New artworks by Moyosore Martins, and Nedia Were are on view at Booth H015. December 5 – 10, 2023. Mitochondria Gallery is pleased to be in Miami again, this year at the 22nd edition of SCOPE Miami Beach at the Miami Beach Pavilion on Ocean Drive. We will…
In collaboration with Dior’s 8th edition of Dior Lady Art, Cameroonian artist Ludovic Nkoth presents a captivating reinterpretation of the iconic Lady Dior handbag. Dior Lady Art #8 designed by Ludovic Nkoth (Photo Credit: Dior, Marrion Berrin) Breaking from convention, Nkoth adds fluid artistry to the Cannage design…
The Brooklyn Museum recently took a significant stride toward inclusivity by adding 300 works from Black and Asian artists to its collection. Among these noteworthy acquisitions is Esther Mahlangu’s “Untitled” (2017). The South African self-taught artist has experienced a prolific year, marked by the return of her BMW…
In today’s society, we cannot overlook the significance of names. Oral communication deeply embeds our cultural roots, providing the foundation for language, culture, and identity. Imagine a scenario where little to no information about your origin is available, and the only knowledge you possess is that your ancestors…
Yinka Shonibare CBE RA’s new sculpture “Hibiscus Rising” was launched on Saturday, 25th November 2023 in memory of David Oluwale, a British Nigerian and resident of Leeds. The sculpture which will be unveiled as part of Leeds 2023, the city’s landmark year of culture was motivated by Oluwale’s…
Lagos-based artist Odeyemi Oluwaseun paints young adults and adolescents, capturing the triumphs and challenges encountered in the process of self-discovery. The artist’s second solo exhibition, “The Dualities of Existence,” at Mitochondria Gallery in Houston, Texas, presents his newest composition of work—an introspective outlook on the relative and absolute…
On November 11, 2023, the Sharjah Architecture Triennial welcomed visitors with its grand opening. This edition stands out for its diverse group of curators and participants, showcasing a myriad of perspectives. The event emphasizes works from the Global South, providing a profound exploration of architectural evolution. Moreover, the…
Museum MMK for Modern Art announces Christelle Oyiri as the recipient of the PONTOPREIS MMK 2024. The prize includes an exhibition at the ZOLLAMT MMK, starting on February 23, 2024, and is also endowed with 10,000 euros, which will be paid out as a scholarship. Museum MMK for Modern…
James Cohan Gallery in NY currently features an exhibition titled “Boomerang: Returning to African Abstraction” by Yinka Shonibare. The artist uses Dutch wax fabrics and the Nigil Mask to bridge the connection between Africa, its diaspora, and Western colonies. Shonibare’s new series, Abstract Spiritual, presents pictorial quilts that…