Magala Emmanuel Eperu (b. 1999) is a Kampala-based multidisciplinary artist whose work roots itself in the fertile intersection of identity, nature, and human interdependence. Born in Kireka, his earliest artistic expressions emerged from childhood encounters with earth—sculpting forms from anthill mud, a practice that seeded his enduring dialogue with materials and environment. Now working across canvas, murals and textiles, Eperu crafts visual stories where realism meets abstraction, often weaving in crop motifs and organic patterns as symbols of abundance and the unbreakable bond between people and land. His textile works in particular explore traditional Ugandan craft techniques reimagined through contemporary narratives, creating tactile pieces that bridge heritage and modern artistry.
Eperu’s practice is both homage and provocation—a call to witness the quiet dialogues between soil, fabric, and survival. By abstracting familiar agricultural elements across diverse mediums, from painted canvases to dyed textiles, he disrupts conventional readings of prosperity and cultural identity. His textile works layer meaning through pattern and texture, much like his paintings build stories through brushstrokes. Whether through the meticulous detail of a portrait, the expansive gesture of a mural, or the rhythmic folds of fabric art, Eperu’s work vibrates with the energy of growth and transformation. With each piece, he cultivates a space where art becomes a mirror for humanity’s shared dependence on—and responsibility to—both natural and cultural ecosystems, sowing seeds of reflection that transcend borders.
