Madyira’s paintings are very colourful and he enjoys painting predominantly figurative. His colour choice doesn’t fully represent the real world but creates happiness and harmony. For the artist colours are the language to his art.

He portraits his fellow Zimbaweans, immigrants like himself in South Africa, who came here in persuit of bettering their life. The paintings show the pride and joy they take in spoiling themselves with a bit of “bling” on the weekends after a busy week filled with work.

Richie Madyira’s work is mainly rooted in his personal experiences; he creates stories of the living conditions of poorer communities. Madyira strives to give hope and encourages people to free themselves from situations that derail progress.

He draws inspiration from the hardships of his childhood, what he senses, perceives and experiences.
Richie now lives in Cape Town, South Africa, where he pursues his full time career as an artist.