What does it mean to heal your inner child? Saidou Dicko provides a profound answer, inviting audiences worldwide to relive nostalgic moments from their childhood. Hailing from Burkina Faso, Dicko’s art mirrors a typical African home, capturing its essence and glory. Through a unique blend of mediums, Dicko’s…
IVORY COAST – The Adama Toungara d’Abobo Contemporary Museum, also known as MuCAT (Musée des Cultures Contemporaines Adama Toungara), in collaboration with Astro Cast, presented an exhibition that delved into the uncertainty of the future during unsettled times. The Culture Shock exhibition was held in Abidjan, Ivory Coast,…
Lagos, Nigeria – Speaking at a recent briefing, Keturah Ovio and Peter Imo, co-directors at Patrons MCAA, shared deep insights towards how Nigeria could unlock more than $13 billion in annual revenue from its thriving art industry. They also announced the upcoming Small and Iconic Miniature Arts Exhibition,…
An upcoming art exhibition entitled “Nigeria 1914” is set to commemorate the nation’s 63rd Independence Day. The project director, Mr Akin Laniyi, said the exhibition will showcase Nigeria’s rich history, milestones, and iconic figures. The collection also features a variety of historical portraits, artefacts, and paintings, providing a comprehensive…
LAGOS, NIGERIA – Judging from the multi-faceted exhibition at Nomadic Art Gallery this month, “Enlightenment” takes many forms as evidenced by the diversity of works by Nigerian multi-media artist, Dudu Emmanuel, whose solo exhibition with Nomadic Art Gallery is bound to evoke emotions.In the exhibition, that features Dudu’s…
College hunting as an artist or art professional can be a little daunting at times. You could be searching for the one with the best reputation, lower fees, proximity or where you’ll see the most improvement. There are a vast number of colleges for artists and art professionals…
Olubunmi Agusto has emerged a winner of the 2023 Mansfield-Ruddock Art Prize, an award funded by the Ruddock Foundation for the Arts, alongside Paige Diedrick-Edwards. Olubunmi Agusto has emerged a winner of the 2023 Mansfield-Ruddock Art Prize. Image courtesy of Mansfield College, University of Oxford. The Mansfield-Ruddock Art…
Oluwatosin Ajibade-better known by the stage name Mr Eazi – launches his latest album ‘The Evil Genius’, an international exhibition at Gallery 1957 in Accra, Ghana featuring expressive works from young visual artists across Africa who have produced artworks in response to music from his forthcoming album. Image courtesy…
September 23-November 5, 2023Opening Reception: Saturday, September 23, 5-8 PM kó presents 7 artists in this group exhibition; Tofo Bardi, Jonathan Chambalin, Damilola Ilori, Chinezim Moghalu, Mobolaji Ogunrosoye, Laura Tolen, and Suleyman Wellings-Longmore, exploring the complex layering of identity through techniques of image manipulation, distortion, and collage, offering alternative perspectives on personhood. The title…
Oxford University proudly announces its partnership with the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA). This collaboration initiative aims to revolutionize archaeological research and education in West Africa. Moreover, the collaboration aims to establish a dedicated center within the Pavilion, a cornerstone of MOWAA’s creative district in Benin City.…