This January, Forbes released a list of women who are proving that age has nothing to do with achievement. This list cuts across Europe, Middle East and Africa. Here are the notable female artists recognized for leading the way throughout the African industry. Nike Davies-Okundaye Image courtesy of…
Beninese conceptual artist Meschac Gaba was born in 1961 in Cotonou, Benin. He studied at the Rijksakademie voor Beeldende Kunsten in Amsterdam in 1996-7 and currently lives and works between Contonou and Rotterdam. His work explores themes of globalization, consumerism, and the Western museum through acts of artistic appropriation.…
Savannah African Art Museum is a non-profit institution that introduces all audiences to African art and culture. Our mission is to provide engaging experiences that educate and start conversations about the power, diversity, and spirituality of African art. The market on the second floor of the Taracotta Gallery Image…
From empowerment to finding one’s inner self, telling meaningful stories to sending powerful messages, art has served many functions throughout history. They also Commemorate important events of any kind connecting us with the chain of humanity that stretches back for millennia, making human life more significant and valuable. With…
Born in Ghana in 1944, El Anatsui is one of the most highly acclaimed artists in Africa’s History and foremost contemporary artists in the world. His practice involves the transformation of simple materials into astounding sculptural forms. These complex assemblages therefore create a distinctive visual impact on his…
The 2023 Young Contemporaries exhibition runs from January 8th – February 18th at Rele Gallary. Founded in 2015 to act as a critical interface between the African and international art worlds, Rele Gallery is a dynamic contemporary art gallery with 2 locations between Lagos, Nigeria and Los Angeles,…
In 2022, Nosakhare Igbinosa, Hezekiah Okon, Moses Ojeleye and Dumbor Debeeh were the fifth edition, Art Master Africa, (AMA) winners of the ballpoint pen art competition organized by BIC. Art Master Africa is an annual competition that is open to artists and creatives across the Middle East and…
Photographer Carolina Arantes documents the daily life of French women of African heritage through her long-term First Génération project, published in a new book by fisheye editions. These women are believed to be in search of a solid mixed identity in the country. This collection of images is a documentary…
The Christophe Person gallery presents “ EXPLORER L’INTIME ” works by two Cameroonian artists, Wilfried Mbida and Manga Lulu Williams to mark its new beginning. The Christophe Person gallery, located at 39 Rue des Blancs-Manteaux in Paris, during its opening exhibition on Thursday, December 15, 2022. OLIVIER HERVIAUX Image courtesy of Le Monde Christophe…
Image courtesy of Lambda To Precious Okoyomon, chaos can be an artistic tool. Time and time again, they have created massive site-specific installations from entire rooms and galleries and turned them into spaces for play, respite and reflection. The artist is known for their use of organic materials…