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April 7, 2015
MONKEYBIZ South Africa | Economic Independence & HIV Support Project 'MonkeyBiz'
MONKEYBIZ south africa | The MONKEYBIZ Project in South Africa
Intricate beadwork, cherished even by the South African President's office.
Support HIV initiatives by purchasing beaded dolls & animals.
Established in 2000 in Cape Town, South Africa, MONKEYBIZ south africa is a project dedicated to economic independence and HIV support, founded by artists including ceramicists Barbara Jackson, Shirley Fintz, and Masapelo Ngcaka. Discover your favorite piece among their intricate beadwork, characterized by fresh color palettes and unique expressions.
Text by KAJII Makoto (OPENERS)
Beadwork crafted from imagination by those who have never seen elephants or giraffes.
The beaded animals, with their free use of color and simple expressions, bring a sense of gentle warmth. Upon closer inspection, you might notice elongated legs, sprouting whiskers, a slightly off-kilter balance, or playful distortions.
These appear to be imaginary creatures, but they are actually crafted from the imagination of impoverished individuals living near Cape Town, South Africa. Their lack of direct experience with the real subjects has resulted in these uniquely colorful, one-of-a-kind artworks.
These appear to be imaginary creatures, but they are actually crafted from the imagination of impoverished individuals living near Cape Town, South Africa. Their lack of direct experience with the real subjects has resulted in these uniquely colorful, one-of-a-kind artworks.
MONKEYBIZ south africa, an initiative for economic independence and HIV support, provides free training in beadwork, a traditional South African craft. Those who acquire the skills can then create MONKEYBIZ south africa objects from their homes and receive payment, forming a humanitarian project.
Participation in this project enables individuals to afford medical care for their families, send their children to school, and build modest homes. Furthermore, profits are directed towards assisting other impoverished individuals in Cape Town beyond the artisans themselves.
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Tel. 092-715-6657
MONKEYBIZ south africa
www.monkeybiz.co.za