‘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…
‘Art as a Weapon’ is an exhibition of mixed-media collage and sculpture by Congolese-Romanian artist Maliza Kiasuwa at Morton Fine Art. This is the artist’s second solo exhibition with the gallery. Maliza Kiasuwa, Talisman 2, 2023, 16.5 x 12.5 in, Collage on paperImage courtesy of the artist and…
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…
‘Nzulu Yemfihlakalo’ is a fresh collection of oil paintings by South African artist Cinga Samson, which is proudly on display at White Cube Mason’s Yard. Dreamlike large-scale tableaux and portraits draw from his environment and metaphysical concerns, prompting the viewer to confront the epistemological boundaries of our collective…
Zanele Muholi, Qhawe, Umbumbulu, KwaZulu Natal, 2020Image courtesy of Zanele Muholi Southern Guild presents a self-titled, autobiographical exhibition of the works of visual activist Zanele Muholi from 15 June to 17 August. The exhibition will feature several monumental bronze sculptures – the artist’s largest presentation of new sculpture…
When searching for documentaries to watch, Art21 is a good place to start. With so many great documentaries on the platform to choose from, it can be hard to pick one. Here, we have curated a list for you to start with. What the Camera Cannot See, Richard…
Did you know that you can trigger a memory by looking at everyday mundane things? Well, for Bronwyn Katz, her upbringing, dominated by the world’s largest hand-dug diamond mine is a true testament to her art. Her unique sculptural practice revolves around the art of excavation. This has…
The 16th of June, National Youth Day in South Africa, honours and remembers the youth of 1976 who opposed the apartheid education system for black people in the streets of Soweto. This year the Ndiza Gallery in Harbour Island, Gordon’s Bay, has opened its doors to aspiring young artists to…
It’s no news Art Basel’s 2023 edition in Basel is around the corner. Like every other editions, this will be packed with exciting events and new opportunities to experience art. Ahead of the Basel edition, the organization released a guide to enable their new and existing followers navigate…