Marc Makalu
Marc Makalu Ndombasi is a visual artist from Kinshasa, DR Congo, where he lives and works. Inspired by comic books from a young age, his passion for art led him to study at the Institut des Beaux-Arts and the Académie des Beaux-Arts de Kinshasa, specializing in painting.
His work blends realism with quiet introspection, portraying intimate yet universal moments. With a refined technique and muted palette, Marc explores themes like memory, presence, and social injustice - including child labor, resource exploitation, and silenced voices across Africa.
Through subtle gestures and symbolic detail, his paintings reflect the emotional and political layers of everyday life.