Kalinosi Victor Mutale, (b. 1972, Kasama, Northern Zambia), is an artist known for his innovative approach to visual expression. His artistic journey began at a young age, influenced by his creatively inclined sister and a schoolmate. His passion for art deepened over the years, and he later pursued formal art education at the prestigious Rijksakademie van beeldende kunsten in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, in 2002–2003. Mutale further expanded his artistic horizons through residencies at Cite Internationale des Arts in Paris, France, in 2007, and the Rijksakademie van beeldende kunsten in Amsterdam again in 2009.
Mutale’s work spans a wide range of exhibitions, both group and solo, showcasing his unique style and conceptual depth. Recently, Kalinosi Mutale was among the Zambian artists featured at the 2025 India Art Fair and the 2024 iMPAC Festival in Lusaka. His 2020 group exhibition, Drawn by Head, Thought by Pencil or Something Else, was held in Poznan, Poland. In 2014, he participated in the permanent exhibition Shiyala Sun Printing at the Chongwe General Hospital in Zambia, and in 2013, his work was showcased at the 37d Gallery in Lusaka, Zambia. Other notable group exhibitions include Poetry and Paintings in Lusaka in 2012, Scratching the Surface at the AVA Gallery in Cape Town, South Africa in 2008, and DE GROTE OVERSTEEK at Stedelijk Museum Zwolle in Amsterdam in 2006. His 2004 participation in the Konse-Kubili exhibition at the Henry Tayali Gallery in Lusaka marked a pivotal moment in his career, alongside his involvement in the 26th São Paulo Biennial in Brazil.
In addition to his group exhibitions, Mutale has held several solo exhibitions that have further solidified his reputation as an innovative artist. In 2005, he held Kali-Drawings at Alliance Française in Lusaka, Zambia, and in 2004, he exhibited Kalidraw at Galerie Jean Brolly in Paris, France. Earlier, in 2002, he had his first solo exhibition, Kwabena, in Krakow, Poland.
Mutale is also known for his active involvement in art workshops, where he has shared his expertise and collaborated with other artists. His workshops include Krysztal Centrum in Szczecin, Poland, and Munandi Art Studio in Chongwe, Zambia, where he worked on projects such as Power of Recycling in 2018 and Shiyala Sun Printings, Mothers of Africa in 2014. He has also facilitated workshops in countries like Sweden, South Africa, and Poland, including Drawing Beyond Drawings in Simrishamn in 2005 and Thupelo Art Workshop in Cape Town in 2003.
Mutale’s works are included in several prestigious collections, including the ARAK Collection in Doha, Qatar, and Bonaza Estate in Chongwe, Zambia. His artistic contributions have been recognized in various publications such as the Chronicles of the Road: Five Nations. Five Artists by Barnabas Ticha Muvhuti, Published by ARAK (2024), NKa Journal of Contemporary African Art (2006), as well as in articles by Andrew Mulenga, including Hole in the Wall. His participation in the Urgent Painting catalogue and the catalogue of the 26th São Paulo Biennial further cement his standing in the international art community.
Beyond his artistic practice, Mutale is also dedicated to nurturing the next generation of artists through his role as the Director of Munandi Art Studios, where he continues to foster collaboration and creativity. His work reflects a deep commitment to exploring contemporary African art, offering innovative perspectives that challenge the way we engage with art and culture today.