The Artists

Upon traveling to Africa for fun and adventure, we discovered and captured something even more compelling. The African people are truly wonderful and caring, and among many of them, they harvest a raw talent of exceptional artistic abilities. Many of these individuals have had limited schooling much less training or education in the school of art. They have developed an innate sense of creating exquisite sculptures from wood, soapstone and metal as well as fine baskets and linens from straw and cloth. These people struggle daily to provide for their families. It seemed natural to present them with a platform to demonstrate their artistic talents and take care of their families. African Dreams is proud to help these gifted individuals and share their beautiful artwork.

This is Zimbabwe

Shirley Moore - Nivek

Her love for flowers and animals inspired artist Shirley Moore to produce ceramics in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. Shirley's vision had a humble beginning with only six employees and a tiny, cramped studio. However, despite these deplorable economic conditions, within eighteen months, Nivek Ceramics grew to a staff of over sixty employees, including forty gifted artists from all over Zimbabwe.

Brenda or "Lalila"

Brenda was born in Mutare, Zimbabwe and currently lives in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. Her love of the African bush and wildlife originates from her childhood. Her earliest memories are from her first home, constructed with log walls and dung floors where she vividly recalls the sounds of the wilds and the beating of tribal drums.

Peter Gray

Zimbabwe born, Peter Gray's paintings and sculptures capture the rugged beauty, power and magical mystery of Africa, its warm flavour of the peoples and its abundant wildlife. Sculptures are produced in bronze and pure silver, each piece being signed and numbered as limited editions.

John Banovich

John Banovich is among the most renowned wildlife artists in the United States, and his art is appreciated by collectors internationally. He specializes in large oil paintings of animals from around the world. Banovich is talented, prolific and dedicated--both to his art and to preserving the wild places where the animals live.

WOOD CARVERS

There are many wood carvers represented at The Baobab Tree & African Dreams. These fine artisans, like so many in Africa, struggle each day to support their families. We have a beautiful selection of wood carved pieces to suit your individual decorating style.