After an intensive 100-hour painting marathon, Nigerian art student Chancellor Ahaghotu has shattered a decade-old record for the longest painting session. Chancellor Ahaghotu breaks the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the longest painting marathon (Courtesy: @arts.by.chance) The Guinness World Records (GWR) confirmed this remarkable achievement in a recent…
Matthias De Groof, a Belgian filmmaker, recently unveiled a short film that directly addresses Belgian colonizers in Congo. Originally presented in 1985 under the title “Under the Black Mask,” the film has now been rebranded as “Under the White Mask: A film that Haesaerts could have made.” This…
In a significant breakthrough, South African customs officers at OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg recently uncovered 23 kilograms of narcotics disguised as moulded artworks, with an estimated street value of R37 million. The suspected artworks were en route to New Zealand before a meticulous inspection by SARS officers…
Tunis – UNESCO has recently recognized the ancient tradition of metal engraving as an important part of North African craftsmanship. This recognition has brought attention to the mastery of Mohamed Amine Htiouich, a Tunisian artisan who started as an apprentice in his teenage years and has now become…
Renowned artist and Zaria Rebel member, Professor Oseloka Osadebe, passed away at the age of 89 in Jackson, Mississippi, USA. A statement from his nephew, Nn’emeka Maduegbuna, confirmed the sad news. Professor Oseloka Osadebe was a pioneer member of the Zaria Rebels, a group which sought to break…
Palais de Lomé, Togo’s inaugural art park, is rewriting history with a progressive and non-colonial narrative. This space, once under the dominion of German and French colonizers, has evolved into a creative beacon. Today, it continues to challenge entrenched historical imprints. Currently showcasing monumental works by the Togolese,…
Efie Gallery is preparing to unveil a groundbreaking exhibition on January 12, 2024. Titled ‘Unveiling the Shadows of the Past: J. K. Bruce-Vanderpuije – The Hidden Icon of Photography in Africa,’ the exhibition is a fitting homage to the late photographer’s remarkable 70-year career. Born on March 7,…
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA), in collaboration with the 2023 cohort of University of the Western Cape (UWC) Museum Fellows, presents Sala, offering an intimate exploration of Zeitz MOCAA’s permanent collection archive. Salah Elmur (b. 1966, Sudan). The Official Party, 2019. Acrylic on canvas (Courtesy:…
After five years of regular online publishing and occasional print publications like the Collector’s Series and Special Journals, TSA Contemporary Art Magazine comes to a close. Founded in 2015 by art writer and editor, Bukola Oyebode, The Sole Adventurer (TSA Art Magazine) started as a blog. The goal…
Lagos, Nigeria- Mr Eazi’s Travelling Art and Music Exhibition inspired by his album ‘The Evil Genius,’ premiered in Lagos at the Windsor Gallery. This unique presentation, blending music and art, offered an immersive cultural experience that transcends conventional boundaries, captivating Lagosians and visitors. It remains on display until…