On this day 25 years ago Nelson Mandela was finally set free from prison in South Africa. He emerged an older, frailer man, but his spirit remained unbroken after 27 years of gruelling captivity—testament alone to his tremendous strength of character.
Mandela was elected President of South Africa in 1994. And worked together with predecessor F.W. de Klerk to dismantle apartheid, the legal framework of racial segregation that had dominated the daily lives of South Africans for over half a century. An achievement for which the two statesmen shared the Nobel Peace Prize.
At this time of great change Mandela created a climate of reconciliation between white and black South Africans, a spirit of forgiveness, his legacy to us today, and one that we ignore at our peril.
Nelson Mandela was a great humanitarian, and the voice of reason in a turbulent world. I truly felt a deep sense of loss when he passed away in 2013, a sense of loss which was shared by millions.
Without Madiba the world seems a much colder place.
Media: Ink, acrylic, and chalk.
Wow it is amazing!
Thanks :-D
Just found your blog and I love it! I’ve nominated you for a Liebster Award. I hope you enjoy answering the interview questions! (They can be found here). Happy Blogging!
Thanks Julie :-D I’ll have to think about that one. Best, Russell.
Haha no pressure :) Loving your work though!
That’s such an amazing picture of an amazing man! You’ve really helped me with my own drawings (not on the blog) in terms of my sense of colour and line, so thank you- and definatley carry on drawing… you have a great gift for it.
Thanks Rima :-D Best, Russell.
What an amazing tribute! Thanks for sharing your amazing work
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Thanks! And you’re welcome, Russell.
I love that you provide a background illustration to your illustrations. It gives your art deeper meaning :)
Thanks for commenting Sofea, I’m glad you approve :-D Best, Russell.
Oh and do feel free to visit my poetry blog when you get the chance. :)
I´ll do that Nomzi. Hope you are feeling good in Norge, Russell.
Super. Yes yes, the sun is back, how about you?
Perfect timing Russell :)
Yes, I´m trying to plan better ;-)
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Nicely written…Thumbs up!!!
Thanks Deepu! Best, Russell.
WOW this is so quirky and funky, well done!!!
Thanks! That’s great feedback ;-D Russell.
You are really talented. What a great realistic portrait. Who is your favorite person that you have done a portrait on?
Thanks. That’s a good question, I’ll have to think about it, and get back to you…
Wonderful tribute Russell.
Thank you Sharon, drawing seems more straightforward than writing. I’m glad you thought I did him justice, Russell.
Really good.
Thanks Kumar, and thank you for commenting. Best, Russell.
This is a lovely portrait
Thanks Rosie :-)
Image and commentary captures the beauty of this honorable man.
Thanks Jots, if only there were more people like him in politics. Russell.