Be the chimpanzee. Rest—though the world screams-“move.” Look up. The sky is still there, and so are the small wonders: a daisy’s fleeting kiss, a spider’s trembling thread, a caterpillar’s patient journey home💝.

But the daisy wilts faster now❤️‍🩹. The forests that cradle them fall to axes, fences, and plows💔. The spider’s web? A metaphor for ecosystems we fray daily.❤️‍🩹 And the caterpillar—what is transformation without a place to become?❤️‍🩹💔❤️‍🩹

We wield the blueprint of their extinction. When will we see their survival as our own?💔❤️‍🩹

(Art for the wild. Art for the weary. Art for change.)

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The Chimpanzee’s Reverie

"Brotherly Love" by Keith Zenda is a touching portrayal of care and protection, painted in oils on magazine paper—a medium that adds depth and tension to the scene. The delicate printed background contrasts with the rich, textured strokes of the siblings, highlighting their bond as they walk hand in hand. The older child leads with quiet confidence, symbolizing guidance, while the younger one follows with trust. This piece blends the ephemeral with the eternal, turning the everyday into something deeply meaningful.

Brotherly Love

"Girl with Yoghurt" by Keith Zenda is painted in oils on magazine paper—an unusual and bold choice that adds layers of meaning and texture. The glossy, printed surface contrasts with the raw emotion of the child’s gaze and the vibrant fabrics, highlighting both fragility and resilience. Zenda’s use of a commercial medium to portray an intimate, everyday moment challenges convention and invites the viewer to find depth in the unexpected.

Girl withYoghurt

This vibrant portrait of an African woman blends seamlessly with the stripes of a zebra, symbolizing the deep connection between humans and animals in African totemic beliefs. The zebra's stripes, integrated with the woman's face, represent the ancestral spirits that guide and protect her. The footprints surrounding the portrait signify the path of the ancestors, highlighting the importance of honoring and respecting the traditional beliefs and customs of African culture

Totemic Heritage 2022

In this stunning painting, an African woman stands tall, dressed in a vibrant yellow gown, holding a shield and a traditional knobkerrie. The shield bears the scars of battles fought and won, while the knobkerrie tells the story of her people's struggles and triumphs. The footprints on the knobkerrie represent the path forged by her ancestors, and the woman's steadfast gaze and firm grip on the shield and knobkerrie signify her unwavering commitment to preserving her cultural heritage

Protector of Heritage

Chirere Chigokurerawo
Translated as “Take care of others, so they will take care of you,” this painting depicts a young girl, perhaps already assuming a nurturing role. The bold red wool shawl contrasts with her small, delicate figure, symbolizing strength and the responsibilities often placed on young shoulders. The textured background, including the newspaper print, offers a social commentary on how traditional roles and values persist in modern contexts. This work celebrates resilience, care, and the cyclical nature of giving and receiving.

Chirere Chigokurerawo

Keith Zenda's painting "Tsvimbo" embodies the core of Zendaism, where the past guides the future through deep ancestral connections. The figure, holding a traditional staff or "tsvimbo," symbolizes leadership, authority, and a bond with ancestral wisdom. Adorned in vibrant cultural attire, this guardian of heritage represents the strength and resilience passed down through generations. The layered foot imprints symbolize the journey of ancestors, leaving their mark on the present.

In the "Echoes of Ancestry: Guardians of Heritage" series, "Tsvimbo" is a powerful visual statement on the importance of tradition and cultural preservation. The figure's firm stance with the staff reflects the strength needed to uphold these values, urging viewers to connect with their roots and understand their identity. Zenda’s Zendaism transcends art, becoming a movement that celebrates African heritage and empowers communities to embrace their history while navigating the future.

Tsvimbo

"Kutaswa (Initiation)" by Keith Zenda captures a young woman's transition into adulthood. Wrapped in a red patterned cloth, she stands contemplative, aware of the cultural significance of this rite. Ethereal ancestors surround her, symbolizing the shared journey and spiritual guidance. Footprints dominate the canvas, representing the path she follows, one walked by generations before her. A sphere at her feet symbolizes the world she steps into, full of new responsibilities. Zenda beautifully illustrates this profound cultural practice, highlighting the connection between individual identity and community heritage.

Kutaswa (Initiation)

In "Ancestral Guidance" by Keith Zenda, an elder stands as a bridge between past and present, holding a spear and shield, symbolizing protection and tradition. His vibrant red cloth and wise, resolute gaze embody the resilience of his people. Surrounding him are ethereal footprints, representing the ever-present guidance of his ancestors, ensuring he never walks alone. Above, a serene female figure, possibly an ancestor, watches over him, balancing his strength with nurturing wisdom. The painting’s sunset hues suggest a moment of transition, where ancestral wisdom is passed down, ensuring the continuity of cultural identity and spirit.

Ancestral Guidance

Our roots determines our fruits
🦶 footprints representing our African culture and the journey of life!

Kumbula ekhaya - Roots

Men travel more often hustling and leaving their women behind and the women feel more loved and engaged even in a long distance relationships through communication and once married they feel belonging to the man and his family to the extent of changing their surnames to the husband’s surname.

A good relationship is build through communication and commitment. The foot 🦶 prints and the finger prints representing (KUFAMBIRANA NE KUBATANA)😍

Medium Charcoal and Acrylic on canvas

The Invisible Man

Ndangariro

A meticulous portrait of a lion cub is depicted, shown in a close-up view that highlights the animal's expressive golden eyes and delicate whiskers. The cub's face is presented primarily from the left side, set against a plain, white background, accentuating the subtle greyscale shading and dark grey lines that add texture and depth to the drawing, particularly around the neck and the eyes. The use of light and dark greys in the portrait contrasts sharply, giving the artwork a serene and tranquil quality.

Print A1 Lion Cub

The image features a close-up drawing of a leopard's head and upper torso. The leopard's eyes are strikingly blue, creating a strong contrast with its predominantly black and white fur. Notable details such as the leopard's long whiskers and fine fur texture are meticulously captured, enhancing the realistic and intense appearance of the animal. The art piece is set against a dark background, which amplifies the visual impact of the leopard's light blue eyes and lighter spots within its fur. This drawing exemplifies exceptional artistic skill, capturing the essence and elegance of this powerful predator.

Print A1 Blue eyes

Print A1. Leopard pastels

The image features a close-up view of a cheetah's face artistically rendered in striking grey, black, and white colors. Attention to detail is evident in the vivid representation of the cheetah's yellow eyes, which contrasts with its surrounding palette, and its visible fangs that add to the overall fierceness of the depiction.

Print A1 Cheetah

A close-up black and white painting depicts a lion’s head, oriented forward towards the viewer. The lion's mane is detailed with delicate strokes, giving it depth and texture. Its eyes are a striking yellow, contrasting with the grayscale palette, and are emphasized as a prominent feature. The painting shows refined details in the lion's facial features, including short eyebrows, ears, and nose. The background is unobtrusive with a simple white margin at the top and bottom and a dark gray on either side.

Print A1 Leo

The image depicts a drawing of a chameleon, realistically rendered in colored pencils. The chameleon is primarily blue with vivid bright accents on its skin, suggesting a sense of texture and detail. The creature is perched among green leaves and positioned on a brown branch, which adds natural elements to the scene. The contrast between the vibrant blue of the chameleon and the green leaves emphasizes a serene and harmonious atmosphere, encouraging an appreciation for the detailed beauty of nature as captured by the artist. It's a colorful and peaceful portrayal of a veiled chameleon, a species known for its ability to change colors and camouflage in its environment.

Print A1 Cameleon

An oil painting portrays a leopard with a compelling and focused gaze. The leopard is rendered with a vivid array of tan, white, black, and brown, featuring dark stripes on the face and spots on the body. The leopard's eyes are green, and the animal's mouth is open, allowing a view of the top teeth and a tip of the tongue. Distinct white whiskers are prominent. The lighting gives the subject a three-dimensional quality, with the left side of the leopard illuminated, suggesting sunlight, while the right side is in shade, adding depth to the leopard's form. The background of the painting is a dark green color, which adds contrast and accentuates the leopard's features.

Print A1 Leopard

The image is a close-up of a young hyena's face, emphasizing its distinctive features. It has bright blue eyes and short fur, with visible details around its eyes and on the ears. It is looking slightly left of center against a blurry, mainly dark grey background, which draws focus to the hyena itself.

Print A1 The Hyena

The image is a portrait of a young Zimbabwean woman, which features a mix of vibrant colors and patterns. She is adorned with a geometric patterned red scarf and is wearing clothing that includes spiral patterns in green, gold, black, and white. Her gentle expression and focused gaze add depth to the painting. Her eyes reflect the love and care of a mother carrying a baby on her back The background features a dark surface embellished with images of butterflies, symbolizing courage, change, and freedom. This is a 3D oil painting on canvas which exhibits the artist's skill in creating a textural effect that gives a sense of dimensionality. The artwork notably captures the grace and beauty associated with African women's traditional attire.

Kutsungirira (Hope Eternal) Print A1

A man in a blue shirt is riding a black bicycle with a girl, wearing a green top and who has long dark hair, sitting behind him. They are on theri way home.

On the way home - Print A1

The image is a pencil and watercolor painting on off-white paper, depicting a woman with a green bonnet, dressed in a purple shirt and blue pants, riding a black bicycle loaded with firewood.  The painting emphasizes simplicity and focuses more on the actions and movements of the woman rather than detailed surroundings.

Firewood for this evening - Print A1

An oil painting depicts multiple passengers alongside a parked coach, portrayed in vibrant colors. The passengers are of varying ages, featuring distinct attire and are waiting to board the bus. They are holding an assortment of items, including a sack or mealie meal, a bag of yam, as well as a basket full of personal belongings. A wheelbarrow stands also loaded ready for the journey. One lady is carrying a baby no her back in the African style. The ground beneath them is rendered in shades of brown, while the bus itself displays green and yellow colors. In the upper right corner of the painting, there are piled personal belongings such as bottles and bags. The scene conveys a sense of the daily life and resilience of people who could be journeying from a rural area to a city, carrying all their possessions with them in an African setting.