Desire Cesar “El’Cesart Ngabo

Photograph by Nala Ayieta

About The Author

Ngabo D. Cesar, also known as EL’CESART, is a twenty-nine-year-old visual artist and illustrator whose work explores culture, identity, and Afro-futurism. Based in Nairobi but frequently traveling, his creative expressions span oil painting, digital art, illustrations, apparel design, and photography. Inspired by Black culture and pop society, El’CESART uses bold colors, textures, and prints to craft visually magnetic pieces that often feature music artists, film stars, and raw, beautiful depictions of men and women. He has collaborated with major Hollywood entertainment companies like HBO, Amazon Prime, Hulu, and Annapurna Studio, where his work contributed to the Oscar-winning film If Beale Street Could Talk by Barry Jenkins. His artwork also includes pieces for Lovecraft Country, The United States vs. Billie Holiday, and more.

Books by Desire Cesar “El’Cesart Ngabo

Bold Words from Black Men

Insights and Reflections from 50 Notable Trailblazers Who Influenced the World

This companion to Bold Words from Black Women offers clear-eyed advice from inspirational Black men throughout history, paired with vibrant, museum-worthy art.

Fixed Layout eBook

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