Itumeleng Junior Boitshwarelo

Itumeleng Junior Boitshwarelo (born c. 1998), also known as Artist ItumelengIJB or IJB, is a Motswana visual artist, muralist, painter, digital artist, and designer. He is known for surrealist works that combine African cultural themes with contemporary visual techniques, often using spray paint on unconventional surfaces such as plastic, wood, steel, and walls.

Early life and education Boitshwarelo was born and raised in Gaborone, Botswana. During this period, he experimented with non-traditional materials, including painting on vinyl records.

He later studied for a Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Professional Design at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology, graduating in 2022.

As of 2025, he is based in Pretoria, South Africa, while continuing to work on projects connected to Botswana.

Artistic style Boitshwarelo works primarily in surrealism, focusing on themes such as imagination, identity, emotion, and personal growth. His work often incorporates African cultural references and storytelling elements.

He is known for using spray paint combined with unconventional materials including plastic, wood, and metal surfaces, creating textured and experimental compositions.

One of his works, This Age of Scattered Attention, explores themes of personal development and emotional reflection.

Selected works

This Age of Scattered Attention (painting) Murals include: Main Deck Mural, VISUAL EPIPHANY "Kgotla Mural", Fathers & Feathers Mural, PULA SPAR Mural, KO TAUNG Mural, BRUTAL FRUIT Mural, Limkokwing University tribute mural (2022), Kids Hospital Room Mural (Kalafhi), CORONA SUNSETS live mural, and others.