Evans Ngure

Evans Maina Ngure (1989) is a creator and sculptor living and working in Nairobi, Kenya.

Using an assortment of discarded material and found objects, he breathes life and character in form of animal collages, sculptures, jewelry, light pieces and most recently installations.

His work aims to educate on the need to achieve biodiversity and practice better waste management. In addition Evans’ work aims to celebrate animals as important players in our eco system’s well being.

Ngure grew up in Ngong, Rift Valley and schooled in the central highlands of Kenya.This presented the perfect environment for him to develop a love for nature and hone his found objects collecting skills, that have served him well to this day. This was achieved by the constant urge to collect hidden coins, shells and pebbles from dirt and the occasional dismantling of electronics and toys at home.

He mentions his dad as his first influencer who helped turn this hobby into art by encouraging young Evans to draw and scribble from observation. The constant trips with his dad to Ngara, a backstreet mechanics hub in Nairobi has influenced his work to this day. It has helped him polish his mechanical and joinery aspects in his sculptures.

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Kenyatta University, Bachelor of arts, Fine Art

SELECT SOLO EXHIBITIONS
2020
Wheels of Life , Alliance Française, Nairobi

2018
Irreplaceable, British Institute in Eastern Africa, Nairobi

SELECT GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2019
Kenya Art Panorama, Alliance Française, Nairobi
Form, One off Contemporary Art Gallery, Nairobi
Vanishing Wonders, Village Market, Nairobi

2018
Re-Found, Polka Dot art gallery, Nairobi
Kenya arts Diary exhibition, Alliance Française, Nairobi

2017
Fota Autumn show, International School of Kenya, Nairobi

2016
Affordable art show, Kenya Museum Society, Nairobi

2014
Unsellable art show, Nairobi National Museum, Nairobi

2012
Sanaa ya Makaratasi international art exhibition, Nairobi National Museum,Nairobi

2011
Khanga exhibition, Nairobi gallery, Nairobi