Artists

The Creative Blockman supports local artists. This page features some of the incredible talent of Africa as well as international artists.

Maxime Manga

Cameroonian graphic artist Maxime Manga has become the illustration go-to for some of the biggest names on the planet: Adidas; The New Yorker; Adobe; The Academy – yes, that Academy in Hollywood that dishes out the Oscars.


His motto is "using diversity to create uniqueness." It's why his art often features portraits from underrepresented communities, in a digital collage of geometric shapes and stardust shades.

LUCAS BAMBO

Lucas is a self taught artist from Limpopo in his 50’s and doesn’t seem to be slowing down. He has developed his very unique linocut style over the past 30 years.


His patterns are prominent and soothing, and his subject matter reflects his own observations in his surroundings. They have a playful, honest immediateness about them.


Although he lives very isolated in the rural parts of Limpopo, he has traveled to Mexico and Switzerland for his exhibitions, and is currently working on a book illustrating commission with his linocuts.

Shepard Fairey

Shepard Fairey is an American contemporary street artist, graphic designer, and activist. Born on February 15, 1970, in Charleston, South Carolina, Fairey received his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration from the Rhode Island School of Design in 1992.


He gained widespread recognition for his iconic "Obey Giant" sticker campaign in the late 1990s. This image quickly became a symbol of anti-establishment rebellion and has since become one of the most recognizable street art motifs ever.


Fairey's work often blends pop art, graffiti, and propaganda elements to comment on social and political issues. He continues to produce new work and remains an influential figure in the street art and graphic design communities.

Caitlin Mkhasibe

Born in Johannesburg and residing in Cape Town, Caitlin makes illustrations on paper, clothes, and other recycled materials. She enjoys subjects of space, our relationship to animals and sound and believes we have a lot to learn from nature and that humans are not greater than it.


Besides creating art, Caitlin is also a drummer and percussionist for Cape Town-based experimental/noise/drone/post-rock ensemble Morning Pages. Sometimes she tries to mesh drawing and drumming together in her works.

Shan carmin

Shan Carmin is a self-taught, South African freelance artist. Her graphite/pen art comprises intricate detail and delicate shading. Using graphite pencils and pens, she creates stunning works of art that capture the beauty and complexity of the world around us. With every stroke of the pencil or pen, she brings her visions to life on paper, creating breathtaking and mesmerising pieces.

Troy Browne

Born in Nottingham, UK, Troy is a digital artist who specialises in a mixed media design style. His distinctive look and style have led him to collaborate all over the world including some of the worlds biggest brands.

Andy blank

Andy Blank Established 2019

Born and bred in Brooklyn, there are sources of inspiration constantly at my fingertips. Part of my method is using the city as a sound board for developing ideas to the final phase of production. It is important as an artist that I am involved in every step of the process. From the inception of the idea, the sourcing of materials, execution, and the final product.