Ricollin Moodley: Self-taught KZN artist chats to Stacey and J Sbu

Loading player...
KZN-based artist Ricollin Moodley is a force to be reckoned with.

The 24-year-old started his journey by creating art using materials such as old lipsticks, stale food colouring and charcoal. He is a self-taught artist with humble beginnings.

Even so, his talent has been appreciated globally. Moodley has sold his artwork to people in the Netherlands, China and Australia.

The Shelley Beach resident joined Stacey and J Sbu in studio today to discuss his journey into the world of art.

Speaking to Stacey and J Sbu about his journey, Ricollin shared how he took up art as a means to earn money to purchase food for his family.

"I took a pencil and found paper, went to the beach and started sketching," he explained. There, he met his first customer who commissioned a piece from him.

Ricollin is known for his unique use of lipstick, he explained that this began after digging in bins. He was unable to afford art supplies and took the 'risk' of using lipstick.

"Little did I know, I could actually create pieces of art with this," he shared.
8 Apr English South Africa Society & Culture · Personal Journals

Other recent episodes

Wild ways to recharge: What are your afterwork pick-me ups?

Work stress doesn’t stand a chance against the wild and wonderful after-work rituals shared by Stacey, J Sbu, and you! From beachside dolphin-spotting and traffic jam singalongs to boxing out frustrations and savoring late-night cappuccinos, this episode is a whirlwind of creative mood-boosters. Whether it’s gaming, binge-watching comfort series or…
21 Oct 11 min

Cricket queens: Stacey, J Sbu and Nick Tatham break down the semis!

Cricket fever is in full swing as Stacey Norman and J Sbu bring their signature banter and infectious energy to the mic, celebrating the Proteas Women’s electrifying journey to the ICC World Cup semifinals. Stacey’s sharp wit and eagle-eyed restaurant play-by-play meet J Sbu’s hype and hilarious commentary, as they…
21 Oct 4 min

Body Insecurities: How did you learn to live with them?

From skin to size to shape, there’s always that one thing we’ve wished we could change or hide. So what happens when you finally decide to stop apologising for your body and start embracing it? Stacey and J Sbu asked you, the people of KZN, to weigh in on your…
16 Oct 10 min

Crime crisis in SA: Who is really to blame?

South Africa has dropped 50 places on the Global Safety Index, now ranking below Kyrgyzstan and Ecuador. With over 5,700 murders and more than a million homes broken into between January and March 2025, Stacey and J Sbu wanted to know: who’s really to blame? In this week’s Great Drive…
16 Oct 16 min