College hunting as an artist or art professional can be a little daunting at times. You could be searching for the one with the best reputation, lower fees, proximity or where you’ll see the most improvement. There are a vast number of colleges for artists and art professionals…
The 16th edition of FNB Art Joburg fair (7 – 10 September 2023) presented one of the best shows this month . Following another successful year of the FNB Art Joburg Fair, we are left to reminisce on the multidimensional and highly expressive artworks that make us yearn…
Not many are familiar with Joseph Murumbi, Kenya’s second Vice President. Today, we narrate the poignant tale of this pioneering figure. Born to an Indian father and a Kenyan Maasai mother, Murumbi was a passionate collector, offering a deep appreciation for Kenyan culture. Influenced by his father, he…
The Goethe Institut, Kenya, is hosting a captivating exhibition titled: “Amplitudes of Dawn”. This captivating body of work was curated by Rosie Olang and presented by the Downriver Road and Friends team. The exhibition embarks on a profound exploration of sound, drawing inspiration from the historic radio announcement…
Jess Atieno, a Kenyan mixed media artist, opens an exciting solo show at the Montague Contemporary, New York, presenting. Titled “Of Land, Body, and Water,” the exhibition presents her works, which delve into the intricate dimensions of representation within the post-colonial context. The exhibition opens on September 7th…
Artists Evans Ngure and Wallace Juma unite for an “An Ode to Carbon Life” exhibition at Alliance Francaise, Nairobi. The exhibition syncs with the Africa Climate Summit, 2023, as the artists pondered the optimal human-carbon coexistence. Through
For the 11th consecutive year, Somerset House in London welcomes back the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair. From October 12 to 15, 2023, this exhibition boasts its largest gathering yet, featuring 62 international exhibitors and 14 new galleries.
Over the weekend, the spotlight was on One Off Gallery, Nairobi, as it unveiled a captivating exhibition titled ‘Outside Within,’ a showcase that brought together two exceptional artists: James Mweu and Patrick Karanja.
Art therapy utilizes various creative outlets to alleviate mental stress and enhance well-being. The use of art for mental wellness originates in ancient Africa, where diverse cultures and communities appointed specific individuals to tend to their overall well-being. These healers/diviners served as intermediaries between the spirit and human…