Thread by @mentorshipzim

In the early years stone sculpture was internationally referred to as Shona Sculpture. The name later became controversial because some of the members were none Shona speaking nor rooted in it. Examples are the artists who came from Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique and Angola

Also within Zimbabwe some artists came from other regions that were non Shona speaking. In simplicity it is now known as Zimbabwe Stone Sculpture or The Sculpture Movement. The term sculpture movement is more of a professional term often used by academics and art students.

There is a lot of literature & catalogues available on this Sculpture movement. Some of it can be found at The National Gallery of Zimbabwe & some you can buy on the internet. Zimbabwe has made its mark on the international art scene & that impact will be felt for years to come.

For those interested in learning stone art there is Chitungwiza Art Centre in Chitungwiza. The National Gallery runs a workshop school as well. You can also go to Dominic Studios in Greendale he takes time to teach new artists. Also individual artists in different areas can teach

It has been a great day and thank you so much for taking time to read and appreciate!!!
I will be free to take all your questions until 7pm.