Kudzai Blessing Mutasa, a Zimbabwean multifaceted creative, who immigrated to the United States at the age of 4 and has since dedicated herself to sharing her talents and experiences to encouraging others. Her mission is to celebrate the black female experience by inspiring women and creating inclusive beauty products as a Beauty Marketing Director.

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Artist

Kudzai's artistic style blurs the line between painting and relief sculpture, incorporating 3D elements into her work while on a 2D background. Classically trained by a portrait painter Richard Halstead, she now utilizes mixed media to create detailed and engaging pieces that connect with her audience in a genuine manner. In her collection of nature-inspired scenes, Kudzai skillfully transforms ordinary materials into intricate layers that draw viewers into her paintings. Her artwork in currently in the 60th Art Biennale Venice Italy, Personal Structure Exhibition at the European Cultural Center April 18 - Nov 24, 2024.

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Marketer

Beyond her artistry, Kudzai holds a BS. in Marketing from DePaul University and an MBA from Northwestern Kellogg and has a successful track record managing major beauty brands like ORS Olive Oil, Pleasing (Harry Styles), Combs Global (P. Diddy), Fashion Fair Cosmetics, Freeman Beauty and VO5. She has also taken on roles as a moderator at events like T.D. Jakes MegaFest, the Stellar Award Pre-show, and as a Radio Announcer Trophy Model, showcasing her versatility and presence in various fields.

Based in Chicago, she has a strong desire to share her message globally and believes that her most impactful work is yet to be created. She is dedicated to using her gifts of artistry for the betterment of humanity and actively seeks opportunities to make a positive impact through her talents.