Benhura to exhibit at Beverly Hills Art Show

in the United States next week.
The award-winning sculptor whose motion trademark has been well received abroad will be showcasing over 15 pieces at the exhibition.
This is the second time that Benhura has been invited to represent Zimbabwe at the prestigious exhibition held annually.
In an interview, Benhura confirmed his participation saying it was an honour to represent Zimbabwe at such a big art event.
“For me it’s really an honour to represent my country at such a unique and prestigious show. I hope in future there will be more Zimbabwean artists at the exhibition,” he said.
According to his biography in Zimsculpt.com, at the age of 10 Benhura began to learn how to carve stones when he assisted his cousin Tapfuma Gutsa – an accomplished sculptor – create his works.
“Many early formative years were spent at Chapungu Sculpture Park and he is today regarded as the cutting edge of Zimbabwe sculpture with one-man exhibitions in Zimbabwe, Australia, Belgium, Holland, Germany and America.
“His subject matter is extensive including plants, trees, reptiles, animals and the whole gamut of human experience. Benhura has an exceptional ability to portray human feelings through form rather than facial expression.
“He continues to lead by experimentation and innovation and has created many memorable works including ‘Euphorbia Tree’, ‘Our HIV Friend’, ‘Swing Me Mama’, “The Dance of the Rainbirds’, and ‘Lazy Sunday’.”
Dominic sold his first piece as a professional artist at the age of 12.
“His work is bold and daring and he captures balance and movement both physically and emotionally.
“His prime motivation is to explore new ideas, concepts, techniques and methods and to express and communicate powerfully simple ideas. Nature, family and the relationships with his children are his main inspiration for his sculptures.”
Dominic often combines materials such as steel, wire and stone to create a beautiful mixed medium, which works together in harmony.
The stone itself is selected for its luminosity and colour, and is carved and ground down and reconstructed to create a striking plant or human form, for which he has become world renowned.
Benhura’s work has been included in many major exhibitions both in Zimbabwe and internationally.
He has also been involved in workshops in Botswana, USA, Holland, Belgium, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
Benhura is passing down his knowledge and skill to many international artists and local apprentices.