Women behind the lens: ‘This is how I see Zimbabwe – thriving in the face of challenges’

Women behind the lens: ‘This is how I see Zimbabwe – thriving in the face of challenges’

Photographer Tamary Kudita chose this location for its lotus flowers, which produce beautiful blooms despite difficult living conditions

I took this image, titled Lotus, of Rosebud Tsikira – a model, award-winning makeup artist and colleague – in a recreational park in Harare, Zimbabwe. I chose the location because the lotus flower emerges here from murky waters and, despite difficult living conditions, produces beautiful blooms.

This is how I view Zimbabwe and our people because we are inherently strong and resourceful. We have a deep well of creativity and perseverance that allows us to thrive even in the face of challenges.

Tamary Kudita is a fine art photographer who has exhibited in Zimbabwe and internationally. Her work explores ideas of race, representation and post-colonial identity. See more of her work on Instagram

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