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Self-taught Khayelitsha sketch artist finds peace in art

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Meet Leeroy Mackolisky, a self-taught artist living in Khayelitsha. The 23-year-old spends his days drawing portraits at Khayelitsha mall, find out what inspires him to continue with his art.

Mackolisky moved to South Africa from Zimbabwe just four months ago, and already has his sites set on helping educate youth in his community about visual art.

After drawing a photo for his step-mom one year ago, the artist realised he had a talent, he now hopes to become a professional artist. Watch.

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