In a momentous achievement, the Nigeria-born British artist, Lanre Olagoke, recently received the prestigious MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) from King Charles. This recognition is also a testament to his outstanding dedication to services for charity and young people, showcasing a humanitarian work through…
Hyacinthe Ouattara is a self-taught plastic artist from Burkina Faso. His work delves into the intricate world of molecular vibrations, connecting personal DNA to survival in this vast and complex world. His name is a direct translation of the English word Hyacinth and the Greek god Hyakinthos. He…
Kenyan artist Chemu Ng’ok, celebrated for her abstracted figures and figurative forms, will now be represented by Goodman Gallery. As part of this announcement, Goodman Gallery recapped Ng’ok’s first institutional exhibition at Fondazione ICA Milano and her first solo exhibition in the UK with the gallery’s branch in…
The 2024 edition of the Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale returns for its second edition at the JAX District in Diriyah. The latest biennial encompasses works and presentations by over 90 artists from more than 40 countries including El Anatsui, Hamra Abbas, Joan Jonas, Tiffany Chung, and many more.…
In the anticipation of Marrakech 2024, 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair announces its return to New York for its 10th edition. 1-54 New York 2023. Image courtesy of 1-54. The ninth edition of 1-54 in New York in 2023 was a momentous milestone for the fair and its…
In a significant step to enhance Nigeria’s arts industry, the President has appointed 11 dynamic chief executive officers to lead various agencies within the federal Ministry of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy. Among the notable appointees is Obi Asika, founder and CEO of Storm 360, who now serves…
Engdaye Lemma’s first solo exhibition, titled “Floating Souls,” will be showcased at Addis Fine Art London from January 18 to February 17, 2024. Engdaye Lemma, Heavenly Creatures, 2023. Courtesy of Addis Fine Art Born in 1980, Lemma’s innovative approach to print-making amalgamates screen-printing, painting, and collage techniques. His…
Two African Galleries, Retro Africa and Goodman Gallery are headed to the second edition of ART SG 2024 – the fair opens in a few days time. ART SG helps galleries to broaden and deepen their networks, and make an impact within the city of Singapore and…
The African Art Hub (TAAH) is thrilled to announce its participation in the highly anticipated 1 – 54 Contemporary African Art Fair in Marrakech, taking place from February 8th to 11th, 2024. TAAH will present the captivating exhibition, “All that is Hidden and Whole,” featuring the distinctive works…
This year, galleries are announcing their astounding exhibitions lined up for 2024. From innovations, exploring forms and styles of expression to documenting histories, here’s a look at a number of standout exhibitions you should see and look forward to in the first month of the year. Leo Robinson,…