Kenya

Artist: Wambui Mwangi-Baal

*1969 Nairobi, Kenya
1991-1992: Studied at Surikov Art Institute Moscow
1992-1994: Textile Academy Kosigina
1994-1999: University of Arts Berlin, Winchester School of the Arts (UK), Institute Français de la mode (France)
2001-2004: Jazz Radio
Since 2006: Radiohaus Berlin
Exhibitions: Frankfurt am Main, Berlin
wambui@gmx.net

Interpretation

The Kenyan bear depicts the natural resources and the country's independence as shown by the national colours. The colours are black for the black majority, red for blood, the price of freedom, and green for the land and its natural wealth. The white stripes are a reference to Kenya's independence, also symbolizing peace. The defence of freedom is symbolized by a traditional Masai shield and two spears. The mysterious, snow-capped Mount Kenya, located at the equator, is seen within the typical sunset which embraces the tropical landscape.

Wambui Mwangi-Baal

Sponsor: Embassy of the Republic of Kenya