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Acknowledgements
I would like to acknowledge the following people:
Francis Chingwawala, my work colleague who introduced me to Richard Mteki.
Richard Mteki, who was the first artist I worked with and who has been a good friend over many years.
All our artists, particularly Lazarus Takawira, Zachariah Njobo and Ernest Chiwaridzo, who have been with me since the early days.
Heather Ellement, who manages the gallery so well, and Andrew Nyamutowera, who has assisted ably for many years.
Celia Winter-Irving, the late art critic, author and supporter of Zimbabwe Stone Sculpture and our gallery.
The Victoria Falls Hotel, including General Managers Gordon and Jenny McCormack, Mark Sonnenscher, Karl Snater and Giulio Togni.
Lameck Moyo and Kerias Chitaka who have packed and shipped with such care.
Rolf and Maia Chenaux-Repond and Rob and Steph Watson for accommodating and assisting me on my many collecting expeditions to Harare and beyond.
Georgina Hatch, our capable and enthusiastic editor, and inspirational designer Vanessa Wilson from Quickfox Publishing.
Susan Danks, my wife, who shares my passion for this art form and helped with this book.
Clients and Friends of the Gallery – all over the world. THANK YOU!
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