Donna Kukama
Johannesburg, South Africa
About the Artist
Donna Kukama's practice is characterized by her performance and installation works, which incorporate text and found objects to explore themes of history, memory, and the politics of representation. Her works often involve the manipulation of familiar objects, creating new meanings and associations. Kukama's work is marked by a sense of visceral immediacy and a commitment to challenging dominant narratives.More Artists from South Africa
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