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Celebrating GebreKristos Desta

My first encounter with GebreKristos Desta’s work was through his poem Yemejemeriaw Ken (The First Day). It was amazing how, with so few words, he painted such vivid and powerful imagery. His poetry longs for all the simple, familiar rhythms of home. Just as Christ’s crucifixion fulfilled a divine mission, Golgota captures GebreKristos’ essence, his devotion to art, country, and freedom. he painting, heavy with themes of exile, suffering, sacrifice, and redemption, reflects his life and all that he stood for, writes BEREKET BALCHA.

Mar 16 , 2025
By BEREKET BALCHA ( Fortune Staff Writer )

Celebrating GebreKristos Desta

My first encounter with GebreKristos Desta's work was through his poem Yemejemeriaw Ken (The First Day). The verse brief...

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Celebrating GebreKristos Desta