Aurel Okuka Mokando, a multi-talented artist of Congolese origin, has found his creative haven in Cape Town, South Africa, where he has resided for the past 13 years. His diverse talents span various art forms, making him a versatile and expressive artist. In addition to his visual artistry, Aurel is a skilled beatboxer, showcasing his considerable skills on various African platforms and events. He has left his mark on the Beatbox community and is a founding father of AOM Studio Africa and Beatbox Culture SA, which reflects his commitment to spreading and nurturing this art form. Aurel's belief in art's therapeutic and meditative power is evident in his work. He illustrates his thoughts with openness and sincerity on canvas, paper, and wood, becoming a storyteller who creates relatability between his audience and his art. His recent inspirations include abstraction, the inherent beauty of nature, composition, balance, and technology integration into his artistic expressions. The artist has also achieved recognition and success over the years. He was featured in a Forbes Africa article 2017, celebrating his entrepreneurial accomplishments. In 2019, he participated in the Eclectica Contemporary exhibition titled "Darkness Rising," showcasing his work alongside other talented artists. In 2022, he was part of the group exhibition "VILLA VIVA Chapter 3 with Sangisa Sangisa Collective'', Solomon Gallery ( The Journey) 2023, and Infecting the City 2023 (Come make music with us). Through AOM Studios Africa and the Zaire Lenoire culture experience clothing brand, Aurel continues to impact the art world, promoting African creativity and storytelling in Afro-futuristic contexts. In Aurel's words, "Art is life," highlighting the essential nature of art in human existence and the continuous need for artistic expression as long as people live and breathe.