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Welcome to DIGITISED LEGACIES

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Our Mission


This platform aims to educate, inspire, and empower creatives to learn, create, and earn from digital products. We are passionate about innovation and strive to provide valuable insights into the ever-evolving digital landscape. Our goal is not only to offer tools and knowledge but also to help creatives build their personal brands, establishing a unique presence online that reflects their expertise and values.

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What We Offer


Through comprehensive resources and actionable strategies, we help you:

  • Develop your brand identity

  • Create an artist profile that aligns with your personal or entrepreneurial goals.

  • Leverage social media to grow your audience, amplify your message, and monetise your brand.

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Whether you're an emerging or established artist looking to scale, our platform equips you with the knowledge and strategies to build a brand that stands out and thrives in the digital world.

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Goals

  • Build a Comprehensive Art Resources Platform. â€‹

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  • Empower Artists with Practical Tools that equip them with actionable steps to achieve a long-term professional success.​

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  • Bridge Knowledge Gaps by making accessible art industry information to be available online, especially for emerging artists.​

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  • Foster Collaboration Across the Art Ecosystem with artists, art institutions, galleries, collectors, and curators to produce diverse, practical insights drawn from real-life experiences and studio practices.

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  • Expand Accessibility and Reach, by making information easily accessible on digital platforms, including social media, to reach a global audience of artists and art enthusiasts.

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Meet The Founder

 

Philiswa Lila is a visual artist, scholar and researcher. Lila holds a Masters in Art History from Rhodes University, an Honours in Curatorship from the University of Cape Town, a Project Management Certificate from Unisa, and a B.Tech in Fine and Applied Arts from Tshwane University of Technology.

 

She was honoured among the Mail and Guardian 200 Young South Africans in 2022. Notably, in 2018, she received the esteemed Gerald Sekoto Award, which included a residency at the Cite Internationale des Arts in Paris. Lila's artistic journey has been enriched by her participation in various artist residency programs in South Africa and Internationally. 

 

Continuing her trajectory, Lila has presented local and international solo and group exhibitions. Notably, her ongoing collaboration with VukuvukuPhila! has led to impactful art performances and installations, engaging with themes of gender, violence, love, pain and healing. 

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Welcome! I'm Philiswa 

 

Looking back, it’s the shifts in my beliefs, along with a steady focus on my dreams, that helped me navigate the challenging journey to becoming who I am today. Personal growth has been my greatest companion, encouraging me to keep going and evolving.

 

I know you’re here because you, too, are ambitious and have big dreams of 'making it' in your art career. We’re living in one of the most exciting times in history, with digital tools and technology transforming what’s possible. If you’re ready to take the next step, there’s really nothing you can’t achieve. Each day, as we commit to learning and growing, we become unstoppable—our own biggest inspirations.

 

My own journey continues as I redefine success as showing up for the people I care about and things I enjoy the most, aiming to live meaningfully in every moment. I’d love for you to join me on this path! In my weekly newsletter, I share my best lessons in personal growth, business, and modern marketing, tailored for passionate artist, entrepreneurs, professionals, and creators. You can subscribe below.

 

Thank you for being part of this experience with me. I’m thrilled that our paths crossed, and I can’t wait to see where your journey takes you.

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My WHY? 

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I started Digitised Legacies  because I’m reaching back to that younger version of myself—the one who needed real, practical advice on how to build a profile and turn it into a recognizable brand. I’ve always cared deeply about education, and after teaching at a few art institutions, I realized something was missing. When I was in school, no one taught me the actual steps to build my career after graduation, and even today, many artists finish their studies with no accessible resources for what comes next. I created this platform to fill that gap and to make sure that information and guidance are available for everyone—not just those who had the chance to study formally but also those who are self-taught, driven by passion, and eager to learn.

 

I’ve put together handbooks that don’t just talk about building a brand or a career—they actually show you how to do it. Each handbook is filled with clear, step-by-step guides that walk you through everything from creating a professional profile to establishing a brand that reflects who you are and what you want to achieve. I wanted to move beyond abstract, vague definitions and offer artists something truly practical and tangible. Each section is designed to be as hands-on as possible, breaking down even complex topics into actionable steps. 

 

The goal is to create a sense of guidance and structure at every turn, so people don’t feel lost or unsure about where to go next. I believe that with clear steps and support, artists can approach their careers with more confidence and a solid plan. These handbooks are like having a mentor in your pocket, one who’s there to help with every challenge and milestone. My hope is that by following these guides, artists will feel empowered to bring their creative visions to life while building a sustainable and fulfilling career.

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What excites me most is the potential of social media. I used to have a negative view of it, thinking it was just a waste of time. But I’ve come to see it as one of the most valuable tools for artists today. It’s a place where you can share your work, talk about your journey, connect with others, and engage with artists from all over the world. Social media has transformed into a platform where time spent can actually add value, build connections, and support growth.

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Your personal brand should be authentic, reflecting your strengths, values, and expertise. Creating a brand persona helps you stay consistent across all digital platforms. 

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