Sanele Bright Xaba is a Durban-based South African artist born in 2002 who specialises in drawing, painting, and mixed media. From a young age, his love for the arts has driven his creative journey, and his work reflects a deep exploration of life’s complexities.
Through his art, Sanele uses grey figures to represent life’s struggles and challenges, while the smiles on his figures symbolise hope and resilience. The vibrant colours of clothing and backgrounds add brightness, highlighting the contrast between joy and hardship. These colours represent different emotions, suggesting that even in difficult times, there is always beauty and hope to be found.
Sanele’s work reminds viewers to appreciate the small, beautiful moments in life and to find strength in the face of adversity. His art speaks to the belief that no matter the difficulties, there is always light ahead.
