Written and illustrated by Mayambala Julius, a 16 year old young artist under a collaborative mentorship between Faces Up Uganda and Reminac Comic Studios.
Ssebuma is a boy determined to become a world class football player despite his physical disabilities. The story shows the social stigma children with disabilities go through in Uganda and how it affects thier self esteem and confidence. It also shows that all dreams can come true if we work hard and never give up.
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An artwork by Natan Dawit a deaf young artist. His passion is painting and he hopes to be a great artist one day. This artwork is about a boy who stood up for his dream. The blue side depicts his current situation while the orange side depicts his future.
By purchasing this artwork, 70% of the price you pay, supports the education of children, as well as 30%, enables us to facilitate our programs.
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Title: studying on radio
Size: 45cm X 55cm
Media: acrylics on canvas
Gum’s dream is to become an artist because it enables him to do things he has never tried before. He participated in the art contest to show off his talent in drawing. And encourage others that are unable to draw to participate. He advises other peers to never give up on what they want. Everyone has a talent they need to grow.Â
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Title: Studying on TV
Size: 45cm X 55cm
Media: Acrylics on canvas
Ojara’S dream is to become a teacher and an artist.
He believes that these are important to his future. He participated in the art contest because he wanted to show off his talent in art. He was so happy to be selected as a finalist in the art contest. He advises other peers; to always try their talent.
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This artwork by Sesanga is part of our cooperation with the Uganda School for the Deaf (USFD).
The Ugandan School for the Deaf was the first school for the Deaf in Uganda. It was established in 1959 by the Uganda Society for the Deaf at Namirembe Hill on leased land from the church of Uganda. A Government-aided Primary school brings together all categories of Deaf children, including Deaf children with multiple disabilities. The school’s primary task is to cater to the education, interests, and special needs of deaf children in Uganda.
We also know that through your support with a purposeful purchase. You will enable us to raise funds to buy more art materials, support the initiation and running of the art club at the USFD school, and establish a sustainable platform that will nurture and grow their potential in art.
If you are looking for a way to support us, we encourage you to purchase artwork. 70% goes towards the children, and 30% will be invested back into our work.
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When we go to the beach, it’s always swimming time for my big brothers. I don’t know how to swim and I admire people that can swim like fish. – Namakula
By purchasing this artwork, 70% of the price you pay will support the education of children we empower while 30% will support our administrative costs.
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This artwork by Tendo is part of our cooperation with the Uganda School for the Deaf (USFD).
The Ugandan School for the Deaf was the first school for the Deaf in Uganda. It was established in 1959 by the Uganda Society for the Deaf at Namirembe Hill on leased land from the church of Uganda. A Government-aided Primary school brings together all categories of Deaf children, including Deaf children with multiple disabilities. The school’s primary task is to cater to the education, interests, and special needs of deaf children in Uganda.
We also know that through your support with a purposeful purchase. You will enable us to raise funds to buy more art materials, support the initiation and running of the art club at the USFD school, and establish a sustainable platform that will nurture and grow their potential in art.
If you are looking for a way to support us, we encourage you to purchase artwork. 70% goes towards the children, and 30% will be invested back into our work.
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Title: Players
Media: acrylics on canvas
Size: 30cm X 40cm
Ruth Nubisuvi is 8 years old and her dream is to become an artist. Ruth has a winning mentality, and all she wants to do is Win. Her advice to other young people is to try hard, work hard and never give up!
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