{"id":29837,"date":"2023-07-01T16:56:16","date_gmt":"2023-07-01T16:56:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/botswana\/all-news\/motoloki-and-samson-the-artists-behind-diamonds-of-botswana-stamps"},"modified":"2023-07-01T17:09:32","modified_gmt":"2023-07-01T17:09:32","slug":"motoloki-and-samson-the-artists-behind-diamonds-of-botswana-stamps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/botswana\/all-news\/motoloki-and-samson-the-artists-behind-diamonds-of-botswana-stamps","title":{"rendered":"Motoloki and Samson: The Artists Behind \u201cDiamonds of Botswana\u201d Stamps"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Botswana. <\/strong><\/span>Fine artist Totang Motoloki and graphic designer Monkgogi Samson are the creatives whose expertise and dedication have ensured that each stamp issue of \u201cDiamonds of Botswana\u201d encapsulates the spirit and significance of Botswana\u2019s heritage.<\/b><\/p>\n

Their creativity has resulted in a stamp issue that is not only visually captivating but also conveys the profound impact of the diamond industry on the nation\u2019s growth.<\/p>\n

\u201cI would like to extend my gratitude to the talented graphic designer, art advisor and artist who have brought these stamps to life,\u201d said the CEO of BotswanaPost, Cornelius Ramatlhakwane.<\/p>\n

Cherished <\/b><\/p>\n

\u201cTheir creativity and vision have transformed the ideas and narratives behind each stamp into tangible works of art that will be cherished by stamp collectors and enthusiasts around the world for years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n

Totang Motoloki was born and bred in Goo Tau, a small village in the Central District. He has been drawing since his Cambridge O Level years and has participated in many exhibitions, including \u201cSoul of Africa\u201d (South Africa 2005), Barclays L\u2019Atelier (South Africa), and President\u2019s Day Exhibitions (2008-2017).<\/p>\n

Thapong<\/b><\/p>\n

He won second prize in the Thapong Awards in 2020. This is the third set of BotswanaPost stamps that Motoloki has illustrated, the first being, \u201cOwls of Botswana \u2013 African Scops Owl\u201d and \u201cInvertebrates of the Kalahari No.3 Arachnids II: Scorpions.\u201d<\/p>\n

Monkgogi Samson is a native of Palapye in the Central District. He graduated with a B Tech Degree in Graphic Design from Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa. Samson has been working as a visual and brand communications designer for over 11 years, designing for corporates, non-profits, academia, the government and the private sector.<\/p>\n

Vibrant artistic traditions<\/b><\/p>\n

Speaking at the launch of the latest definitive issue of BotswanaPost recently, the Minister of Communications, Knowledge and Technology, Thulagano Segokgo, said featuring the remarkable artwork of creative artists on the stamps does not only pay homage to their talent but also promotes vibrant artistic traditions.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou the artists are a beacon of our country, expressing our unique identity through your art,\u201d he said. \u201cIt is beyond doubt that incorporating your work into stamp production, we not only honour your talent but also provide you with a platform to showcase your artistry to the world.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Botswana. Fine artist Totang Motoloki and graphic designer Monkgogi Samson are the creatives whose expertise and dedication have ensured that each stamp issue of \u201cDiamonds of Botswana\u201d encapsulates the spirit and significance of Botswana\u2019s heritage. 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