London-based, Malawian artist Samson Kambalu presented his first U.S. solo show at NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale. Featuring 12 of Kambalu’s most recent short films, Samson Kambalu: Nyau Cinema opened to coincide with Miami Art Week and Art Basel in Miami Beach.

During Art Week, Kambalu made several appearances at the museum, including two workshops for local elementary school kids. Each workshop included a lecture from Kambalu, and breakout sessions that enabled the kids to incorporate what they learned.

The theme of Kambalu’s lectures centered on the social impact of gift giving and Malawian traditions involving masks and play. During the breakout sessions, the kids had the opportunity to create art that incorporated these themes. The students also had the opportunity to view Kambalu’s exhibition with explanations provided by educators.