Inspired by the shortest two-word poem by Mohammed Ali, “Me, We”, it emphasizes the importance asocial interaction as a fundamental component of our social structure and prioritizing one’s identity before pursuing shared objectives.Gumada, an evidently self-curated artist, challenges social norms and critiques society by effortlessly being authentic to himself and his practice, While Nxumalo advocates for social issues through the use of graphic cityscapes and social activism.

The paintings and drawings presented in this iteration sow the seed for an open intergenerational conversations between Nxumalo and Gumada, and advocate for self-realization and intentional connection with others.