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2014 Nov. 24: Our Photographs have been taken

by Junie Sihlangu I’ve always been a fan of Zanele Muholi’s work and it was such an honour to get to review her book Faces and Phases 2006–14. I honestly thought it would be just a bunch of photos, as … Continue reading

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2014 Nov. 20: Book Review: Faces and Phases (2006 – 2014)

There is no single smile in Zanele Muholi’s Faces and Phases 2006-14 book The book was recently launched in Johannesburg South Africa, and is a collection of black and white portraits captured by Zanele Muholi between 2006 to 2014. They … Continue reading

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2014 Nov. 21: I’m cut in two

by Christie van Zyl What if a non-discriminatory love was re-instated as the only mantra of Love? What if all forms of love were celebrated with no incidents of hate processing them before they are allowed to exist freely? What … Continue reading

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2014 Nov. 19: Faces and Phases (2006 – 2014) book launch in New York

      NOV 18 BOOK SIGNING: Zanele Muholi / New York / November 19, 2014 Join The Walther Collection for a special launch celebrating Zanele Muholi’s new book, Faces and Phases: 2006-14, published by The Walther Collection and Steidl. … Continue reading

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2014 Nov. 17: “I love how my two portraits contradict each other”

by Sicka Star-ban My Faces and Phases journey started in the year 2013 when I met author and visual activist, Zanele Muholi. I, Nonkululeko Sharon Mthunzi known as Sicka Star-ban, remember her reaction when she first saw my cousin Nontuthuzelo … Continue reading

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2014 Nov. 17: Announcement – MoMA present two best South African artists

   The Friends of Education of The Museum of Modern Art present   Conversations: Among Friends, A Perspective on South Africa featuring artist ZANELE MUHOLI and actress NOMONDE MBUSI moderated by Judith B. Hecker, Assistant Curator, Department of Drawings and Prints Monday, … Continue reading

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2014 Oct. 29: Announcement – 2015 Light Work Artists-in-Residence

We Are Pleased to Announce The 2015 Light Work Artists-in-Residence Every year Light Work invites between twelve and fifteen artists to come to Syracuse to devote one month to creative projects. Over 400 artists have participated in Light Work’s Artist-in-Residence Program, … Continue reading

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2014 Oct. 31: Mbokodo awards honor the first ladies of our heritage

Text by Lerato Dumse Photos by Lindeka Qampi Stilettos, evening dresses, shiny accessories, fresh hairdos, make up and tuxedos were the order of the night, during the third annual Mbokodo Awards. The event took place  on October 24 at The … Continue reading

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2014 Oct. 31: Faces and Phases (2006 – 2014) book launch

Featuring in the series is Lebo ‘Leptie’ Phume (2013) and (2014) portraits. Faces and Phases (2006-14) by Zanele Muholi Book Launch Friday, November 7, 2014 Time: 7-9 pm Market Photo Workshop Entrance from Bus Factory parking, 2 President Street NEWTOWN Johannesburg … Continue reading

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2014 Aug. 14: HEAIDS Women’s Health – ZAZI Launch

Text by Christie van Zyl Photos by Lindeka Qampi and Zanele Muholi An inspiring message of Social co-hesion and responsibility was set at the launch of the ZAZI – Know your strength campaign. The event took place at the University … Continue reading

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