Winner of the Absa L'Atelier 2026 Gerard Sekoto Award, South African artist Treasure Mlima is developing a distinctive practice through wood, the human figure and an ongoing investigation of identity. As he prepares for a residency in Paris in 2027, he reflects on his unconventional journey into art, the evolution of his practice and the importance of creating beyond commercial recognition. The 2026 Absa L’Atelier Art Gerard Sekoto Award winner, Treasure Mlima (image: supplie