The Stevenson Gallery in South Africa recently announced the passing of its visionary director, Andrew Da Conceicao. Andrew has been instrumental in establishing the gallery as a beacon of hope for African artists since 2003. He has propelled it to become one of the most prestigious and high-profile…
The exhibition, Smell The Flowers While You Can, is a group presentation of Megan Gabrielle Harris and Lulama Wolf’s works at OOA Gallery. Despite Wolf and Harris’ unique and distinct practices, what bonds these artists’ is their base appreciation and longing for a time when simplicity and naturalism…
The open call for the Art Exchange: Moving Image programme, a collaborative and cross-cultural curatorial professional development and exhibition programme for early to mid-career visual arts curators from Sub-Saharan Africa working with moving image. The programme is supported by the British Council and organised by LUX, the UK…
Hypebeast Africa and Samsung have joined forces to launch an exciting opportunity for the next generation of South African creatives. The Culture Scout competition offers visual artists, photographers, and filmmakers the chance to showcase their talents and connect with a global audience. Additionally, creatives will get the chance…
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…
In the realm of great artists, names like da Vinci, Van Gogh, and Picasso stand tall. Yet, amidst them shines Esther Mahlangu—a powerhouse of vibrant creativity. She was born on November 11, 1935, in the heart of South Africa’s Ndebele nation. Mahlangu embodies contemporary African art in its…
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 Museum Of Fine Arts, Houston is proud to present the acclaimed exhibition William Kentridge: ‘In Praise of Shadows’ from June 25–September 10, 2023. The exhibition surveys 35 years in the career of the celebrated South African artist. With more than 80 works, spanning various mediums, Kentridge’s exploration…
Namibia just signed a recent bill to impose a tax on digital assets, cryptocurrencies, and virtual asset service providers (VASPs) in the country. This is a significant move proposed by the African Union on the budding and growing African industry. The rise of platforms in Namibia such as…
‘Blue eyes sapphirus falco columbarius’, by McCreedy, sold for an astounding R8.2m at the Art Basel exhibition in Switzerland. The work is an extraordinary collaboration between South African-born artist Conor McCreedy and renowned jewelry designer Suzanne Syz. The artists depict a blue falcon, the fastest-flying bird on earth’s…