Jean Tshimbalanga

“It's not about where you come from, it's about where you're going.”

Jean grew up in a small village in Central Africa where he spent most of his childhood playing football. He moved to the capital city to pursue his passion for art, but ended up working as a cashier at a local supermarket. Despite the disappointment, he never gave up on his dream and still spends his free time sketching in his notebook. Jean is known for his impeccable customer service and outgoing personality, always greeting customers with a smile and a joke. He takes pride in his well-groomed goatee and is often complimented on it by customers. However, what most people don't know is that Jean is also an excellent cook and loves to experiment with new recipes in his free time.

What made you become a cashier?

I moved to the city to pursue my art career, but things didn't go as planned. I needed a job to pay the bills and the supermarket was hiring, so I took the chance.

What inspires you to draw?

I find inspiration in everyday life and the people I come across. There's something beautiful in everyone, you just have to look for it.