My name is Aaron Kan Tamakloe
Born in 1989, Ghana. I do Painting, Mixed Media.
Where did you grow up?
Accra
Why did you become an artist?
It was my passion
How would you describe your own style?
Waves and patterns
What expectations were placed on you when you were a child?
It’s been always an artisan
What profession could you be in if you were not an artist?
Photography
Who is your favourite artist of all time and what is your favourite artwork of all time?
Amoako Boafo ( Hands up)
Which person outside art do you admire? And for what?
Van Gogh
What advice would you give to your younger self? (16-18 years old)
Is to be determined and keep pushing
What do you like about the culture you grew up in?
Their dance and movement
With which 3 people (dead or alive) would you like to spend a creative weekend?
Ablade Glover, Van Gogh and Otis
If you had to live in a different African city, not in the country where you were born or raised, which city would you pick and why?
Nigeria, the country is capable to push and support artist on another level, and of course they appreciate art.
What message would you want artists to hear right now?
Is to be patient, be spontaneous and keep experimenting with their practice.
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