Saturday, April 25, 2026 · No. 114
Artist Profile

Berry Bickle

Berry Bickle is a Zimbabwean multimedia artist known for her installations and mixed-media works that explore themes of colonial history, memory, and the movement of people across borders.

Biography

Born in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, Berry Bickle pursued her formal artistic training in South Africa, earning a national diploma in fine arts from the Durban Institute of Technology and a master's degree in fine arts from Rhodes University. Early in her career, she established her presence in the regional art scene as a founding member of the Visual Artists' Association in Bulawayo.

Bickle’s practice frequently incorporates found objects, archival materials, and digital media to investigate the intersections of personal and collective history. Her work often addresses the complexities of identity and the legacy of colonial structures within the African continent, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach to create immersive environments.

Currently based in Maputo, Mozambique, Bickle maintains an active international profile, participating in various exhibitions that examine the socio-political landscapes of Southern Africa. Her work continues to be recognized for its nuanced engagement with historical narratives and the physical traces of the past.

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