The year 2023 in the art world was filled with ‘A LOT’. From progress announcements to scandals and the continuous return of looted artifacts from Africa, this year unfolded as a dynamic and multifaceted chapter in the realm of art. The unfolding events included major developments in the…
Gallery 1957 is a contemporary art gallery with spaces across Accra, Ghana and London, UK. It dedicates its programme to spearheading international exchanges between art practices from these communities and the rest of the world, presenting artists who interrogate concepts of belonging and identity, cultural exchange, and social…
In an evocative display titled “No Ulterior Motive,” the Art Institute of Chicago invites visitors to delve into the profound world captured by renowned South African photographer David Goldblatt. Miriam Diale, 5357 Orlando East, Soweto, 18 October 1972 (1972; printed later), David Goldblatt. Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven.…
Jackson’s Art Prize, formerly Jackson’s Painting Prize, is an annual competition showcasing the exceptional artwork of rising artists from around the world. The competition started in 2016 to spotlight talent in the Jackson’s Art Supplies’ community. With a focus on materials, and impressive expert judging panels made up of…
In a bid to reshape the landscape of the Okahandja Park area, Namibian artist, Ndako Nghipandulwa introduces “Project Babylon.” The initiative not only enhances the community’s aesthetics but also seeks to ignite a profound change in the way its people perceive themselves and their surroundings. Artist Ndako Nghipandulwa…
Southern Guild Gallery is currently hosting two extraordinary solo exhibitions, “Order of Being” by Manyaku Mashilo and “Black Exodus: Summer Departure” by Oluseye. These exhibitions mark a significant cultural and artistic event, drawing researchers and art enthusiasts into deeply introspecting their roots. The exhibitions intertwine African spirituality and…
The Brooklyn Museum recently took a significant stride toward inclusivity by adding 300 works from Black and Asian artists to its collection. Among these noteworthy acquisitions is Esther Mahlangu’s “Untitled” (2017). The South African self-taught artist has experienced a prolific year, marked by the return of her BMW…
As 2023 draws to a close, Stephan Welz & Co., an auction house in Sandton, South Africa, presents their penultimate auction of the year featuring the works of some of South Africa’s most prominent artists. This auction boasts a curated selection of masterpieces that showcase the diversity of…
Museum MMK for Modern Art announces Christelle Oyiri as the recipient of the PONTOPREIS MMK 2024. The prize includes an exhibition at the ZOLLAMT MMK, starting on February 23, 2024, and is also endowed with 10,000 euros, which will be paid out as a scholarship. Museum MMK for Modern…