Nairobi, July 10 -- Thaddeus Wamukoya, or Tewa as he is popularly known, first made a name for himself as a gallery manager, a role he held for three years. It was during this time that he learnt about curatorial work and built networks with artists, experiences that led to the establishment of Tewas and Patrons in March 2019.

A mobile independent gallery, Tewas and Patrons showcases its work wherever it finds a domicile, marking a bold departure from the dominance of traditional galleries and spaces that have long been the hallmark of Kenya's art scene.

The move, however, did not happen by chance. It was influenced by what Tewa described as burnout from working in a space that consistently showcased the same work by the same artists be...