School dropout makes money in painting
Jul 29, 2015
A 28-year-old, Moses Sserwabwe, a resident of Kyetume in Mukono district has inner experience in paintings for decorations. He had a chat with Glorias Musiime about his experience.
By Glorias Musiime
A 28-year-old, Moses Sserwabwe, a resident of Kyetume in Mukono district has inner experience in paintings for decorations. He had a chat with Glorias Musiime about his experience.
When did you start painting?
I started painting in primary four at Kyetume SDA primary school. I drew a sculpture which earned me a name. From that day I started believing in myself.
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Where did you get the inspiration?
From my father, the late Fire Black Sserwadda who was an artist. He looked after his family with his artistry.
What happened after primary level?
I actually wanted to drop out while in primary four but my father advised me to finish high school and learn everything about Art. So I stopped in senior six.
Did you keep the art practice while at school?
Yes, I was molding sculptures in senior one, painting pictures and selling them. That was 2008.
How much capital did you start with?
It was only sh20, 000. I used it to buy paints. I then had support from my brother who was bringing me cement papers, he was an engineer.
How was the market?
My relatives were helping me in marketing my work. I was also sharing it with my friends on how I make them. It was hard for them to believe me but later, they accepted.
What materials do you use?
I get clay, mix it with water, mold it according to what I want to make. I let it dry on controlled sunshine. It takes about 3 days to dry.
I mix the colors according to what I want to pant and start painting. After its dries, I do finishing. Each object is supposed to be painted two times.
I use cassava flour which works as glue.
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What items do you make?
Paw paws, passion fruits, pineapples, oranges, avocados, weaver birds, pots, stems, and yellow bananas, interior and exterior, fountains among others.
How have you benefited from it?
I have bought a plot of land. I’m rearing chicken and I take care of myself with everything I want as a youth.