Building on the recently published global art market recap, this article shifts the focus on Africa’s growing art scene. It delves into how African art is gaining recognition in the world stage and addresses critical issues surrounding adequate representation and revenue disparities with Western counterparts. As noted in…
Delune’s creative inspiration for The Geography of Feelings exhibited at the Gallery 1957 draws deeply from the drawings and photographs (which she captured during her travels in the Democratic Republic of Congo) of medicinal plants and trees. Her experimental approach blends these natural forms with imaginative, utopian landscapes…
The 2024 global art recap reflects a year of evolution, marked by shifts in market dynamics, technological advancements, and a heightened focus on sustainability. As the art world adapts to complex economic and cultural landscapes, several transformative trends are shaping its future. These developments are not only redefining…
Set to end on the 25th of October 2024, the Interlude Rwanda exhibition is an artistic exploration of Rwanda’s past, present and future.
Bwo Gallery announces the opening of ‘Fragments d’origines: Une odyssée ancestrale’, an evocative solo exhibition by Cameroonian painter Victorien Bazo in Douala, Cameroon. The exhibition opened on the 21st of September 2024 and will run until the 26th of October 2024. ‘Fragments d’origines: Une odyssée ancestrale’ marks a pivotal…
Southern Guild Los Angeles is pleased to present ‘signifying the impossible song’, an expansive group exhibition curated by Lindsey Raymond and Jana Terblanche bringing together work across diverse media by 17 artists. Featured artists include Sanford Biggers (USA), Kamyar Bineshtarigh (Iran/South Africa), Patrick Bongoy (DRC), Ange Dakouo (Mali),…
Art and religion in traditional African societies are intertwined like the two complementary forces of Yin and Yang. Unlike the general nature of art in the west, most traditional African art finds its existence rooted in religion, utility and functionalism.
Technology has steadily permeated practically every significant sphere of life. It would be nothing short of surprising if the art sector did not catch the technology virus too. Today, technology is redefining and expanding the limits of possibilities for contemporary African artists.
In a significant move to elevate artistic voices from Central Africa, Gasworks has announced an open call for its prestigious residency program. Gasworks invites artists from Angola, Cameroon, the Central African Republic, Chad, the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, as well as…
Art festivals play a significant role in shaping and sustaining culture. These art fairs and festival create platforms that allow for artistic expression, bringing together different communities to engage and celebrate with art. With artists experimenting with different art mediums, styles and themes, art has become a means…