Truman Roitwavholugaho Matamela
Summary
Innovative Doctor of Philosophy candidate in Art and Design, skilled in academic research and collaborative creative projects. Expertise in sculptural methods, drawing techniques, and critical analysis enhances experiential learning. Focused on driving artistic innovation and effective communication to support conceptual development.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Co-Supervisor
Volunteer position at the Wits School of Education
Johannesburg
02.2026 - 08.2026
- Co-supervise a master's dissertation, supporting proposal writing and research development.
- Edited grammar and clarified writing during drafts and revisions to improve overall quality and coherence.
- Recommended literature sources to deepen understanding of key research concepts, including relevant journals and article databases.
Curator
Faculty of art, architecture and design
Johannesburg
02.2026 - 06.2026
- Enhanced exhibition presentation by collaborating with students to develop and refine their curation concepts.
Sculpture Tutor
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
02.2026 - 06.2026
- Tutored students in one-to-one and small-group sculpture sessions, enhancing skills in mould making and casting.
- Practised mould making and casting techniques, fostering progressive learning outcomes in students.
- Tracked progress and reported outcomes from each tutoring session, ensuring effective learning and development.
Master's in Visual Art Research Co-Supervisor
Faculty of art, architecture and design
Johannesburg
02.2025 - 06.2026
- Guided master’s students in academic research writing and practice, fostering their development and engagement.
- Facilitated development of conceptual sketches with students, aligning visual ideas with their research interests and enhancing project depth.
- Offered tailored reading recommendations and constructive feedback across sculpture, painting, installation, and drawing, enriching students' artistic perspectives.
- Reviewed draft dissertations and assisted with clear edits.
- Edited and proofread written pieces before submission, correcting grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD in Art and Design
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, GP01-2028
High School Diploma -
Phaswana Secondary School
Thohoyandou, South Africa12-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Fine Arts
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, South Africa11-2023
Master of Arts - Masters in Visual Arts
University of Johannesburg
Auckland Park, South Africa01-2025
Skills
- Sculptural methods expertise
- Concept development
- Artworks analysis
- Proficient in drawing techniques
- Exhibition curation
- Academic research
- Editing and proofreading
- Research synthesis
- Student development
- Student mentoring
- Understanding of artistic principles
- Collaborative teamwork
- Communication skills
- Prioritisation techniques
- Prioritisation techniques
Accomplishments
- Artificial Intelligence in the 4IR (SLP)
- South African Reserve Bank Art Scholarship (2024)
- Sculpture Commission for the Peace Symposium – Johannesburg 2023: Peacemaking at the Intersection of Culture, Art, and Nature
- Certificate of First Class in Fine Arts (2022)
- Certificate of First Class in Fine Arts (2022)
- Certificate of First Class in Fine Arts (2020)
- Certificate of First Class in Drawing and Contemporary Practice (2020)
High School Awards
- Recipient of Merit Certificate for outstanding performance in Physical Sciences, Semester 1, 2018.
- Recipient of Merit Certificate for outstanding performance in Geography, Semester 1, 2018.
- Recipient of Merit Certificate for outstanding overall performance, Semester 1, 2018.
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Tshivenda
Advanced
C1
Xhosa
Elementary
A2
Zulu
Elementary
A2
Interests
- Poetry writing
- Sculpture
- Drawing
- Reading
- Writing
- Editing
Timeline
Co-Supervisor
Volunteer position at the Wits School of Education
02.2026 - 08.2026
Curator
Faculty of art, architecture and design
02.2026 - 06.2026
Sculpture Tutor
University of Johannesburg
02.2026 - 06.2026
Master's in Visual Art Research Co-Supervisor
Faculty of art, architecture and design
02.2025 - 06.2026
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD in Art and Design
University of Johannesburg
High School Diploma -
Phaswana Secondary School
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Fine Arts
University of The Witwatersrand
Master of Arts - Masters in Visual Arts
University of Johannesburg