Welcome Thabo Moloi is a South African-based artist, designer, and arts educator. He is well-known for his drawings and textural artworks, and he draws inspiration from everyday life – undeniable realism. His attention is drawn to patterns, texture, and reflections. He combines abstraction and realism to create images dense with symbols, shapes, and lines of meaning, resulting in magnificent artworks. He begins his works by making use of whatever is available to him. His creativity is stimulated by experimenting with various mediums and techniques.

Moloi’s fascination with art began at an early age. “I remember holding a small painting brush for the first time when I was very young. My father used this brush to paint the name of his new shop. This unique instrument astounded and enthralled me. I was so moved by the emotion that I immediately began inquiring about it. My mother tried to explain, but all I could hear was the word “artist.” Since then, the word “artist” has been tattooed on my heart.”

Moloi lives his life with the conviction that art chose him rather than the other way around. He followed the voice in his heart and embarked on a journey to pursue a B.Tech degree in Textile Design at Tshwane University of Technology. During this time, he discovered his love for simplicity, doodle art, and the social commentary that art allowed him to provide.

Moloi entered the field of education in 2018, studying a PGCE at North-West University. Following graduation, he pursued a BE.d Honors in Education Management and Leadership at the same university. He quickly taught himself a high level of teaching skills, and he soon began integrating art and education, teaching life skills through art. Throughout, he has been creating ethereal and poetic art that draws inspiration from daily life.

In 2025, Moloi completed his Master’s degree at North-West University, where his research focuses on developing guidelines for career paths through action research and project-based learning. Moloi aims to change the youth’s mindsets towards self-efficacy and embodied visions for themselves and their futures.