Mazola Wa Mwashighadi
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The late Mazola Wa Mwashighadi was born in 1964 in TaitaTaveta, Kenya. In 1997 he relocated to Kingston, and has since made Jamaica his home. He was a multi-talented artist, whose expressions varied in his use of found objects and a variety of materials. Paintings, sculptures, handmade bags, jewelry and functional art of interior and exterior decor, showcased his mastery of art and design. We will forever remember the warmth and love that Mazola exuded, as evidenced in his relationships with his family, children, friends and the larger art community. May he rest in eternal peace!
Condolences
Owen Blakka Ellis
Soar high King Mazola Thank you for the time, talent, and treasures that you brought to the world. I remember you as a brilliant creative with a humble and generous spirit. I remember you Godfather for my Jesse who you named Omweri. I remember you with love.
Michele Roache
Thankful for the unexpected reunion with you and a precious Cat after decades of my exiting the art scene. You were both so excited about your prospects and plans for the future as we spoke during those final months and up to that very last week. You died living in hope and giving in love. A talented, warm, caring, peaceful and guileless soul who walked this earth in uttermost beauty and humility. One of a kind! Treasure Beach and all your global environs will continually treasure the fond and lasting memories of your grace and goodwill to all men. Selah & AMEN!
Michele Roache
Thank you Mazola for the life lesson and "greater works" that will live on in your legacy. For God will work for good what man intended for evil. My one regret is that I never drew closer to partake even more of your amazing grace and truth during those 38 years that I knew you in Jamaica. But Father God will redeem the time in His eternity. One forever peace and love until we meet again!
Wendy Carpenter
I met Mazola during the period when he was doing his Fellowship at Edna Manley circa 1997. My sister Karen had met him and was so impressed with his work. He was charming and had so many stories about his exhibitions in London and Kenya. We kept in touch over the years and about 6 months ago we connected and he was amazed that I still had some of his work. I sent him photos of my collection . He was special and a talented artist - a fascinating storyteller. May his spirit live on and may he RIP. Wx
Roxann Walsh
In loving memory of MAZOLA WA MWASHIGHADI, a Kenyan/Jamaican artist. You brought a breath of fresh air when you came to live in my home community, the luminous Graig Hill, St. Andrew. You taught me how to paint my favorite childhood plant—the hibiscus—on a canvas. I will never forget one of the most unique sculpted mirrors I purchased at one of your art shows. “A mirror,” I mentally captioned, “looking beyond my imagination.” As I reflect on all the fun memories we shared in Jamaica and Miami, especially at the last art show we had together, Depth of Identity, tears have come to my eyes. Coincidentally, our last Instagram conversation was on November 29th, when you asked me to share your Community Art Healing Therapy Workshop, which would have been held on December 8th, 10th, 12th, and 13th. If I had known this would be goodbye, I would have been the first to say, rest in peace. You will always remain close to Jahmoye’s and my hearts. As Jahmoye reflected on the times spent with you, he said, “You were a nice man, and this world is nothing near peace and harmony when he thinks of your passing.”