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Yavetsi Kevogo, known professionally and artistically as Kevogowildlife, is a Kenyan African wildlife artist and sculptor based in Nairobi, Kenya. Grounded in a strong tradition of fine art. Yavetsi earned his formal training at the BuruBuru Institute of Fine Arts (BIFA), graduating in 2017. Working primarily with acrylics and oils, as well as three-dimensional sculptural media, Yavetsi’s practice focuses on realism, intricate detail, and expressive depictions of African fauna and local tribal heritage. His work explores themes of environmental conservation, the protection of endangered species, and the deep historical and cultural interconnectedness between humanity and the natural world. Through atmospheric depth, carefully observed animal behavior, and rich texture, Kevogowildlife creates immersive visual experiences designed to celebrate East Africa’s natural heritage while advocating for its preservation.

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Profile Overview

“My practice centers on the raw, unfiltered narratives of African wildlife and the human experience, exploring how our deep-rooted history continues to shape contemporary culture. Rather than viewing nature and humanity as separate entities, I dive into the untold stories, cultural traditions, and historical connections often overlooked in mainstream recordings. Through realistic wildlife painting, sculpture, and multi-medium projects, I aim to capture not just the physical form of my subjects, but the living spirit, resilience, and profound interplay between Africa’s wildlife and its people.”

Artistic Identity: 

Kevogowildlife

Core Disciplines

Painting (Acrylics & Oils), Wildlife Sculpture, Public & Web Art Installations

Primary Themes

African Wildlife Conservation, Cultural Heritage, Historical Relevance in Contemporary Culture

Base of Operations:

Nairobi, Kenya

Education

BuruBuru Institute of Fine Arts (BIFA)
Nairobi, Kenya
Graduated: 2017

Exhibition/Press

A solo exhibition featuring my recent abstract works. Some of the paintings are available for sale on my online shop.

Abstraction

A solo exhibition featuring my recent abstract works. Some of the paintings are available for sale on my online shop.

/ March 2022

An exhibition of my splash series at New York Gallery. You can get the digital prints on my shop.

Splash

An exhibition of my splash series at New York Gallery. You can get the digital prints on my shop.

/ Nov 2021

The Lost City exhibition depicts the life of an urban city and busy people. The show took city at New York.

The Lost City

The Lost City exhibition depicts the life of an urban city and busy people. The show took city at New York.

/ Aug 2021

/ Fine Art & Custom Painting

I specialize in original wildlife and cultural fine art, capturing the spirit and intricate detail of Africa’s fauna and human heritage through acrylics and oils. Every piece balances fine detail with atmospheric depth, bringing the raw beauty and conservation narratives of the natural world to life. 

/ Commercial Commissions 

I can be commissioned for commercial projects such as wall art, advertisements, home staging art, and more. Since every art is unique, so it can be difficult to estimate its value. Contact me for a quote.

/ Personal Projects & Private Instruction

I also do personal projects such as home wall art, custom painting, 1-on-1 art class/tutor, and art critics/reviews. Note that personal projects can not be used for distribution without consent.

Aw- ards

I’m an award winning artist based in New York. Here are some of the awards I’ve received. I have also done numerous art exhibitions including solo and with other artists.

Design

Adobe award for 2021

First place, honorable award

Awwwards web award

Second place of the day

Animation design

Awarded for the best animation

Web 4.0 Award

Best design of Web 4.0

Exhibition

Abstraction

Solo exhibition of my personal works

Splash

Exhibited at New York Gallery

The Lost City

Urban busy lifestyle series

NYC Art Show

Participated in the 2020 NYC art show