Curator Larry Ossei-Mensah has organized a transformative exhibition titled “The Speed of Grace” at Simões de Assis, Sao Paolo, Brazil. This exhibition stands as a powerful testament to the ability of art to challenge norms, reshape narratives, and bridge cultural divides.
From August 21st to 25th, the vibrant streets of Accra, Ghana, transformed into a captivating art haven during the annual Chale Wote Arts Festival. This five-day celebration resonated with the pulse of creativity and embraced the power of community.
As the contemporary art scene in Africa continues to boom, Ghana serves as one of the countries leading the charge. With that in mind, Richmond Orland Mensah immortalizes the artists’ voices with the launch of the publication; VOICES: Ghana’s Artists in Their Own Words. Richmond Orlando Mensah is…
Educator, researcher, and artist Senam Okudzeto has received the prestigious Paul Boesch Prize for 2023 in Switzerland. This award is one of Switzerland’s highest art awards. Having excelled in creating politically charged artworks, Okudzeto will receive a sum of 50,000 Swiss francs.
Art therapy utilizes various creative outlets to alleviate mental stress and enhance well-being. The use of art for mental wellness originates in ancient Africa, where diverse cultures and communities appointed specific individuals to tend to their overall well-being. These healers/diviners served as intermediaries between the spirit and human…
Spanning the continent, diverse African artists have captivated our attention with their innovative works, addressing various pressing societal concerns. Continuously, these African artists shed light on the multifaceted nature of art on the continent.
The Peace of Westphalia was concluded 375 years ago ending the 30-year war with two peace treaties. To mark this anniversary, the Kunsthalle Osnabrück is doing a research and exhibition project in collaboration with the internationally renowned Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama.
Wura-Natasha Ogunji has captivated the art world with her multifaceted practice. She employs traverse mediums and explores intricate themes as she journeys between the two countries.
In this project presented by Galerie Cécile Fakhoury, Cheikh Ndiaye takes a different route from his previous series where he featured West African cinemas as a medium for social and historical reading.