Fetlework “Fela” Tadesse

ETHIOPIA, ADDIS ABABA

was born in Addis Abeba and graduated from Entoto Technical and Vocational Education Training College with a diploma in Fine Arts specializing in sculpture in 2004. Later, she pursued painting at Addis Ababa University Ale School of Fine Arts and Design, where she obtained a Bachelor's Degree in painting in 2019, participating in various group exhibitions since. Her work has been presented at prestigious venues such as the Ethiopian National Theatre, Ethiopian National Museum, Ethiopian Royal Palace, Entoto Fine Arts Gallery, Post Gallery, Fendika Cultural Center and Investec Cape Town Art Fair in 2024. She has also been in publications including Addis Lessan and Ethiopian Herald’s “Women in Focus”.

“My artistic style is characterized by semi-realistic depictions using brush stroke techniques, often featuring self-portraits that reflect my attitude and daily life routine. I draw inspiration from observing everyday life, mundane patterns, body movements, fashion trends, and controversial ideas, which I then incorporate into my art through question and answer sessions within myself. Colors, forms, and body gestures serve as my key inspirations, allowing my exploration of anatomy and structure while painting emotions and attitudes.”

Fetlework “Fela” Tadesse

ETHIOPIA, ADDIS ABABA

was born in Addis Abeba and graduated from Entoto Technical and Vocational Education Training College with a diploma in Fine Arts specializing in sculpture in 2004. Later, she pursued painting at Addis Ababa University Ale School of Fine Arts and Design, where she obtained a Bachelor's Degree in painting in 2019, participating in various group exhibitions since. Her work has been presented at prestigious venues such as the Ethiopian National Theatre, Ethiopian National Museum, Ethiopian Royal Palace, Entoto Fine Arts Gallery, Post Gallery, Fendika Cultural Center and Investec Cape Town Art Fair in 2024. She has also been in publications including Addis Lessan and Ethiopian Herald’s “Women in Focus”.

“My artistic style is characterized by semi-realistic depictions using brush stroke techniques, often featuring self-portraits that reflect my attitude and daily life routine. I draw inspiration from observing everyday life, mundane patterns, body movements, fashion trends, and controversial ideas, which I then incorporate into my art through question and answer sessions within myself. Colors, forms, and body gestures serve as my key inspirations, allowing my exploration of anatomy and structure while painting emotions and attitudes.”

Fetlework “Fela” Tadesse

ETHIOPIA, ADDIS ABABA

was born in Addis Abeba and graduated from Entoto Technical and Vocational Education Training College with a diploma in Fine Arts specializing in sculpture in 2004. Later, she pursued painting at Addis Ababa University Ale School of Fine Arts and Design, where she obtained a Bachelor's Degree in painting in 2019, participating in various group exhibitions since. Her work has been presented at prestigious venues such as the Ethiopian National Theatre, Ethiopian National Museum, Ethiopian Royal Palace, Entoto Fine Arts Gallery, Post Gallery, Fendika Cultural Center and Investec Cape Town Art Fair in 2024. She has also been in publications including Addis Lessan and Ethiopian Herald’s “Women in Focus”.

“My artistic style is characterized by semi-realistic depictions using brush stroke techniques, often featuring self-portraits that reflect my attitude and daily life routine. I draw inspiration from observing everyday life, mundane patterns, body movements, fashion trends, and controversial ideas, which I then incorporate into my art through question and answer sessions within myself. Colors, forms, and body gestures serve as my key inspirations, allowing my exploration of anatomy and structure while painting emotions and attitudes.”