Hi there! I’m Bongiwe Malepe, a South African visual artist and educator who loves exploring painting, sculpture, printmaking, and new media while sharing creative practice with learners. I’m passionate about nurturing curiosity, experimentation, and reflective thinking in both classroom settings and community projects, and I enjoy collaborating with students and fellow artists to make meaningful art that speaks to our world. I recently completed a BA in Visual Art and a PGCE in Visual Art & Creative Arts from the University of Johannesburg, and I’ve participated in international exchanges and community art initiatives. I’m excited to bring hands-on studio skills and teaching practice into future collaborations and projects that empower people to express themselves visually.

Bongiwe Malepe

Hi there! I’m Bongiwe Malepe, a South African visual artist and educator who loves exploring painting, sculpture, printmaking, and new media while sharing creative practice with learners. I’m passionate about nurturing curiosity, experimentation, and reflective thinking in both classroom settings and community projects, and I enjoy collaborating with students and fellow artists to make meaningful art that speaks to our world. I recently completed a BA in Visual Art and a PGCE in Visual Art & Creative Arts from the University of Johannesburg, and I’ve participated in international exchanges and community art initiatives. I’m excited to bring hands-on studio skills and teaching practice into future collaborations and projects that empower people to express themselves visually.

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Hi there! I’m Bongiwe Malepe, a South African visual artist and educator who loves exploring painting, sculpture, printmaking, and new media while sharing creative practice with learners. I’m passionate about nurturing curiosity, experimentation, and reflective thinking in both classroom settings and community projects, and I enjoy collaborating with students and fellow artists to make meaningful art that speaks to our world.

I recently completed a BA in Visual Art and a PGCE in Visual Art & Creative Arts from the University of Johannesburg, and I’ve participated in international exchanges and community art initiatives. I’m excited to bring hands-on studio skills and teaching practice into future collaborations and projects that empower people to express themselves visually.

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Advanced

Work Experience

Teaching Practicum: Visual Art and Creative Arts at National School of the Arts
July 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Completed teaching practicals as part of the PGCE program; Taught Visual Art and Creative Arts to high school learners; Assessed learner progress and provided individual feedback.
Teaching Practicum: Visual Art and Creative Arts at Roosevelt High School, Johannesburg
April 8, 2025 - April 25, 2025
Completed teaching practicals as part of the PGCE program; Taught Visual Art and Creative Arts to high school learners; Assessed learner progress and provided individual feedback.
Aro Parade Student Assistant at Brixton, Johannesburg
August 6, 2024 - August 8, 2024
Collaborated with a team to design and create art pieces from recycled materials for the Aro parade, promoting environmental awareness and sustainability.
Volunteer at Sci Bono Discovery Centre
July 18, 2024 - July 18, 2024
Assisted and guided students in creating a mural at the science and technology center.
Workshop Facilitator / Participant at Constitution Hill
March 8, 2024 - March 8, 2024
Engaged in an artwork-based workshop to support the Long Life Project's mission to combat stigma, hopelessness, and fear associated with HIV/AIDS.
Linocut Printmaking Workshop Participant at Abbots High School
March 8, 2025 - March 8, 2025
Participated in a printmaking workshop focused on linocut techniques; Guided Learners through the creative process, encouraging artistic expression and technical skills development.
Student Assistant at Aro Parade
August 6, 2024 - August 8, 2024
Collaborated with a team to design and create art pieces from recycled materials for the Aro parade, promoting environmental awareness and sustainability.

Education

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - Visual Art & Creative Arts at University of Johannesburg
February 10, 2025 - December 30, 2025
Bachelor of Arts (Bachelor’s degree in Visual Art) at University of Johannesburg
February 14, 2022 - December 30, 2025

Qualifications

Artificial Intelligence in the 4IR Short Learning Program
June 1, 2024 - June 21, 2024
African insights 15 Credits NQF Level 5, short learning program
June 1, 2024 - June 21, 2024
Financial Literacy - Be Money Wise, short learning program
June 1, 2024 - June 21, 2024
Certificate of Honor - Centre pour l UNESCO - Louis François International Art Competition, Artwork preserved in the Mémoires du futur Artothèque
March 3, 2019 - November 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Non-Profit Organization