Lydia Mugambi

Lydia was born in Kampala, Uganda in 1939, she graduated with a certificate in Fine Art at Makerere and London Universities. She is now a competent sculptor, painter and graphic artist.

Her strength lies in ink sketching of moving figures. In her oil paintings she shows a strong sensitivity for space and perspectives; for example she depicts the bright colours of African landscapes and the same time leaves a possibility for the viewer's desire to go into the painters subject.

Her profession allows her as a teacher in traditional art and crafts at Makerere University (she is familiar with the use of natural pigments and materials), to contribute significantly to the Ugandan craft market.

Exhibitions:

Artworks (Click the pictures to see an enlargement):

1. "Faces" (1995) - Oil / Board - 60 x 60 cm
2. "Green Village" (1995) - Oil / Canvas - 91 x 116 cm
3. "Water Tank" (1995) - Oil / Canvas - 70 x 100 cm