The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum is currently hosting Layo Bright’s debut solo museum exhibition. Her exhibition has been ongoing since April 7, 2024.
Decolonization is the systemic abolition of Western-centric governance and economic control. As we are in a new time, where social media and access to information have unified global markets, we need to recognize the new forms of colonialism (neo-colonialism). Moreover, we also need to understand the roles key…
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.…
Pearl Lam Galleries and Alimi Adewale’s announce their inaugural participation at the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair 2024 in London. This will be taking place from the 10th until the 13th of October 2024. This year Pearl Lam will be showing a solo exhibition of new works by Adewale titled ‘Terra Mater.’ This exhibition presents…
A formidable presence in the contemporary art scene, Yinka Ilori crafts captivating works that provoke deep reflection while maintaining an irresistible allure. Born in 1987 and raised in Islington, North London, the Nigerian-British artist skillfully weaves elements of his dual heritage into his creations. His upbringing in a…
Art X Lagos, West Africa’s top international art fair, returns for its ninth edition from October 31st to November 3rd, 2024. This year’s event will feature ten distinguished exhibitors presenting a diverse range of contemporary African artists from Harare to Cotonou, Lagos to London. Image Courtesy: Art X…