Sungi Mlengeya

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Whether infused by movement or stillness, Mlengeya's black-and-white portrait paintings radiate both power and peace Born in 1991 in Dar es Salaam, Sungi Mlengeya captures the esse nce of Black womanhood in her haunting monochromatic acrylic portraits. The meticulously painted figures are set against a minimalist white background, creating a striking contrast that emphasizes skin texture and form. Her portraits, whether infused by movement or stillness, radiate both power and peace, offering the viewer intimate moments of strength and serenity. In this first monograph dedicated to Mlengeya, the curator Tandazani Dhlakama brilliantly analyzes how African, Black and feminist conditions are intertwined in her work, and the intimate conversation between Sungi and her model, Jemima Michael, takes us behind the scenes of a work in the making. Publisher: Skira Paris (Aug 26, 2025) Language: English Hardcover: 144 pages ISBN-13; 9782370742667 Item Weight: 2.3 pounds Dimensions: 11.2 x 0.8 x 9.6 inches BISAC Categories: Arts & Hobbies Show more