King Ngabo on preserving Genocide survivors' images through Art
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- 25 Apr 2023
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King Ngabo, an artist and founder of Ingabo Corner, is on a mission to preserve the memory of victims of the 1994 Genocide Against Tutsi in a unique way.
With the launch of his latest initiative, "Art for Memories," he has gathered a group of talented artists to help him document the lives of the victims through drawings and paintings.
The initiative, which is entirely free of charge, allows individuals to send in photos and information of their loved ones who lost their lives during the Genocide. The artists then use their skills to create stunning works of art that immortalize the memories of these individuals. The sender gets to decide whether to keep the artwork or leave it in the gallery's archives for future generations to see.
According to him, the Art for Memories initiative is a beautiful way to use art to remember and honor the victims of one of the most horrific events in human history. It is a powerful reminder that art has the ability to heal, inspire and educate, he said. Read More…
