Nnenna (United States, WK 92-93)
What
years did you attend Waterford Kamhlaba? (What forms/year group?)
Class of 1993
Please
tell us what you have done or are doing at the moment? (e.g.. what you studied
and what field you are currently working in)
I am an artist and an art Professor at North Park University in
Chicago. I received University degrees in Painting and Sculpture.
Could you
tell us what inspired you to pursue your career path.
I chose to be an art teacher to inspire and engage young and emerging
artists.
Did
Waterford in any way play a role in your career path choice?
If yes: then what has that role been.
I always had a passion for art. But my experience at Waterford helped
me discover and hone my creative skills. The art classes were challenging, yet
exhilarating. The freedom and support I received there gave me the confidence
to pursue my dreams of becoming an artist.
What advice would you have for aspiring students who would
want to be involved in
similar areas of expertise?
I would advise students with the talent or interest to believe in
themselves and do their best to stand out stylistically. Push forward and never
give up on your pursuit due to societal pressures or stigmas. Perseverance is
the key to success.
Do you
have any fond memories of Waterford?
This is a hard one, as I have too many fond memories. But at the top of
my list is the Makosa dance that I choreographed and with some of my peers for
the cultural show. It was always fun putting it together and performing on
stage.
Could you
possibly share one with us and could we also ask you to send us one or two
pictures of your time at WK?
Unfortunately, I don’t have many photos at hand.
Most
embarrassing moment at Waterford?
They were quite a few, but I think that the morning I accidentally fell
into the pool during PE, and almost drown after claiming I could swim – this
may still top the chart.
WK crush?
Mr Lancaster
What’s your favorite ’90s jam?
“Motownphilly" by Boyz II Men
Who was in your WK #squad (friend group)?
Lindani
Sechele, Nely Honwana, Shose Akaro, Abena Amoah, Nyawa Zulu, Helen Makanza,
Natasha Tshabalala, Lena Uakolda, Lerato Molefe, Helen hou, Ejidia kariuki,
Mirela Pujalt, Sifiso Lukhele, Lesego Thupayagale, Bikile Makhubela, Elsante
Nmzavz, Pedro Hongwana, , etc
Favourite
teacher/Most hilarious teacher?
Art Teacher: Mr Vand….(I can’t remember his
name, which begins with a ‘V’, but he was the art teacher in 1992, 1993)
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