Makena, a native of the Republic of South Africa, discovered his profound passion for art and design from a young age, nurturing it through his formative years by expressing his creativity on various canvases, be it on the ground or the classroom chalkboard.

His journey of honing his artistic skills led him to excel at the Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) College in Johannesburg, where he delved into the world of digital creation. He distinguished himself as one of the top students in his class, setting the stage for his future in art and design. This dedication and talent earned him a prestigious one-year scholarship to study art and design in China, where he chose to follow his dreams.

During his tenure at Suzhou Vocational University in China, Makena not only pursued his studies but also seized an extraordinary opportunity to serve as a mentor and teacher to fellow students pursuing art and design.

Makena is a profoundly passionate, imaginative, and articulate Graphic Designer. His expertise encompasses typography, multimedia, and marketing. Presently, he continues to thrive in the field, working as a graphic designer and digital illustrator. Makena’s professional journey has taken him to collaborate with institutions worldwide, including those in America, Australia, China, and South Africa, where he has excelled as a Designer, Art Director, and Conceptual Artist.

Makena’s work is a reflection of his inspiration drawn from global culture, African wisdom, music, ancient history, and contemporary events. His ardor for art and design, paired with his insatiable appetite for learning, informs and infuses his work with a unique vitality. Makena leverages digital media to craft his art, characterized by his signature “scribbles” or “doodles” These scribble drawings represent a method that employs random, uncontrolled lines to generate intricate patterns and textures, further enhancing his distinctive artistic vision.