Wesley Mawema

The work of Wesley Mawema is a testament to Shona Sculpture, a sculptural movement begun in Africa in the twentieth century and becoming collected throughout the world. “Shona” is an African way of life that believes in the fundamental relationship between the physical world and the spiritual world. Shona sculptures are an expression of the belief that every rock contains a “spirit essence that will influence how the stone will be shaped.” The work of Mawema is a stunning example of this dual relationship between the material and the art derived from it. Though simple in form, the profundity of Mawema’s work is evident through his precision and his graceful style. Wesely Mawema is originally from Victoria Falls, Zimbawe and learned the Shona Sculptural style from his father. He states that his work is inspired by “a belief in hope, compassion and the human spirit.” Wesely Mawema currently lives and works in British Columbia.

Manifestation of Expression
Reception: Thursday September 7, 2006 6-8 PM
Exhibition Dates: 9/5/2006 - 9/26/2006

Invitation to Wesley Mawema's exhibition

Worried Spirit Brazilian Soapstone 8" x 9" x 5"" $4000 Worried Spirit Brazilian Soapstone 8" x 9" x 5"" $4000	Deep Thinker Chlorite Soapstone 14" x 9" x 8"" $5000 Deep Thinker Chlorite Soapstone 14" x 9" x 8"" $5000
The 'mbira player' Brazilian Soapstone 17" x 12" x 8"" $6500 The 'mbira player' Brazilian Soapstone 17" x 12" x 8"" $6500	Leafs Spirit of Life Green Serpentine Stone 27" x 15" x 7.5" $16500 Leafs Spirit of Life Green Serpentine Stone 27" x 15" x 7.5" $16500
Mother and Child Brazilian Soapstone 31" x 15" x 6"" $12500 Mother and Child Brazilian Soapstone 31" x 15" x 6"" $12500	I Love you, Infinity Chlorite Soapstone 18" x 12" x 3"" $4000 I Love you, Infinity Chlorite Soapstone 18" x 12" x 3"" $4000
Happy Family Chlorite Soapstone 21" x 10" x 5"" $6500 Happy Family Chlorite Soapstone 21" x 10" x 5"" $6500