Mary Sibande
Mary Sibande is a prominent South African artist recognized for her evocative works that explore themes of identity, gender, and the African experience. As a co-founder of Occupying the Gallery alongside her husband Lawrence Lemaoana, she plays a key role in supporting emerging artists and fostering experimental approaches to art presentation.
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Recent news mentions
Mary Sibande was awarded the SBYA in 2013.
Standard Bank Art Lab Celebrates 40 Years of SBYA With a New ‘SBYA Visual Art 1984 – Now’ Blockbuster Exhibition – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-10-21
Mary Sibande's works were included in the exhibition curated by Tshegofatso Seoka that focused on black womanhood.
Curating a new African consciousness at Unisa Art Gallery – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-09-12
Featuring transfers from artists such as Mary Sibande in the exhibition.
Diary: Kamyar Bineshtarigh’s Group Show to open at Southern Guild this August, Don Toliver part of 2025 DStv Delicious line up and Apples releases MagicSouth Africa· 2025-08-17
Mary Sibande explores the intersection of race, gender and labor in South Africa with her sculptural depictions of the apron-wearing 'Sophie'.
Is this the most political fashion item ever?
United States· 2025-06-26
Mary Sibande is a fellow artist who co-founded Occupying The Gallery with her husband.
When art breaks the frame – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-02-28
