Teen's love of pencil and paper earns her prestigious SA young artist award years later

A South African teenager, who loved pencil and paper drawing from a young age, has finally received the prestigious South African young artist award. Buhle Bam's article, published on July 12, 2026, traces her artistic journey and highlights her perseverance. Her love for the simple tools of pencil and paper was rewarded after years of practice and dedication.