Wallen Mapondera

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Wallen Mapondera (born 27 December 1985 in Harare, Zimbabwe),[ citation needed ] is a Zimbabwean visual artist, known for work that explores social mores and societal relationships using livestock imagery. His work has been displayed in Australia, Germany, the Netherlands, South Africa, Spain and the United States.

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Education

2005–2007, National Gallery of Zimbabwe Visual Arts Studios, formerly B.A.T.[ citation needed ]

Recognition

Exhibitions

Solo exhibitions

Group exhibitions

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