Archive/Kimberley Martins
Chema Mwana Wangu
Winner · 2025

Kimberley Martins

UK

Chema Mwana Wangu

Self-taught illustrator whose piece 'Chema Mwana Wangu' (Shona: 'My Child') depicts her brother Sean emerging from mists. Her practice centres on amplifying family members' voices through art. Recognised by the Women in Art 2024 Prize and awarded the Susan Angoy Prize for artists of African and Caribbean heritage.

Status

Winner

Category

Painting

Year

2025

Chema Mwana Wangu

WOMEN
IN ART
PRIZE