Born in 1996, Alvin Lungu, is a Zambian multidisciplinary visual artist working in different artistic mediums, such as painting, sculpture, installation to express his creative vision. His work may involve a diverse range of materials and techniques, reflecting their exploration of cultural themes. He often explores the concept of cultural identity, examining the ways in which individuals and communities define themselves within a broader cultural context. Alvin draws his inspiration from his own heritage, traditions, and experiences, as well as explore the intersections of different cultures and their influences. Rites of passage are also a central theme in his work. Alvin explore rituals and ceremonies associated with important life transitions, such as birth, coming of age, marriage, or death. Through his artistic expression, he tries capture the symbolism, emotions, and significance of these rites, shedding light on their cultural and spiritual dimensions. Ancestral spirituality is another prominent theme in Lungu s work. He is mainly inspired from indigenous or traditional belief systems, myths, folklore, or ancestral wisdom to explore the connection between the past and present. Through his artistic creations, Alvin seeks to honor and preserve ancestral knowledge, highlight spiritual practices, and invite reflection on our relationship with the past and its influence on our lives.
Alvin Lungu
Born in 1996, Alvin Lungu, is a Zambian multidisciplinary visual artist working in different artistic mediums, such as painting, sculpture, installation to express his creative vision. His work may involve a diverse range of materials and techniques, reflecting their exploration of cultural themes. He often explores the concept of cultural identity, examining the ways in which individuals and communities define themselves within a broader cultural context. Alvin draws his inspiration from his own heritage, traditions, and experiences, as well as explore the intersections of different cultures and their influences. Rites of passage are also a central theme in his work. Alvin explore rituals and ceremonies associated with important life transitions, such as birth, coming of age, marriage, or death. Through his artistic expression, he tries capture the symbolism, emotions, and significance of these rites, shedding light on their cultural and spiritual dimensions. Ancestral spirituality is another prominent theme in Lungu s work. He is mainly inspired from indigenous or traditional belief systems, myths, folklore, or ancestral wisdom to explore the connection between the past and present. Through his artistic creations, Alvin seeks to honor and preserve ancestral knowledge, highlight spiritual practices, and invite reflection on our relationship with the past and its influence on our lives.