Handicraft is the making of decorative domestic or other objects by hand. Focusing on the processing of materials by hand with hand tools, the results are usually ancient, revised, traditional or fashionable pieces. Some of the benefits of practising handicrafts are that it stimulates creativity and the imagination…
There is no gainsaying that African women have contributed significantly to the development and appreciation of African art. Historically, African women participated in their rich cultural art heritage as artists, scholars, patrons, and entrepreneurs. This continued into the contemporary era, with increasing traction for women’s works made possible…
South Africa has a strong artistic history dating back over 4000 years from the large collection of artworks on the walls of rock shelters and caves created by the San people to the conceptual art that came about towards the end of apartheid in the 1990s. With such…
At Art News Africa, we are documenting the African Art revolution and supporting African art through its initiatives. In 2022, we spotlighted African artists and artists with African heritage; African art events within and outside the continent; African curators and curators with African heritages’ breakthrough; galleries and art…
Finding the right holiday gifts for an art lover shouldn’t be difficult or out of the way. One can get them thoughtful art-inspired gifts that would make good collectibles items that they will hold dearly. Get inspired with ANA’s guide to the best presents for an art enthusiast…
It is a known fact that Museums are not the only places art collections are built. Now there are private art collections that belong to Indvidual’s and organization around the world who hunger for the comforting and relaxing images. From the International and local collections of art lovers,…
In no particular order, the ANA Team curates a list of artists under 40 years who are changing the game in the art world. Michael Armitage Image courtesy of Royal Academy of Arts Painting with oil on Lubugo, a native bark cloth from Uganda that is beaten over…
An Economy of Grace An Economy Of Grace, Dacia Carter, 2012, Oil On Canvas, 76.2cm x 60.96cm – Image courtesy of Kehinde Wiley Kehinde Wiley is an American artist best known for portraits that feature African Americans in the traditional settings of Old Master paintings. Kehinde Wiley: An Economy of…
There are always nuggets of information that can make a tremendous difference. From games to trivial questions, these facts are about everywhere to expand knowledge and boost understanding of the world around us. One of the best things about did you know facts is that we can easily…
It is no news that African art has witnessed a season of flourishing. International galleries have learned to embrace those who create and interpret traditional aesthetics, socio-economic realities, diverse beauty and navigating mental health crises in their community. Today, we take you through a journey of discovery to…