Ronald Lolo Kegomoditswe
Ronald Lolo Kegomoditswe (born 1994), also known as RonDeArtist, is a Botswana visual artist. His practice includes mixed media painting, portraiture and mural work, often drawing on social and cultural themes from Botswana life. He has exhibited at several national art platforms, community projects and his works are held in public and private collections in Botswana and abroad.
His work has been featured in major exhibitions such as Motlhala (2021, Thapong Visual Arts Centre) and the solo show Come and See My Blue (2024, Gaborone). His practice blends abstract and figurative elements, with an emphasis on layered colour and texture.
Early life and education
Kegomoditswe was born in Selebi-Phikwe and raised in Sefhophe, Botswana. He began drawing at an early age together with his twin sister, initially sketching on the ground before developing his interest in school art programmes. After completing secondary education, he continued to pursue art independently in Selebi Phikwe.
Career
Exhibitions
Kegomoditswe has participated in solo and group exhibitions in Botswana, including:
- The Life of an Artist (2016, Selebi Phikwe)
- The Genesis (2016, solo exhibition)
- Motlhala (2021, Thapong Visual Arts Centre, Gaborone)
- Blanket (2021, series of works inspired by his upbringing)
- Francistown Art Meeting (2021, group exhibition)
- Thapong Artist of the Year (2020, group exhibition)
- Ke Dinaledi ( 9 June 2022, Gaborone) a collaborative exhibition with fellow artist Prince Tom featuring new works from both artists.
- Come and See my Blue (December 14, 2024, Gaborone), a solo exhibition marking a decade as a full-time artist, curated by Mother K Masire. The show explores themes of emotion and identity through the color blue.
- Beyond My Blue (May 31, 2024, Maun), a sequel to earlier "Blue" exhibitions, exploring emotional narrative through color.
He has also contributed works to fundraising exhibitions, including events supporting medical treatment initiatives alongside other artists such as Wilson Ngoni.
Artistic style
Kegomoditswe’s practice includes contemporary drawing, painting, commissioned portraits and large-scale murals. His works often explore abstract and semi-abstract forms, with an emphasis on colour and layered brushwork. His pieces span mural works, portraiture, commissioned art and more conceptual painting.
Philanthropy and community engagement
He has actively participated in philanthropic art exhibitions, including fundraisers for medical treatment initiatives such as a campaign supporting an individual named Molaodi alongside other notable artists like Wilson Ngoni.
Collections
His artworks have been acquired by government institutions and private collectors in Botswana, as well as internationally in countries such as South Africa, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Lesotho.