Established in May 2024 in Kampala, Uganda, BlackBox Africa is on a quest to offer much needed support for the proliferation of arts in East Africa and beyond. To achieve this, its institutional residency programme provides emerging and mid-career artists space, materials, mentorship and finance to research and…
Lulama Wolf Mlambo (b. 1993) visual artist based in Johannesburg, South Africa. She graduated from the University of Johannesburg with a degree in Fine Art and fashion. Known for different forms of art expressions, Lulama Wolf makes use of photography and mixed media digital collages as well as…
In a significant move to elevate artistic voices from Central Africa, Gasworks has announced an open call for its prestigious residency program. Gasworks invites artists from Angola, Cameroon, the Central African Republic, Chad, the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, as well as…
Goodman Gallery is pleased to present ‘Irapuru’, a group exhibition highlighting practices that articulate beauty within contexts of sociopolitical complexity and struggle. The title for the exhibition is taken from Laura Lima’s large-scale textile work; which explores Brazilian mythology, nature and the transformation of materials over time. In…
Hamed Maiye | Joseph Ijoyemi | Mofoluso Eludire | Nana Danso Awuah-Asante | Nduka Ikechukwu 10 AUGUST 2024 – 15 SEPTEMBER 2024 Affinity Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of the group exhibition, Communal Bond, which brings together the works of five contemporary artists: Hamed Maiye, Joseph…
The Kòbọmọjẹ́ Artist Residency has announced Ana Hupe and Ganiu Ismail as the recipients of its 2024 open call. Ana Hupe and Ganiu Ismail (Image courtesy: artists) The selection committee chose these talented artists from a competitive pool of applicants, awarding them a four-week residency to immerse themselves…
Art festivals play a significant role in shaping and sustaining culture. These art fairs and festival create platforms that allow for artistic expression, bringing together different communities to engage and celebrate with art. With artists experimenting with different art mediums, styles and themes, art has become a means…
Refugees embark on a perilous journey to safety, fleeing war, persecution, and violence. In doing so, they must abandon not only their homes but also their sense of identity and belonging. However, art therapy can empower them to reclaim their lost sense of self. Through creative expression, refugees…
Katara Cultural Village recently unveiled a profound tribute to the late Sudanese painter and calligraphy artist Osman Waqialla, celebrating his artistic legacy with an exceptional exhibition. Celebrating the Legacy of Osman Waqialla (Image credits: Katara Cultural Village) Inaugurated by Khalid bin Ibrahim Al Sulaiti, General Manager of Katara…
African masks are more than mere adornments; they are intricate tapestries woven with the threads of culture, spirituality, and identity. Beyond their aesthetic appeal, these artifacts serve as powerful conduits for communication, transformation, and social commentary. They reveal as much as they conceal, inviting viewers to decipher the…