Posted on Tuesday 24-7-2007
Unwel'olude at the blank projects gallery
Unwel'olude is artist and curator Gabi Ngcobo's second solo exhibition.
Unwelo'olude is a Zulu saying which translates literally as "may your hair grow longer".
The hair in the saying makes reference to life. The saying is articulated as a well-
wisher to someone, usually on their birthday or when they have performed an
outstanding deed. It means "long live" or "viva".
The exhibition features works made of Ngcobo's own hair as well as hair sourced from her
friends and family. With this exhibition past, present and future become intertwined. The
work is riddled by contradictions that reveal a sense of hope and confusion.
Opens: Wednesday 25 July at 6PM
Closes: 3 August
blank projects 198 Buitengraght Street
blankprojects@gmail.com
For info call Gabi: 0827432306
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