On The Canvas: Where artistry meets legacy!

"Welcome to On The Canvas—where art becomes a vessel for the Black experience, past, present, and future. From the studios of visionary artists across Africa and the diaspora, we dive into the stories, struggles, and triumphs behind each masterpiece. This is more than creativity—it’s identity, culture, and history told through every brushstroke, sculpture, and vision. Whether male or female, on the continent or beyond, these artists shape the world with their craft. This is On The Canvas—where Black artistry takes center stage."

  • On The Canvas x Nene Mahlangu

     

    Art is more than creativity—it’s identity, culture, and history. On The Canvas brings you into the studios of visionary Black artists shaping the world through their craft.
    Today, we spotlight Nene Mahlangu, a powerhouse of expression whose work explores identity, femininity, and spirituality. From designing historic South African coins to exhibiting on global stages, her journey is a testament to the power of Black artistry. Join us as we uncover her story, her inspiration, and the impact she’s making in the art world.
     

  • ON THE CANVAS X LULAMA WOLF

     

    An intriguing session between Nomaza founder of Undiscovered Canvas and South African visual artist Lulama Wolf, where we discuss her reseach on Vernacular architecture and how she uses that knowledge and technique in her works. We also discuss spirituality linked to our Ancestors, Christianity and Astronomy, touching on the research she has done on the Dogon Tribe from Mali.

     

  • ON THE CANVAS X ZANDILE TSHABALALA

     

    Zandile Tshabalala is a visual artist born and raised in Soweto, South Africa. On this interview, Nomaza and Zandile discuss her work, interested in topics of representation particularly the representation of the black women in historical paintings. Zandile noticed a pattern whereby the black woman in paintings was usually placed at the background and starts to disappear almost as if she is not present or is placed in compromising situations that reinforce the idea that the black woman is inferior and should be marginalized. Zandile feels a strong need to challenge these ideas and give back the black woman’s voice in her paintings by placing the black female figure in a powerful positon that allows her to be in control of her own body and the gaze that is exchanged between her and the viewer.