Mozambican artist Fredy Uamusse once again highlighted his creative expression in Portugal, where he is representing the country artistically. On the day Mozambique celebrated 50 years of independence, Fredy shared a new work made with simple materials, presented on a traditional mat, depicting the first President of the Republic, Samora Moisés Machel.
“I present to you, new art on the treadmill presented in Portugal… I drew Samora Machel with simple fabric, and created a military fabric pattern ✊🏽🇲🇿”, wrote the artist, reporting the completion of the piece at that symbolic moment.
The coincidence between the sharing of the artwork and the historical milestone of 50 years of independence did not go unnoticed. Samora Machel, a central figure in the national liberation struggle, proclaimed Mozambique's independence on June 25, 1975, becoming a symbol of the sovereignty and self-determination of the Mozambican people.
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The choice of materials — simple fabrics and military patterns — and the traditional support of the mat give the work a visual language that connects the past to the present. Fredy's gesture shows how historical memory can be evoked in an accessible and authentic way, even from the diaspora.
At a time when many Mozambican artists are seeking venues outside the capital to showcase their talent, Fredy emphasizes that national identity continues to find expression abroad, without losing its connection to its roots.
