Art Twenty-One presents Future, Past, a solo exhibition of the body of work by London-based Nigerian fine artist Tejumola Adenuga. The exhibition opened on the 19th of April 19 2024 and will run until the 14th of June 2024, in Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. Adenuga is a multidisciplinary…
Gerald Annan-Forson was born in London in 1947, to a mother from Kildare, Ireland, and a Fante father from the Gold Coast, an officer with the British West African Frontier Force stationed in the UK during World War II. In London, to hide his color and avoid racist…
The upcoming Venice Biennale promises a notable shift in representation. Unlike previous editions, this year’s 60th biennale will host 13 African countries. With countries like Nigeria and Morocco introducing emerging and established talents, newcomers from East Africa—Tanzania and Ethiopia—are set to make their mark on the international stage.…
The representation of black figures by artists today is a dynamic and constantly evolving concept. This has been shaped by various factors such as migration, industrialization, and the geographical dispersion of black communities worldwide. Whether residing in Africa or the diaspora, black individuals’ experiences differ. This differentiation underscores…
Abe Ogunlende is a contemporary Nigerian artist to watch out for. What stands out in Ogunlende’s work is the ease with which his subjects appear to be in his reimaginations of spaces that look to be both joyful and relaxing. Beyond his use of fun and vibrant pastel…
Much can be said about the work of Nairobi-based artist and founder of Kamene Residency, Kaloki Nyamai. His expansive painting practice is dense in its materiality, and his storytelling is as elaborate and narrative as it is symbolic. With his brushstrokes and threaded canvases, Nyamai opens up worlds…
Harold Offeh, renowned for his diverse artistic practice joins the selected artists shortlisted to contribute to London’s permanent HIV/AIDS memorial. Offeh’s work delves into exploring history, particularly the space generated by the embodiment of historical narratives. With a keen interest in addressing contemporary culture, Offeh employs humor as…
Circle Art Gallery recently debuted three concurrent shows, featuring sculptural artists from Kenya: Austine Adika (b.1986), Wanjohi Maina (b.1986), and Ngugi Waweru (b.1987). With distinct titles and styles, the exhibition aims to explore unique sculptural languages reflective of the artists’ experiences and aesthetics. Let’s delve into the different…