Helena specifically explores the archive of images given to her by Commander Nel, grappling with the content and, through the lithographic print process, disrupting both his…
Artist: HELENA UAMBEMBE
In times of innocence
Like a hand-carved mask or ornament, the buffalo head at first represented death, but its meaning has evolved as the dialogue in her work has…
David Krut Podcast: Helena Uambembe: Art, Archives & Identity | Listening Time: 28 minutes
In this episode of the David Krut Podcast, artist Helena Uambembe speaks to Britt Lawton about her artistic practice; her interest in the archive; personal…
Helena Uambembe – Each generation must discover its mission, fulfil it or betray it in relative opacity – Fanon, 2020
Helena Uambembe’s fastidiously crafted military scenes featuring Camo green and gunmetal grey are used to emphasise the brutality of war and the devastation it leaves in its wake. The…