The just ended Shoko Festival saw people from different societal fabrics converging in one place to enjoy a delicacy of various art forms.
However, whenever something that big happens, people tend to overlook the efforts made by some individuals.
Paul Kurura is one individual whose tremendous effort and works made the biggest difference for the festival and for those that attended.
Kurura, an artist in his own right created the symbolic Shoko and Youtopia art pieces that were on display through out the festival.
His designs were a major attraction to festival goers. Pictures taken by people with the artifacts in the background have been used authenticate that indeed one attended the three day fete.
“I am 50 years old and I have been an artist all my life. The journey to become an artist was inspired by Mrs Moyana who taught me ceramic pottery when I was still very young and since then I have never looked back”, said Kurura.
The multitalented crafts man is also an electrician and an interior designer. It is through his craftsmanship that he has managed to fend for his four children.
“Formal Jobs are difficult to come by these days and most young people of today only want white collar jobs. My advice to them is to also learn as many crafts as they can because you never know what can save your life one day”, Kurura advised.
Shoko Festival Director, Cde Fatso acknowledged Kurura’s works and their value.
“We are really happy with the stunning designs. These have become real iconic symbols of the festival,” said Cde Fatso.
