Doddridge Busingye Studio

“The sitter, 2025” At
24x18cm
Muse:
Photo:
One of the smallest canvases I have so far attempted on. In the process, I realized that despite using small brushes, I was still blocking off some details, so I had to use a deduction technique with a needle 🪡 and toothpicks to define some parts of the painting.

One more year to be thankful for. I appreciate life, the love and support from the people in my life and those that believe in me.
Artwork: (Portrait of an artist), 2021 in Private collection

Peacock Dress of Lady Herrana, 2022

I’m honored to feature among the 32 artists from all over the African Diaspora presented by | .Knee in partnership with for in honor of 2026.

The show opened Feb. 6 and is still on view on

Doddridge Busingye (b. 1990) is a Kampala-based Ugandan artist whose work boldly explores identity, social justice, and cultural narratives. With a Master of Fine Arts from Makerere University and a Bachelor’s degree in Art and Industrial Design from Kyambogo University, Busingye blends academic rigor with personal insight to craft visually arresting stories rooted in Uganda’s sociopolitical landscape.

His practice merges intimate reflections on family and everyday life with deep research into history, politics, and current affairs. Through symbolic imagery and striking compositions, Busingye challenges societal norms while celebrating resilience, care, and self-acceptance.

Exhibited in major cities like New York, Venice, Zurich, Dubai, Memphis, and Kampala, his work resonates globally, inviting viewers into conversations about community, identity, and change. Busingye’s art is both personal and universal — a powerful lens on contemporary life.