The art world is ever evolving with trends coming and going with time. Here are 5 predicted art trends for 2024: Political Art In 2024, there will be a spotlight on political art and art that centers around social justice and activism. More artists are using their works…
The term “Afrofuturism” was first coined in 1993 by American cultural critic Mark Dery. However, its origins trace back to the late 20th century, particularly with the publication of novels like Octavia Butler’s “Kindred” and Samuel R. Delany’s “Dhalgren.” These novels imagine worlds where sci-fi, fantasy, and magic…
The 2024 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair’s Morocco edition held at the prestigious Marrakech’s Mamounia hotel, but for the first time, it also took place at DADA, a multidisciplinary art space that is currently mid-renovation. The exterior of La Mamounia hotel, the main site of the 2024 edition of the…
Successful art fairs are typically successful for a reason. They generate significant attention and sales because they often showcase exceptional artworks that captivate audiences. Nevertheless, the level of success at an art fair may not always accurately reflect the quality of the artworks. There are so many gems…
Africa Supernova “Africa Supernova – Contemporary African Painting Collection” by Carla and Pieter Schulting unveils a vibrant narrative of diverse African art. The catalogue showcases 170 artworks by 154 artists from 33 countries and the diaspora. Curators and collectors Carla and Pieter Schulting have curated an accompanying exhibition,…
Minneapolis Institute of Art, Mia, seeks a Chair of the Arts of Global Africa, whose role is to enhance, interpret and publish Mia’s collection of African art and to promote understanding and appreciation of African art through its collection, making it accessible to the largest possible audience. Minneapolis…
Visiting art exhibitions is a pleasant way to escape into a world of colourful hues and eye-catching paintings. Through human ingenuity, it acts as a portal to the wonders of our planet. These gatherings provide us with a singular chance to further extend our horizons and heighten our…
The Japan Art Association has named architect Diébédo Francis Kéré the 2023 architecture laureate for the Praemium Imperiale awards. At Kéré Architecture, Berlin, May 2023. Image courtesy of The Japan Art Association / The Sankei Shimbun The Praemium Imperiale is a global arts prize awarded annually by the…
Since its inception, the BASA Awards have recognized 342 successful business and artistic collaborations. This year, the BASA Awards broke tradition and held its signature event in Cape Town for the first time at the breathtaking Zeitz Museum of Contemporary African Art in the V&A Waterfront. Business and…