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Takawira Taruvinga

Age: 37

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Full Name : Takawira  Taruvinga

Date of Birth : 10/02/1984

Totem(Mutupo) : Heart ( Moyondizvo Dhewa)

Rural Home : Murehwa

 

Why did you become an artist?:  Because I love carving and portraying my thoughts in stone.

Who is / are / were your teacher/s?:  Graham Rugoyi and the late Edmore Makotore.

How long have you been carving?:  3 years.

Which types of do you carve?: Spring stone, Lapidolite, Dolomite, Leopard Rock and Verdite.

What subject do you carve best?: Creations (flowers).

What inspires you to create : Nature.

 

Ambitions for the future:  To become one of the best artists in mixed media and installations.  I also wish to groom and inspire others who wish to become artists.

What other things  do you do as well?:  Drawing and interior décor

Motto(Favourite Saying) : “Don’t give up”

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