrylic and Sand on Canvas

H50 x W50 x D5cm

Right:

Lulama Wolf (1993-)

Umsindo Okhululayo I - Rage that Liberates, 2024-2025

Acrylic and Sand on Canvas

H50 x W50 x D5cm

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