Savannah African Art Museum has appointed Alisa Saye Evans-Newsome as its new director. She will oversee the museum’s mission to curate experiences showcasing progressive works from across the African continent. Evans-Newsome aims to share African history with a global audience, offering visitors an opportunity to engage with the…
This piece will be exploring 10 African galleries at 1-54 London to look out for, and where you can find them at the art fair. 1-54, the renowned international art fair dedicated to contemporary African art, returns this year to Somerset House, London’s iconic neoclassical landmark and creative…
Efie Gallery is proud to welcome Abdoulaye Konaté to its roster, marking this collaboration with his solo debut in the Middle East, an exhibition titled “Sambadio”. This exhibition takes its name from the last song on Ali Farka Touré’s 1976 album Le Jeune Chansonnier du Mali. By paying…
Ethiopia at the Crossroads explores Ethiopia’s strategic position at the intersection of Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, highlighting cross-cultural exchange and artistic innovation. The exhibition celebrates how Ethiopian artists weave diverse influences from centuries of cultural interplay into their work. From the intricate beauty of ancient Christian…
Rewa, a Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award Finalist, is a visual artist who harnesses her multicultural background and masterfully blends it with modern afropolitan components to create bold, vibrant portraits that celebrate the strength, resilience, and multifaceted identities of women, transcending the boundaries of art, history, and culture.…
Buckle up as we embark on a journey through the regions to spotlight the African galleries in Frieze London 2024. Focusing on living artists and avant-garde art practices, the annual Frieze London art fair returns to Regent’s Park from October 9th to 13th. This year introduces a new…
Friedman Benda is pleased to present ‘OoNomathotholo: Ancestral Whispers’ a new body of work and the fourth exhibition with the gallery by South African artist, healer and spiritual leader, Andile Dyalvane. The exhibition opened to the public on the 5th of September and will run until the 2nd…
Julie Mehretu (b. 1970, Ethiopia) is again pushing artistic boundaries. She will create a monumental glass installation for the Obama Presidential Center. Titled “Uprising of the Sun,” this 25-foot-wide artwork will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery marches. Inspired by President Obama’s speech at the…
In recent years, the global art scene has witnessed a remarkable surge of creativity emerging from the African continent. This new wave of African artists is not only redefining the boundaries of contemporary art but also offering fresh perspectives that challenge traditional narratives. With a rich tapestry of…
In her first solo exhibition at a major UK institution, Botswanan-Canadian artist, Pamela Phatsimo Sunstrum creates dynamic works newly commissioned for The Curve Barbican Centre Silk Street, London. Sunstrum studied International Studies with concentration in Transnational Cultures at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill and holds an MFA…