Thelmah Kutinyu's life reveals the power of heritage, the strength of resilience, and the way compassion can forge a new destiny.
An Artistic Inheritance
"Owning an Art Gallery was my destiny." Following in the footsteps of her father, Patrick Kutinyu – "the greatest artist I've lived to know" – art became Thelmah's nature.
A Journey of Resilience
Art was her anchor through life's changes, a constant thread connecting Zimbabwe to Malawi.
Compassion's Spark
Destiny arrived unexpectedly when children seeking fabric scraps sparked the fire that became Silver Bells Helping Hands. This is where her two worlds unite.
THELMAH'S STORY
Artistry Born of Africa: Sculptures & Jewelry with Moyo
"Born to artistic parents, I got my brain artistic and my hands crafty."
Explore creations where heritage meets handcraft, each piece carrying a story.
Feel the strength of stone and wood in sculptures echoing a Zimbabwean legacy. Discover the intricate light of jewelry capturing Malawi's spirit. Every creation is infused with 'Moyo' – the Shona word for Heart.
Moyo: the Shona word for Heart
Featured Works
Silver Bells: Nurturing Hope, Sparking Creativity
"Little children came to the shop... their need was clear... My passion for the children took over my life."
What began with children seeking scraps became a sanctuary. Silver Bells Helping Hands provides essential care, fosters learning, and celebrates the belief that "art is our culture." It’s a place infused with moyo – Heart.
Here, where "a child's presence is a whole world of art on its own," potential flourishes against the odds. Your appreciation of art at Moyo Art Galleries directly nurtures hope and creativity, helping these children build brighter futures.
Our Core Pillars of Impact
Care & Wellbeing
Nurturing children with essential healthcare, daily meals, and the warmth of 'Moyo' (Heart) at our core.
Learning & Growth
Opening doors through foundational education, literacy support, and skills for brighter tomorrows.
Creativity & Culture
Sparking imagination with art supplies, creative workshops, and celebrating culture as a source of strength.
Hope & Futures
Cultivating resilience and empowering each child to envision and build their own brighter future.
Moyo Art Galleries: A Dream Built on Partnership & Purpose
"The dream I had almost stopped looking for found me."
Moyo Art Galleries is more than my dream fulfilled – it's a platform with purpose, rooted in 'Moyo' (Heart). It sparked from a chance encounter with Tomasz during a Polish Medical Mission visit. Our connection grew into a partnership built on shared vision and his crucial support, launching the gallery I'd always longed for.
Together, we aim to share authentic African art globally, bridge cultures, and champion the children at Silver Bells Helping Hands. This is art with heart, reaching further.
