Once we were heroes attempts to respond to the lingering uncertainty brought about by the Covid-9 pandemic. The world appears to be on standby. References have been made to a "new normal", alluding to a future that is unknown.

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In recognising the complexities of the times, Once we were heroes attempts to acknowledge and celebrate the artists who have persevered and continued to produce artworks without the certainty of what will become of their produce, as the old normal would have “given” them. 

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The exhibition will feature artworks from such artists as Daniel Tladi,Poloko Madikong, Nicola Holgate, Phoka Nyokong, Kali Van Der Merwe, LebohangMotaung, Dimakatso Mathopa, Franz Phooko, Thalente Khomo, Mothobi Mefani,Themba Khumalo, Collen Maswanganyi, Tshegofatso Nkhumeleng, Cassian Robberzeand Lindo Zwane to mention but a few.  

The exhibition opened on 23 June 2021 at the NWU Art Gallery and closes on 5 August 2021. Click here to view it online.

In the OFM Art Beat, Yolanda Maartens chats to Nonto Sheryl Msomi about the exhibition. Listen to the podcast below.