As we are well into the second half of the year, artists and curators all over the continent have continued to curate and present amazing works. These works challenge contemporary art techniques, preservation, inclusivity, and African culture. From El Anatsui Hyundai Commission 2023 at the Tate Modern Museum,…
The Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology (MAAT) will debut its highly anticipated fall program, Black Ancient Futures, on September 18, 2024. Black Ancient Future Exhibition: April Bey, We Learned To Love Ourselves Until We Were Full Until We Did Not Need Yours Untill We Realized Our Own…
The Museum of Modern Art announces ‘Otobong Nkanga: Cadence’, a new, site-specific commission by the Nigerian-Belgian artist Otobong Nkanga opening in the Donald and Catherine Marron Family Atrium on the 10th of October 2024. The large-scale installation will feature an all-encompassing environment of sculpture, sound, and text that…
“Gathering at Dawn” is a group exhibition showcasing new and recent works in sculpture, collage, printmaking, and painting. These pieces explore the hope and possibilities that emerge with the first light of morning. The exhibition features artists from East and West Africa, highlighting their unique artistic perspectives at…
Algeria’s Culture Ministry announced the suspension of all major art festivals this summer in solidarity with Gaza, which has endured devastation from an ongoing Israeli offensive since October, according to Anadolu Agency. Culture Minister Soraya Mouloudji stated that the ministry will focus on activities that underscore Algeria’s support…
Johannesburg joins cities such as as Cairo, Chicago, Dallas, Istanbul, Kuala Lumpur, Milan and New York, with the opening of South Africa’s first Museum of Illusions located in Rosebank. Comprising of over 60 exhibits, illusions, and immersive experiences, the concept first launched in Zagreb, Croatia in 2015 and…
Omenai Gallery inaugurates its hybrid, digital-physical model with a presentation of In-Between Ashes, a solo exhibition of Ghanaian artist Kwaku Owusu Achim’s works. It opens from 19th July to 23rd August 2024 at Omenai Gallery’s new space in Chicago West Town. Existing between two planes, the spiritual and…
Addis Fine Art has announced the closure of its gallery, which opened in 2021 in Fitzrovia, London. Co-founder Rakeb Sile attributed the decision to “overhead costs” and “market uncertainty.” The gallery, however, will continue to operate its flagship location in Addis Ababa. On the 29th of June, Addis…
Cherry Aribisala harnesses the potential of art with a few touches to create her distinctive style exploring mental health, anxiety and emotional experiences. Her subjects often feature expressionless faces and easygoing gestures, such as resting, dancing, or lounging in conventional positions, leaving the viewer to interpret their mood…
The interplay of Water, Art, Science, and Indigenous Knowledge Systems brings together participants from South Africa, Brazil, and Switzerland in a transdisciplinary collaboration. With a strong focus on decolonial practice, there is a common space for the exploration of water and the flow of knowledges, wisdoms and practices…