Artist Biography
Joy Mwali, currently pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma with a
focus on Ceramics at Tshwane University of Technology in Pretoria, discovered
her passion for art during her primary years. Her journey began with entering
competitions and earning accolades. In high school, she achieved 1st place in
the sculpture category at the Annual Exhibition hosted by Pretoria High School
for Girls.
Having completed her National Diploma and Advance Diploma at
Tshwane University of Technology, Joy embraced opportunities to showcase her
work. Her artistic endeavours found platforms in three student exhibitions
organized by the Association of Art Gallery and “Ceramic Student Exhibition” at
The Viewing Room Art Gallery. Additionally, she actively participated in group
exhibitions like "Eggsibition", "Breaking the Bank" and
“Dysfunctional” at Johan Van Heerden Art Gallery, as well as "African
Stories" and “LOOK UP” at The Viewing Room Art Gallery. Joy's work gained
recognition in the Ceramic SA competition exhibition, and she was selected to
feature in an exhibition organized by Spier Wine Farm in Cape Town. A spirited,
hardworking, and intelligent artist, Joy Mwali strives to create visually
captivating pieces that convey meaningful messages to viewers. She views
working with ceramic as therapeutic, allowing her to craft beautiful vessels
while finding joy in the creative process. Her key takeaway from her artistic
journey emphasizes the importance of meticulousness in the creative process.
Joy believes that by diligently following each step of the artistic journey,
everything else falls seamlessly into place.
