Ishmael Chitiyo

BORN:
1982

LIVES:
Chitungwiza, Zimbabwe

PARENTS:
Both his parents passed away when he was a child.

EARLY LIFE:
Ishmael was taught to sculpt by his brother Solomon.

EDUCATION:
Ishmael left school at 16, and his options of further education were limited.

CAREER:
Ishmael worked with Ignatius Zhuwakiyi, a well-known young artist, and then a famous first generation Shona artist Sylvester Mubayi also helped and inspired him in the early days.

AWARDS:
finalist in the 3D visual arts category in 2008 National Arts Merit Awards. Certificate of Excellence, Kristin Diehl Sculpture Park

MEDIUMS USED IN WORK:
stone

SUBJECTS OF WORK:
modern Zimbabwean sculpture

EXHIBITIONS:
Chitungwiza Arts Centre, Zimbabwe


Ishmael Chitiyo sculpture and furniture for sale from The Sculpture Park is detailed below: