Moses Masaya

Moses Masaya (1947–1995) was a Zimbabwean sculptor.[1][2]

Masaya became a student of Joram Mariga in 1957 and worked with him for two years. In 1970 he joined an outdoor studio run by Frank McEwen in Nyanga, remaining there until 1974.[3] Much of his work is inspired by his Shona heritage. Masaya has taught numerous artists, including his cousin Eddie.[4]

Masaya has exhibited widely internationally.[5]

Lucky Office, an aspiring young sculptor met Masaya at the age of 19, and has since also grown into one of Zimbabwe's leading sculptors.

References

1. "'Smooth' Moves". The Sacramento Observer. 31 March 2004. Archived from the original on 21 October 2012. Retrieved 5 September 2008.
2. "Moses Masaya (1947 - 1995), a large Zimbabwean Shona School carving of a stylised standing figure". www.the-saleroom.com. Archived from the original on 17 February 2016.
3. "Profile of Moses Masaya". zimsculpt. Retrieved 5 September 2008.
4. "ZIMBABWE SCULPTOR EXHIBITS IN SONOMA". The Press Democrat. 19 June 2005. Retrieved 5 September 2008.
5. Riggs, Thomas (1997). St. James Guide to Black Artists. St. James Press. p. x. ISBN 978-1-55862-220-3. Retrieved 5 September 2008.