With Artmiabo International Art Festival (AMIAF) 2025, taking place in Lagos Nigeria, 29th of April and the 1st of May 2025. Artists and curators are set to explore evolving relationships between art and commerce. AMIAF Founder and CEO Miabo Enyadike revealed that the 2025 edition, themed ‘Artconomy: Redefining the Global Art Experience’, will examine art’s critical role in shaping economies locally and globally.
As the creative industry continues to emerge as a key economic driver, AMIAF 2025 will spotlight how artists can thrive in the digital economy, tap into new markets and expand their influence beyond traditional gallery spaces. AMIAF 2025 will serve as a vibrant platform for both emerging and established artists to showcase their work, connect with global collectors, and explore the latest trends in digital art, including NFTs, AI-driven creativity, and innovative monetisation strategies.
The festival will emphasise how African artists can harness technology to expand their reach, gain international recognition while achieving financial sustainability. Beyond the exhibitions, AMIAF 2025 will feature engaging panel discussions, masterclasses and networking sessions to bridge the gap between the African art market and global industry leaders.
Artmiabo International Art Festival 2025 will offer key benefits to the art community, expanding the market for artists by connecting them with collectors, gallerists as well as investors eager to support African and global contemporary art. The event will also drive collaboration and growth, fostering partnerships between artists, tech innovators, and business leaders to shape the future of art commerce. Miabo Enyadike emphasised that art has transcended museum walls, evolving into a powerful force in global commerce, tourism and innovation and this exhibition seeks to help artists catch up to this modern way of doing things, further maximising profits. “Artists are entrepreneurs.
The creative economy is expanding rapidly, and we must redefine how we engage with it to ensure artists are not left behind,” she said. She stressed that the festival’s theme underscored the pressing need for the art industry to evolve alongside the rapidly changing global marketplace. AMIAF 2025 aims to solidify Nigeria’s standing in the global art market while promoting cross-cultural exchange and creating new economic opportunities for creatives – all while Lagos cements its reputation as a thriving international art hub.
The event will take place in Lagos between the 29th of April and the 1st of May 2025.
