Nega Yilma
As a native of Ethiopia, Nega’s paintings suggest the spirit of Africa with glowing colours and the frequent use of traditional African characters.
He prefers impressionist painting and employs what he refers to as irregular marks and impulsive brush strokes. This allows him to enjoy showing artistic impressions of his paintings and work depicting African illustrations.
It's as if you're taking them aboard your ship and sailing them to your world. People must be able to recognize themselves in your work. A realistic painting may represent one person's point of view, but abstract art has the ability to communicate with people all over the world. Music, like painting, is an important part of his life, and he enjoys playing instruments and writing lyrics. Nega has been painting since childhood, participating in national and international competitions. He holds a Bachelor of Art Degree in Fine Arts, and has taken part in international art exhibitions in Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, South Africa, France, as well as throughout Europe and the USA Nega has worked with Almasi Art Agency and currently shows at the Agency’s space in Diani.
Opposite Diani Reef
Diani Beach – Kenya