Phatsoane Henney New Breed

In 2023 Linde entered the Phatsoane Henney New Breed competition, where his artwork A Harvest of Hope was the runner up. He was also the first winner of the new digital category award.

This digital media artwork embarks on a journey through time and scripture to cast a contemporary mirror upon the age-old narrative of sin and redemption. It is a reinterpretation of the biblical tale of Eve's transgression, an exploration that both exposes the historical paradox within religious teachings and parodies the consequences of exclusion.

This digital painting breathes new life into the iconic imagery of The Last Supper, broadcasting the persistent struggle faced by the LGBTQ+ community and others who have been ostracised from religious congregations.

Central to the artwork are apples, symbolising the original sin. When scanned, they come alive, broadcasting AI-generated poems that convey both the emotionlessness of these divisive decisions and the potential for transformation.

It challenges us to recognise that in isolating and persecuting any group, the church itself takes a bite from the forbidden fruit of intolerance.