Goodman Gallery Cape Town presents ‘A Slow Succession with Many Interruptions’, a group exhibition that contemplates artists’ responses to the changing landscape of the 21st century. The exhibition’s title draws inspiration from American art historian George Kubler’s influential 1962 work, ‘The Shape of Time’, which presents a framework…
In a joint declaration, the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) and the University of the Western Cape (UWC) have announced an open call for a year-long museum fellowship initiative aimed at nurturing a fresh cadre of art and museum professionals across Africa. Open Call: Museum…
Once again, G.A.S. Foundation has partnered with Tilga Art Prize to host the winner of the annual open call at G.A.S. for an all-expenses-paid residency. Tilga Art Prize calls on artists aged 18 to 30, residing in Nigeria or of Nigerian descent, to submit their creative proposals. These…
Black Liquid Art, on May 11, 2024, welcomed patrons to a thought-provoking exploration titled ‘Beyond the Surface: The Inner World of Portraits’. This exhibition, centered on the portrayal of African women, beckons viewers to delve into the multifaceted essence of womanhood, particularly within the African context. “THROUGH HER…
In a bid to foster a thriving community of emerging talents across the African continent and its diaspora, the inaugural Madhouse Residency Programme has opened its doors, inviting applications from aspiring artists, creators, and also innovators. This transformative initiative promises a holistic educational experience, brimming with support, mentorship,…
The ADA\ Art Gallery in Accra, Ghana, is currently showcasing an evocative solo exhibition titled “The Allegory of a Seeker,” by the talented artist Abdur Rahman Muhammad. The Allegory of a Seeker exhibition by Abdur Rahman Muhammad. (Photo credits: ADA Accra) Running until June 2, 2024, this exhibition…
Senegal’s Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Culture has announced the postponement of the fifteenth iteration of the Dak’Art Biennale of Contemporary African Art by six months. Originally slated for May 16–June 16 of this year, the event will now run from November 7 to December 7. A performance…
1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair is thrilled to announce the return of 1-54 New York, from the 1st until the 4th of May 2024, its largest edition to date. In its 10th year, this edition will see 1-54 widen its dilating imprint upon the city by relocating to…
Leading Pan-African art competition, Absa L’Atelier has officially announced the opening of entries for its 2024 art competition, marking the commencement of yet another exciting chapter in the vibrant world of African art. Absa L’Atelier 2024 Art Competition For 37 years, Absa has been hosting an annual competition…
The National Gallery of Namibia opened an exhibition dedicated to exploring the cultural customs and identity of the country’s looted art in Windhoek this April. The exhibition, themed “Artistic Research Communal Knowledge (ARCK): Reconnecting with Returned Cultural Belongings,” features 23 cultural and historical belongings that were returned from…