ARTIST'S BIO
Abdul Rop is a multimedia artist known for his powerful woodcut prints and paintings. Born in 1993, Kipruto studied sociology and religion at Egerton University before turning his attention to art full-time.
After joining Brush Tu in 2016, Kipruto participated in numerous group exhibitions, including the Kenya Art Fair in 2016 and 2017, the “Art to End Slavery” show at Kobo Trust, and the Danish Embassy Cultural Day in 2016 and 2017. In addition, he has also exhibited his work at Brush Tu’s open studios and in the “Untitled” show at Polka Dot Gallery.
Kipruto’s work is deeply inspired by his background in sociology and religion, and often touches on themes of social justice and human rights. His powerful prints and paintings are a testament to his dedication to using art as a means of expression and activism.
Exhibitions
Other Exhibitions
2022
- African identities, AKKA Project Venice, Venice, Italy
- Walking the Edge, Afriart Gallery, Kampala, Uganda
2017
- Young Guns, Circle Art Gallery, Nairobi, Kenya
2017
- Young Guns, Circle Art Gallery, Nairobi, Kenya
ART FAIRS
2016
- Kenya Art Fair, Nairobi, Kenya
Awards
2025 – Prince Claus Fund, FELLOWS Award 2024
FEATURES & REVIEWS
BBC– Artists imagine a new utopia for Kenya’s capital
ArtAfrica – Artists in Nairobi create exhibition that challenges the idea of Utopia
Africa Science News – Artists and scientists in Nairobi search for ecological justice
The East African – ‘Lamu Space Station’ brings cosmic future back to earth
Fair Planet – Earth is all we’ve got: inside Nairobi’s space station
CNN – Spacesuit-clad artists come together to rewild Nairobi
BusinessDailyAfrica – Abdul Kiprop’s many milestones on self-discovery journey
Video FEATURES
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