Art Business' Art critic and Appraisier Alan Bermberger attests that "Getahun’s considerable achievements have already positioned him among the most acclaimed of living East African Artists. The eternal permanence of his grand and glorious public monuments coupled with the vision and inspiration of his paintings has put him on a legendary path.

Getahun Assefa Balcha’s story is one that is only beginning to unfold, and his contributions to African Art are certain to be appreciated for many generations to come".