Artistic expressions are references to an artist’s engagement with their society. Sculpting is the process of creating a work of art by bending and altering objects till it takes a new shape. Artists often gather their raw materials -mostly used- from their immediate environment to sculpt lasting art…
Recycled art has always been around us and now more artists are becoming more environmentally conscious. They have found new ways to create art by working with recyclable materials. French sculptor Marcel Duchamp was said to have started the recycled art movement in the early 20th century, especially…
Meet the 2022 winners The International Prize for Contemporary African Photography (CAP Prize), in partnership with the Eiger Foundation, is now accepting work that engages with the African continent or its diaspora from November 2022 to 7 February 2023. A panel of international curators, publishers, editors and artists…
Kunsthalle Krems has opened up its centre for a group exhibition from now till April 10, 2023. The group exhibition, titled ‘The New African Portraiture, Shariat Collections’, will bring together a generation of leading African artists. The Kunsthalle Krems is the international exhibition centre for modern and contemporary…
In the last decade, more East African artists have become well-known on the global circuit of galleries, institutions, and auction houses. Here is a list of top East African painters you should know: Wangechi Mutu Image courtesy of the artist’s Instagram. Kenyan and contemporary painter, Wangechi Mutu (b.…
For the exploration of imagination, feeling and mythology through colourful, vibrant and thought-provoking compositions, African artists are channelling spirituality as a theme in their work. African art has been defined by its themes of symbolism, functionalism, and utilitarianism. With the creation of rich and varied artistic imagery, spirituality…
One thing you should know is that the African contemporary art scene is doing extremely well. As African artists are becoming increasingly recognized for their talent. With the number of prestigious exhibitions and art fairs in which these artists have participated in recent years, it is clear that…
Throughout the history of art, artists have been able to inspire each other’s art style with or without being aware. An art style is defined by the structure and features of an artwork. An artist’s style of creating art allows an outsider to imagine the artist’s creative process;…
It is no news that African art has witnessed a season of flourishing. International galleries have learned to embrace those who create and interpret traditional aesthetics, socio-economic realities, diverse beauty and navigating mental health crises in their community. Today, we take you through a journey of discovery to…