Artist Talk: Jimi Kabela - Amalgamation

About the Artist:

Jimi Kabela was born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1990. In pursuit of enhanced educational opportunities, Kabela and his family (11 siblings) relocated to the United States in 2000. He earned his BFA from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2021, and his MFA from Pratt Institute in 2023.

His artistic journey has been profoundly influenced by his global voyages, traversing various corners of the world. Having explored every continent except Antarctica and Australia, Kabela draws inspiration from these diverse cultural experiences. His creative focus encompasses a keen interest in typography, language, and the power of communication.

His work has been shown in Rockport, Texas; Arlington, Texas; and Dallas, Texas; Aspen, Colorado; as well as in New York, NY.