Who I Am by Najuma

One of a kind

Who I Am

by Najuma

$65

I made this painting because I wanted to show what being a young Ugandan feels like to me. The colours remind me of our flag, while the green represents the beautiful nature around us. The patterns in my hair remind me of our culture and where we come from. Sometimes, as young people, we are still figuring out who we are and where we belong. But I think our culture, our country and the things we grow up with are part of what makes us who we are. This painting is my way of saying: I am proud of where I come from, and I want to carry it with me as I grow.

  • Original painting, signed by the artist
  • Framed: Yes (wood frame)
  • Artist age: 16–20 years
  • Made in Uganda
  • Shipping weight: 1.5 kg
  • Ships worldwide via DHL Express, shipping calculated at checkout

What this buys, exactly

70% of what you pay, about 6 weeks of school fees for Najuma, goes straight to their school. The other 30% keeps the studios, materials and this shop running.

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