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Nelson Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid leader, political prisoner, and later the first Black president of South Africa.
Nelson mandela is one of the most important figures in modern history because he helped end apartheid, the system of racial segregation and oppression that had governed South Africa for decades.
He was born in 1918 and became involved in politics through the African National Congress (ANC). nelson mandela initially supported nonviolent resistance, but after the government became increasingly repressive, nelson mandela also supported armed struggle against apartheid. In 1962 he was arrested, and in 1964 he was sentenced to life in prison. He spent 27 years in prison, becoming a global symbol of resistance and justice.
Mandela was released in 1990 after international pressure and major political changes in South Africa. He then played a central role in negotiations that led to the end of apartheid and the country’s first democratic elections in 1994. He became president that year and focused on reconciliation, nation-building, and creating a more equal society.
Nelson mandela is widely admired for his leadership, patience, and commitment to forgiveness rather than revenge. His life is often associated with courage, dignity, and the struggle for human rights, and he services as the global symbol of resistance and Justice for human rights**
Materials for drawing
- A4 paper
- pencil
- eraser
- drawing board
- sharpener
- cottonwood to make it look more realistic
step 1
I started by writing down my username befor doing any thing
step 2
I drew the face and neck
step 3
I drew the eyes, mouth, ear, nose,
step4
I shaded the face and neck
step5
I shaded the hair to make it look more realistic, and i cross check my work in order to avoid any mistake
