In the last decade, more East African artists have become well-known on the global circuit of galleries, institutions, and auction houses. Here is a list of top East African painters you should know: Wangechi Mutu Image courtesy of the artist’s Instagram. Kenyan and contemporary painter, Wangechi Mutu (b.…
Founded in November 2020, the Noldor Residency is Ghana’s first independent artist residency and fellowship program for contemporary African artists in Africa. Based in Accra, Ghana, Noldor invites emerging African artists with previous Technical training, who have limited access to infrastructure and material resources, to expand their practice…
For the exploration of imagination, feeling and mythology through colourful, vibrant and thought-provoking compositions, African artists are channelling spirituality as a theme in their work. African art has been defined by its themes of symbolism, functionalism, and utilitarianism. With the creation of rich and varied artistic imagery, spirituality…
One thing you should know is that the African contemporary art scene is doing extremely well. As African artists are becoming increasingly recognized for their talent. With the number of prestigious exhibitions and art fairs in which these artists have participated in recent years, it is clear that…
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…
Throughout the history of art, artists have been able to inspire each other’s art style with or without being aware. An art style is defined by the structure and features of an artwork. An artist’s style of creating art allows an outsider to imagine the artist’s creative process;…
R – L: Dafe Oboro, Belinda Kazeem-KaminskiImage courtesy of The Guardian Nigeria Dafe Oboro and Belinda Kazeem-Kaminski have emerged as winners of the Acess Bank Art X Prize 2022. The Art X Prize offers opportunities for early-career artists from Africa and its Diaspora to develop their creative practices…
African art has reigned for decades exploring numerous media such as painting, sculptures, pottery, textile, jewellery, and masks. Most of these forms embody unique characteristics, building a legacy that has shaped the creative thinking of well-known artists in history. This article highlights 4 historical African art forms that…
Artists have been creating intricate and multidimensional works of art using paper and geometric patterns for a long time. African artists are redefining this age-old artistic medium by exploring geometric patterns, manipulating paper into shapes and patterns through different inventive cutting, layering and bending techniques to get folded…
The most celebrated art fair in America, Art Basel Miami Beach, is expanding for its 20th anniversary edition. The Miami Beach Convention Center will play host to the forthcoming 2022 fair, which will have 283 exhibitors from 38 countries and territories and run from December 1-3. The preview…
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…
Since Art became a career, emerging artists are known to be opportunity seekers, always looking for ways to expand their knowledge in the Arts and sell their created works. The selection of yearly open calls and opportunities for contemporary artists in Africa might be just what you are…
The contemporary art scene in North Africa is booming with artists committed to creating unconventional, innovative and critical works while experimenting with different mediums and starting stimulating conversations about public issues. From the suppression and eventual revival of the art scene in Tunisia to the redefinition of contemporary…
In light of the recent announcement by the National British Museum to return some Benin Bronzes to Nigeria. An online database has been created, called Digital Benin. This online platform highlights and catalogs the bronzes that are all over the world. The known origin of the Benin Bronzes…
Every year, ARTnews releases a Top 200 Collectors List. Highlighting the collector’s profiles from across the world and the art genre of their interest. This year, a few collectors from Africa made the list. Check them out below; Louis Norval – Cape Town, South Africa Genre: Contemporary African…
One of the biggest art events in Dakar, Senegal is returning for its 11th edition. It will take place from November 25 to 11 December 2022. Partcours will open its doors to 30 different establishments to showcase their talents. An array of art forms including; painting, sculpture, architecture,…
According to Statista, Africa is projected to contribute over £12 billion to the Global Art market. African contemporary art is creating a mark in the world and October’s auction at Sotheby’s is an example of that. The top bids from the October edition of the auction include master’s…
Key African Art Fairs in 2023 to Look Out For! As we near the end of 2022 it has been an exciting time in the art space, in Africa. Here are some art fairs to look forward to in 2023. 1. 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair Marrakech, Morocco.…
Art season is in full swing in Lagos, Nigeria. The 13th edition of the Lagos Photo Festival is taking place. The theme; “Remember Me – Liberated Bodies, Charged Objects”, Opened on October 29, in Alliance Francaise/Mike Adenuga Center, Ikoyi, Lagos, and it will still run till 12 November.…