In a groundbreaking move, the Chrysler Museum in Norfolk, Virginia, recently repatriated a Bakor monolith to the Nigerian government. This marks the first successful return of such an artifact. The Bakor monoliths, known as “akwanshi,” are stone sculptures that symbolize ancient Nigerian ancestors. They hold spiritual significance in…
Africa’s art market has changed drastically over the years. More and more individuals are considering the path of creativity as their artistic career in the continent. Artists today explore diverse mediums and styles, that showcase the impact of globalization on the art industry. Africa’s growing presence in the…
Asake, a Nigerian artist sensation recently featured an artwork by contemporary Nigerian artist, Ayanfe Olarinde on his album cover. The Artwork, titled ‘Jean-Michel Basquiat’ features the portrait of the legend Basquiat. The portrait is characterized by a large unorthodox image of the legend, referencing Asake’s personality. World of…
The Africa Center, London, has appointed Olu Alake as its new CEO. Having served at the Peel Institute as the CEO and worked with Beyond profit organizations, his expertise will drive fruitful conversations on the cultural preservation of African Art in the UK. He expressed his excitement and…
Yusuff Aina’s recent exhibition at Retroafrica in collaboration with Art Twenty One is a true spectacle. Color for so many reasons influences how we feel, how we think, and how we engage and interact with the world. The use of color is specifically important to artists to evoke…
The Museum Of Fine Arts, Houston is proud to present the acclaimed exhibition William Kentridge: ‘In Praise of Shadows’ from June 25–September 10, 2023. The exhibition surveys 35 years in the career of the celebrated South African artist. With more than 80 works, spanning various mediums, Kentridge’s exploration…
Namibia just signed a recent bill to impose a tax on digital assets, cryptocurrencies, and virtual asset service providers (VASPs) in the country. This is a significant move proposed by the African Union on the budding and growing African industry. The rise of platforms in Namibia such as…
The recent hiring of Amanda Maples, as the curator of African Art at the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA) has ignited a debate about diversity and representation in the art world. Many people have voiced their concerns about a non-Black individual’s ability to understand and relate to…
Black Rock Senegal has announced the 2023-2024 participants for the fourth year of its residency program. Launched by renowned artist Kehinde Wiley in 2019, Black Rock Senegal seeks to support new artistic creation through collaborative exchange and to incite change in the global discourse about Africa. For the…
The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) is currently showcasing a retrospective exhibition titled: ‘James Barnor, – Accra/London’. The exhibition showcases the remarkable work of Ghanaian photographer James Barnor over the last six decades. Barnor started as a portrait artist and, over time, began incorporating different mediums into his…