early life and exile charles sekano, a south african artist born in 1953 in johannesburg, has led a life marked by exile and artistic expression. at the age of 11, sekano left south africa, eventually settling in kenya for three years. this period significantly influenced his development as a visual artist and jazz musician. artistic themes and style sekano's work often explores themes of identity, race, and politics in south africa. his drawings, such as multiple segregated faces (2003), showcase his unique blend of bohemian and multiracial influences. the pastel colors and intimate scenes o…