The 16th edition of FNB Art Joburg fair (7 – 10 September 2023) presented one of the best shows this month . Following another successful year of the FNB Art Joburg Fair, we are left to reminisce on the multidimensional and highly expressive artworks that make us yearn…
Southern Guild, a Cape Town-based gallery, joins the growing cohort of galleries expanding to Los Angeles. In tandem with its debut presentation at The Armory Show in New York (7-10 September), the gallery’s expansion marks a significant milestone as the first-ever permanent US public exhibition space for a…
The weekend marked the launch of the BMW Art Generation program in South Africa., The event featured a series of immersive events that celebrate contemporary African culture. The event is a collaboration between FNB Art Joburg and BMW Group South Africa, which aims to cultivate a new generation…
For the 11th consecutive year, Somerset House in London welcomes back the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair. From October 12 to 15, 2023, this exhibition boasts its largest gathering yet, featuring 62 international exhibitors and 14 new galleries.
Gabi Ngcobo has been appointed as the new director of Kunstinstituut Melly in Rotterdam. Selected by the Supervisory Board of Kunstinstituut Melly following an open call, Ngcobo, an internationally renowned curator, comes to this role from her job as Curatorial Director of the Javett Art Centre at the University of Pretoria in South Africa.
Dada Khanyisa (they/them) is a renowned multimedia artist from Umzimkhulu, South Africa. In collaboration with the Johannesburg Art Gallery, they will present an exciting body of work titled “Cape Town” on August 26, 2023. Dada Khanyisa carries the vibrant spirit of their homeland in their artistic journey, which…
Art therapy utilizes various creative outlets to alleviate mental stress and enhance well-being. The use of art for mental wellness originates in ancient Africa, where diverse cultures and communities appointed specific individuals to tend to their overall well-being. These healers/diviners served as intermediaries between the spirit and human…
The Melrose Gallery in South Africa is pleased to announce the opening of the largest annual sculpture fair, SculptX. This monumental event is the sixth edition of SculptX, which will run from the 1st to the 3rd of September. This year’s event is packed with notable sculptors worldwide,…
Spanning the continent, diverse African artists have captivated our attention with their innovative works, addressing various pressing societal concerns. Continuously, these African artists shed light on the multifaceted nature of art on the continent.
The Latitudes Center for the Arts (LCA), located in the heart of Cape Town, presents a captivating and thought-provoking exhibition titled “All That She Carried.” This large-scale exhibition celebrates Women’s Month by showcasing contemporary art that delves into the complexities of womanhood, identity, and history.