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Till The End
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Description

This visceral and dynamic charcoal drawing, titled "Till The End," is a powerful allegory for the my relentless struggle and ultimate victory over the demands of my own craft.


The drawing captures two figures locked in an intense, primal embrace of conflict particularly in a sports fight. The darkly rendered figure, representing me, dominates the scene with an overwhelming, muscular force. He is locked in a fierce battle with the lighter figure, who is being driven down. Upon closer examination, the word "ART" is subtly visible on the opposing figure, revealing the true nature of the confrontation.


This is not a battle against an external foe, but a depiction of the internal, agonizing fight an artist wages against the technical challenges, creative blocks, and demanding standards of their profession. It is the struggle to master the medium, to articulate a vision, and to push past every perceived limitation.


"Till The End" celebrates the hard-won triumph that comes from enduring this constant creative wrestling match. It affirms that true artistic success is achieved only through sheer will, determination, and the commitment to fight for one's vision until the very last stroke.

20mm satin black wood frame with single white mount (80mm) | Framed

Size: 28" x 20" (70cm x 50cm)

On display Wimbledon gallery

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The Artist

Samuel Mugerwa

Samuel Mugerwa (Ugandan, b. 2005) is a young emerging artist whose practice is a direct response to the visual poetry of contemporary life experiences. He translates fleeting interactions, community dynamics and observed moments into compelling narratives. Mugerwa works primarily in painting and drawing, utilizing the raw contrast and immediacy of graphite and charcoal to capture the world around him. His work is characterized by motion-filled strokes that instil his subjects with vibrant energy. His process seeks to uncover the profound within the immediate life experiences, elevating the lived experience through a lens of expressive detail.

A central tenet of Mugerwa's art is the conscious encouragement of the viewer, creating a positive connection, prompting reflections and affirmations with the audience. His art acts as a mirror, elevating the ordinary to inspire a deeper engagement with life's subtle truths.
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