By: Elizabeth Mwambulukutu and Annastazia Gura, co-founders of Hapo Zamani za Kale, Innovate and Learn grantees, Tanzania

Art is not static. Globalisation has seen the growth of technological advancements in various industries worldwide, and art is no exception. In this article we are sharing our experiences and highlights of the Kutoka Canvas Kwenda Digital [From Canvas to Digital] Workshop, facilitated by Annastazia Gura and Elizabeth Mwambulukutu, co-founders of Hapo Zamani za Kale.

Realising the challenge facing art and artists, renowned cartoonist and media personality Masoud Kipanya teamed up with the Hapo Zamani za Kale [Once Upon a Time] cultural storytelling project. Hapo Zamani za Kale was the winning initiative of the Tanzania NOW-Us! awards supported by a Voice Innovate and Learn grant. Masoud used his journey as an artist to support, mentor and inspire six young Tanzanian artists through a practical workshop that exposed them to new art practices beyond the canvas.

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