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Kenyan Artist Overcomes Setback with Eggshell Art
11 May
Summary
- Mika Obanda crafts intricate mosaics from painted eggshells.
- He sources eggshells from local Kenyan hotels.
- Community support aided his recovery from artistic setback.
Mika Obanda, a talented artist from Kenya, transforms ordinary eggshells into stunning mosaics within his studio. He meticulously cleans, shapes, and paints these shells, which are supplied by local hotels.
Last summer, Obanda was preparing his collection, 'Trying to Blossom,' for an exhibition when an unspecified disaster struck. Reporter Frenny Jowi recently returned to check on the artist.
Jowi's follow-up visit explored how Obanda has navigated this hardship. The artist's recovery and artistic process have been significantly aided by the robust support from his local community.
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