The winners of the 2023 Contemporary African Photography Prize have been announced. The winners are Nadia Ettwein, Carlos Idun-Tawiah, Léonard Pongo, Yasmin Forte, and Maheder Haileselassie. Selected by a panel of 20 international judges, the other shortlisted projects for the 2023 Contemporary African Photography Prize include works by Robin…
Peckham, a vibrant neighborhood in South London, is currently hosting an exciting exhibition, featuring the amazing Yinka Shonibare. Titled ‘Lagos Peckham Repeat: Pilgrimage To The Lakes’, the exhibition features the works of Nigerian artists who explore the dynamic relationship between Lagos and South London. Co-curated by Folakunle Oshun,…
Nigeria will take part in the Venice Biennale for the second time in its history in 2024, and the details for its national pavilion have been announced. The exhibition, titled “Nigeria Imaginary,” will showcase eight Nigerian and Nigerian-diasporic artists from different generations. It will be sited in a…
Victor Ekpuk: Language and Lineage will be on view at an Open House at Art at Bainbridge from Saturday, July 22, 2023 to Sunday, October 8, 2023. Victor Ekpuk, In Deep Water, ca. 2012, printed 2023, Digital drawing printed on canvas, 223.5 × 254 cmImage courtesy of the…
The works feel deeply personal. They belong to a new exploration of the idea of existing between two emotional spaces and the feelings of “otherness” that can arise from this space.— Christina Kimeze, states at the opening of her exhibition: ‘Something Other Than The World Might Know’ In…
Amoako Boafo, one of Africa’s most influential artists, stands at the forefront, presenting his extraordinary exhibition, “Soul of Black Folks,” at the esteemed Seattle Museum. This captivating showcase delves deep into the concept of double consciousness, where Black individuals skillfully navigate their identities through the multifaceted perspectives of…
During this time of the year which falls between the Cannes and the fall festival, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, famously known as the Oscars, kicks off its annual membership invitation process. The Oscars group have announced that they have extended 398 distinguished artists and…
Hip Hop is a global phenomenon that has defied boundaries. It is continuously evolving, to embrace diverse renditions and genres to reach new heights of creativity. ‘Music is a weapon of the future, a weapon for progress, and a weapon for giving life’ – Fela Kuti. Coinciding with…
It’s common knowledge that the world is currently facing an economic downturn due to the pandemic and the recent Ukraine-Russian war. Major art companies like Artsy have been forced to lay off numerous employees, indicating a clear economic depression. Art, being a unique asset, requires a strategic plan…
What does proximity mean to you? How does proximity impact different subjects in different environments? Well, the show at Bode Gallery features three African artists showing a deeper examination of proximity. Titled: So Close, Yet So Far, the exhibition examines how we engage with the expressive personas of…