They should consume us in the light of the truth, in the light of racial injustice, in the light of the things we don’t usually want to discuss.– Esmaa Mohamoud Esmaa Mohamoud fearlessly tackles the complexities of “Black body politics’. Through thought-provoking sculptures, Mohamoud delves into the personal, social, economic,…
These are opportunities for artists, researchers, curators and thinkers to develop and engage on a rich variety of artistic projects with August deadlines. PRINCE CLAUS FUND – MENTORSHIP AWARDMOVING NARRATIVES Moving Narratives amplifies artistic and creative practices that move our understanding of the past and drive our visions of…
Investec Cape Town Art Fair is proud to host its 11th edition from 16-18 February 2024. Investec Cape Town Art Fair is Africa’s largest art fair bringing together a diverse group of celebrated exhibitors, including prominent galleries from around the world showcasing predominately contemporary art. The Fair offers an…
The works of the late artist Hamid Zénati and his plethora of forms, patterns, colors, materials, and techniques are on display at Munich’s Haus der Kunst. The exhibition, All-Over, is the first institutional exhibition dedicated to the work of the artist Hamid Zénati. ”Hamid Zénati. All-Over”, installation view,…
From Residencies, Fellowships, and open calls here is our list of opportunities for artists, and art workers. Yaa Asantewaa Art Prize 2023 (An Art Prize For Women Artists From Ghana And Its Diaspora) Official poster for Jury Panel. Image courtesy of Gallery 1957. Gallery 1957 is proud to…
The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) and the University of the Western Cape (UWC) are pleased to announce an open call for a year-long museum fellowship programme, developed to educate a new generation of art and museum professionals in Africa. The Zeitz MOCAA & University of…
The Leiden National Museum of Antiquities in the Netherlands faces a ban on future excavations in the necropolis Saqqara. Egyptian authorities took offense at the exhibition “Kemet: Egypt in Hip Hop, Jazz, Soul & Funk” for its depiction of ancient Egypt. Additionally, the head of Foreign Missions of…
The Open Country Mag, in collaboration with Africa No Filter, has announced their first call for submissions for a new fellowship for African curators. Sponsored by Africa No Filter, The Open Country Mag Curatorial Fellowships intends to provide direct motivation, technical know-how, and funding support for new projects…
The CIMAM (International Committee for Museums and Collections of Modern and Contemporary Art) is calling curators of modern or contemporary art from Africa willing to develop their professional skills by attending their annual conference. Casa Esment, Palma. Image courtesy of CIMAM. Apply for a Travel Grant supported by…