To honour the occasion of the opening of his presentation Imbokodo at Bunbury Regional Art Gallery, ceramic artist Madoda Fani spoke to BRAG (Bunbury Regional Art Gallery) director Dr Michael Bianco, diving into his career, creative process, cultural influences and ceramic techniques.

Imbokodo, draws its inspiration from the Nguni word meaning "rock" or "stone," commonly used metaphorically to depict resilient women. Through his artistic expression, Fani celebrates the multifaceted essence of womanhood, as evidenced by five smoke-fired vessels bearing the names of five remarkable women. The title also alludes to Fani's chosen medium, clay, which originates from rock, embodying both solidity and fluidity, impermeability and malleability. Imbokodo serves as a representation of endurance, fragility, fertility and the finite nature of existence, echoing the resilience of both women and the Earth itself.

Listen to the whole discussion at this link.