Monday, 15 May 2017

People>>Culture>>Beauty.

It's been two long weeks since I came back from a place that has changed a lot in me.I spent a weekend in Lamu and I miss everything about Lamu. Not forgetting the cool friends I met at Kids create Kenya, Anidan arts & crafts centre, Lamu.If you want to win my friend of the year award, the rules are simple take me back to Lamu. If you haven't found enough reasons to be alive on this earth then try going to this holy island (there is a lot to learn from the people of Lamu).
Here are my reasons why I think Lamu is a holy Island.There are no cars, no traffic congestion, no pollution only boats and donkeys ðŸ˜€ I really enjoyed the fresh air from the ocean after a very long time.Another reason is that you don't need shoes in lamu, if you still doubt this little secret then just carry your sandals.People in Lamu know they are standing on a holy ground (remember the story of Moses with the burning bush ðŸ˜€) so they don't need shoes.My third reason is that you don't need to set your alarm, the holy recitations from the muezzin in the mosques will wake you up.My final reason is the 'ukarimu' from the Lamu people.Every person I met in Lamu has some kindness spirit in them,the way they talk to you.They always ask "umeamkaje?" "Safari ilikuaje?" "Safari njema" "Mola akubariki".If you are tired of living with people who don't appreciate your existence it's about time you relocated to this island.There is a lot more to say about lamu.The boat captains,the rides,the sunrise,the sunset,the birds,the beach,the fishing but let me save that for another day.Most important lesson I learnt is that Good people still exist on this earth, appreciate them because the are hard to come by.
Photography by Aswad Uhuru










Monday, 23 January 2017

Tewa on People Daily!!!


On 18th January 2017 I was privileged to be part of the "Controlled Accidents" Exhibition opening event at the Polka Dot gallery in Karen.This was a solo exhibition featuring works by the Master artist Yony Waite.Since this was her first exhibition in 2017, it had to be a good one.I really enjoyed her wise words and Inspiration.Above all I found myself on the People Daily (20th January) Newspaper.What a good way to start a Year!!!


My First Cartoon Drawing Workshop.

So last December I was privileged to teach five Kids how to create their own cartoon characters.This being my first time teaching I felt special since they were more than willing to learn from me.They treated me as a master and I treated them as my assistants.The most interesting part was as one kid was drawing two lovers, the other one was more into drawing villains and scary characters. I really loved my first Kids workshop and I'm planning to do more of this.Special thanks to Lara Ray of Polka Dot gallery in Karen for the opportunity and also to my good friend Siyolo for coming through with your sister to help us understand the kids.

Explaining Cartoon Drawing Techniques 

A moment with my good friend Siyolo & her Sister

Story telling time with my new friends

Introducing Mr. Polka


Mr. Polka is a real Kenyan art lover who is introducing you to the vibrant Kenyan art scene.This was my first time animating.I was a bit slow but finally I managed to upload something.A big shout out to Angela Macharia the female voice in the animation.Something amazing is that the day she recorded the voice is the same day we first met.A big thank you to Alex Ngugi the Music producer & Benjamin Okoth who came through as the male voice actor. Finally a big thank you to Lara Ray of Polka Dot Gallery Karen for believing in my abilities.
If you haven't watched Mr. Polka, check it out and kindly Subscribe:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCFBUeeH52g

Wednesday, 7 September 2016

Holiday Time, Is Personal Time

                                                          Character Design By Tewa
                                                   Project for Tewa Animation Studios

Monday, 11 July 2016

Parabéns Portugal

Portugal's team spirit after Cristiano Ronaldo's injury drives Euro 2016 win.Congratulations to Portugal

Graphic Design by Tewa

 

Wednesday, 6 July 2016

EID MUBARAK TO MY MUSLIM FAMILY

Eid Mubarak. May Allah Blessings Be With You Today, Tomorrow, And Always.