Artist Statement
My work focuses on capturing and exposing the rich African culture. The food, clothing and mannerism of the people fascinate me and inspire my work.
To convey my experiences, I mainly use acrylics and mixed-media; expressing solid bold colors to illustrate the vibrancy and personalities of the subjects. My paintings serves as a tribute and honor to the beauty and character of Africa.

Biography
Born in Cameroon, West Africa; Gerard Tchofor Pefung, grew up being exposed to the rich African culture and traditions. He moved to Omaha, Nebraska in 2001. At Benson High School following the directions of his instructor Mrs. Astra Patterson, he learned various art mediums, forms and styles. He also attended Metropolitan Community College, Omaha, Ne. to further his studies and refine his techniques
His passion is art and his African heritage which he strives to expose to as many people as he can. He is currently in the process of establishing a foundation (Tchofor Foundation) which focuses on African awareness and in providing basic education to children in Africa. A percentage of the proceeds from the sale of paintings go to that foundation.

Africa supreme beauty, its diverse people, their rich culture and surrounding spurs creativity; and he emphasizes maintaining that uniqueness. He simply says, “My work serves as an honor and tribute to Africa.” Gerard generally works in acrylics, but has significant body o work in mixed-media.

Solo Exhibitions:

2008 University of Omaha, Ne., “exposing Africa”

Group Exhibitions:

2003 Benson Student Annual Art show, Omaha, Ne.

2004 Scholastics Art Award
Bellevue Student Art show, Bellevue, Ne
Benson Student Annual Art show, Omaha, Ne.

2007 1301 Gallery, Hot shops, Omaha, Ne., “outside the box”

2008 Dick Blick Art store, Omaha, Ne., Montana spray-paint
Demonstration.
Wayne’s Gallery, Omaha, Ne.
Love Jazz and Art Center (LJAC), Omaha, Ne., “3rd Annual
African American Art Exhibition”