The 1900s was a beautiful time for Contemporary African art. Most countries were just gaining independence and coming out of colonial chains. Artists experimented with different colors, and styles to convey political messages. One such artist is Malangatana Ngwenya(1936-2011) from Mozambique. In a captivating exhibition, the Africa Centre…
The Open Country Mag, in collaboration with Africa No Filter, has announced their first call for submissions for a new fellowship for African curators. Sponsored by Africa No Filter, The Open Country Mag Curatorial Fellowships intends to provide direct motivation, technical know-how, and funding support for new projects…
The African Artists’ Foundation, a non-profit organization and art space based in Lagos, Nigeria announces the new expansion and curatorial vision for the 14th edition of LagosPhoto Festival, an international photography festival taking place from the 28th of October until the 31st of December 31, 2023. Photography by Ismail Zaidy. Image…
If you are a lover of art and happen to be in Nairobi this week, you are in luck. This week’s Art Calendar has three exciting events happening on Saturday, May 6th. Here is a guide to help you navigate the art scene in Kenya and make the…
Africa experienced a beautiful time during the 60s. The continent gained or was heading towards independence, and its art reflected freedom and liberation. During this time, Artists explored with colors, shapes, and their imagination to bring light to their nations after the darkness that came with colonization. One…
African mythology is one of the most interesting and underrated origin stories to have ever existed. Africa is such a big continent with over 1000 ethnic communities each with their own origin stories. Of course, because there are different parts of the continent; West Africa, East Africa, and…
The National Museum of Contemporary Art Athens (EMΣΤ) in collaboration with Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) presents ‘Return to Sender,’ a major outdoor installation by the Nairobi-based collective NEST. Curated by Katerina Gregos, the installation will be on exhibit at SNFCC’s Esplanade from April 26th to September…
The ongoing civil war in South Sudan has had a devastating impact on the country’s cultural heritage. The South Sudan National Museum, located in the capital city of Juba, was once home to a vast collection of artifacts and cultural treasures that dated back thousands of years. Since…
New York Art Week 2023 will be hosting a good number of art fairs, auctions, gallery openings, and exhibitions. There will be works from emerging and established artists on display. The main art fairs include The Armory Show, Frieze New York, NADA, Independent, 1-54, Future Fair, and TEFAF…