The CAP Prize for Contemporary African Photography is an exposure award aimed at recognizing, promoting and amplifying the works of talented African photographers through a series of exhibitions organized in partnership with renowned international photography institutions and events. Originally established by Benjamin Füglister in 2012, this prestigious award…
Following his entry to the Venice Biennale, renowned architect Sir David Adjaye latest achievement takes center stage. In his recent interview with Art News, Adjaye envisions an ideal city that harmonizes with the Earth. Moreover, he pays tribute to its essence while simultaneously transforming it. His work was…
The Force Majeure exhibition at the Venice Architecture Biennale currently showcases the work of 16 African and diasporic designers. Lesley Lokko curates this exhibition as part of The Laboratory of the Future, one of six shows at the Biennale. Among the participating architects are David Adjaye, Diébédo Francis…
Black Orpheus: Jacob Lawrence and the Mbari Club is an extraordinary exhibition. The exhibition delves into the profound connection between Jacob Lawrence and his contemporaries in West Africa which is possible through the influential Nigerian publication Black Orpheus. This groundbreaking exhibition showcases over 125 objects, including Lawrence’s rarely-seen…
The literary world mourns the loss of Prof. Ama Ata Aidoo. Ama was a pioneering Ghanaian author and African literary legend, who died at the age of 81. On May 31, 2023, her passing left a void in the hearts of readers and writers globally. Earlier today, Prof.…
Vandalism at the De la Warr Pavilion sparks conversation on art’s significance and impact on society. The vandal targeted a monumental sculpture titled “Seated,” which portrays a majestic 10-foot-tall Black woman. The incident follows a series of destructive acts at the pavilion, including the smashing of glass panels.…
The Four Arts Club in Palm Beach is hosting an exhibition of wildlife photographs from Tanzania. The exhibition, titled “Mkapa awards”, features a collection of photographs from the Mkapawards an annual photography competition. The competition celebrates the beauty and diversity of African wildlife. The African Wildlife Foundation, based…
Graffiti art has become one of the most prominent and dynamic art forms in African culture and modern society, characterized by its refreshing, groundbreaking, and euphoric nature. Among the influential figures of graffiti art is Jean-Michel Basquiat, who has left an indelible mark on the genre as we…
Africa Day was formed to celebrate the African Union on 9th September 1999. Since then, Africa has experienced a remarkable artistic renaissance over the past decade. Additionally, artists from the continent have made significant contributions to the global art scene. From captivating exhibitions to groundbreaking installations, Africa’s creative…
Tracey Rose, a fearless artist from Durban, South Africa, embraces various mediums like performance, video, installation, and photography. Her work delves into post-apartheid South Africa and global social dynamics. In her exhibition, Rose emphasizes art’s resistance and disruptive nature, confronting racism, sexism, and colonialism, exposing entrenched inequalities. Tracey…
MoMA’s “New Photography” series triumphantly returns, shedding conceptual haze and delivering a vibrant, captivating exhibition. This time, the focus is on the Nigerian city of Lagos, offering a unique geographic perspective rarely explored by MoMA. By dedicating the show exclusively to photographers with ties to Lagos, curator Oluremi…
Africa has been making a mark in the global art scene, with artists using their work to explore a wide range of themes, styles, and mediums. The recent Frieze New York 2023 and Photo London art fairs featured several African artists, including those represented by the Goodman Gallery…
Mr. Eazi and Osinachi recently participated in a panel discussion at The Milken Institute Global Conference, 2023, in Los Angeles, California. The panel discussed issues facing African creatives today; with a key focus on the topic of “Africa: The Next Frontier for the Creative Economy”. Africa: The Next…
Nicky Marais is a South African born Namibian artist. She is the founder of Visual Arts Namibia and her works depict the socio-economic history of Namibia through abstract forms and colours. Marais’ journey towards being a visual artists started when she studied fine arts at the former Port…
With numerous art platforms, events, and fairs, how can you navigate acquiring African art for your collection? African art is highly valued, with rich history and culture, attracting investors. As a new collector, entering the art world may seem challenging. However, collecting African art offers a vibrant and…
This year’s London Craft Week is showcasing an artist-led exhibition titled Material Beings at Kensington’s Cromwell Place. Curated by the studio collective Forest + Found, the exhibition explores the conceptual nature of craft practice. Artists such as Max Bainbridge, Abigail Booth, Chloé Rosetta Bell, and Francisca Onumah will…
Athi-Patra Ruga is a South African artist who creates works that confront and critique the colonial history of his country. Ruga’s works feature highly constructed environments and glamorous avatars that are an amalgam of spiritual figures and celebrities. He imagines a utopian future free of social norms and…
On the 27th of April, National Freedom Day in South Africa, ‘The African Fashion Spaces Exhibition’ unfolded at Beachwood Gardens in Hyde Park, Johannesburg. The event featured some of South Africa’s great fashion creatives and models, aimed to showcase the diversity and richness of African fashion and heritage…
“It helps to be honest: Blue-chip institutions like Gagosian or David Zwirner are not exactly on the hunt for unknown talent” – Alexxa Gotthardt via Artsy. The exterior of JD Malat Gallery in Mayfair exhibiting ‘In The Beginning And So It Goes…’ by Ayanfe Olarinde – Image courtesy of JD Malat Gallery.…
Following the recent announcement by the Nigerian government on the ownership of the Benin artifacts by the Oba tribe, Western countries agreed to reinstitute the owners. However, lawmakers from Germany’s ruling parties defended their decision to unconditionally restitute 22 Benin bronzes to Nigeria, despite opposition accusations of naivety.…