Brian Onyango

Brian Davise Onyango, professionally known as Don-Darvise, is a contemporary Kenyan artist based in Nairobi. Entirely self-taught, he is recognized for his vibrant, heavily textured acrylic impasto paintings that explore the emotional relationship between colour, texture and form. Drawing inspiration from the energy of Nairobi and the quiet poetry of the natural world, his intuitive process results in richly layered abstract compositions that invite both visual and tactile engagement. His works are held in private collections in Kenya and internationally.

Self-taught contemporary artist specializing in acrylic impasto painting. Continuous independent study and experimentation in abstract art, colour theory, texture, and mixed-media techniques.
I'm a beneficiary of the "Wasanii wa mtaani" full art course courtesy of Uweza Art Gallery in partnership with the British Council.

2022 - Group Exhibition, Alliance Française, Nairobi.
2024 - Group Exhibition, Alliance Française, Nairobi.
2025 - Group Exhibition, British Council, Nairobi.
2026 - Solo Exhibition, Nairobi Gallery.
2026 - Group Exhibition, Kobo Trust.
2026 - Group Exhibition, National Museum of Kenya.
Currently Ongoing Daily Exhibition, Uweza Art Gallery, Nairobi.