Renowned Ghanaian photographer Thomas Fynn has brought his captivating exhibition, “Spirit Possession: Celebration of Ghanaian Faces, African Culture, and Heritage,” to California. Thomas Fynn collaborates with U.S. photographer Thomas Appleton Lamb and textile artist Allyson Allen. (Image Credits: GNA) This cultural showcase, runs from June 1 to June…
Selfless Art Gallery, an online art space, is bringing a real-world pop-up exhibition to Tribeca this month. The exhibition, titled “The Multifaceted Journey Towards Inner Balance and Peace,” showcases the dynamic works of four artists: Sunday Olaniyi, Hector Maldonado, Eli Portman, and Pierre Salvan. Ilefo, Sunday Olaniyi, Beads…
Sanad Sherif, known as Nad, recently concluded his debut solo show, Temporal Alchemy, at Kamene Art Residency in Nairobi. This marked the end of his two-month-long residency at Kamene Center in collaboration with the Rest Residency team. The exhibition, curated by Larissa-Diana Fuhrmann, addressed mental health issues faced…
ArtX Lagos, West Africa’s premier international art fair, has announced the dates for its ninth edition, scheduled to take place from October 31st to November 3rd, 2024. The event commences with the Collectors’ Preview on October 31st, followed by the VIP Preview on November 1st, and Public Open…
Nigerian artist Olaolu Slawn has unveiled his groundbreaking design for the 2024 FA Cup trophy, heralding a new era in the tournament’s storied history. Nigerian artist Olaolu Slawn poses with his innovative 2024 FA Cup trophy design (Photo courtesy of artist) Commissioned by the Football Association (FA), Slawn,…
First National Bank will host Ghana’s largest immersive art exhibition in partnership with EMY Africa and the Ghana Artist Alliance. This event, part of the EMY Africa EXPO 2024, promises a premier weekend affair spotlighting businesses, products, and services in the art and entertainment sectors. EMY Africa EXPO…
The National Museum of African Art will mark its 60th anniversary with a special exhibition featuring nine Benin Bronzes from the royal court of Benin. These artworks, originally taken during the 1897 British raid on Benin City, have been officially returned to Nigeria. The exhibition opens on Monday,…
Infinite /ˈɪnfɪnət/ – adjective: limitless or endless in space, extent, or size; impossible to measure or calculate. Woman -/ˈwʊmən/- an adult female human being. Foundation Carminagnac, France is hosting an exciting exhibition titled ‘The Infinite Woman’. With over 60 works from notable artists such as Sandro Botticelli, Bourgeois…
South African artist, Lebohang Kganye has won the prestigious Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation Prize for her captivating exhibition, “Haufi nyana? I’ve come to take you home.” Lebohang Kganye, Mohlokomedi wa Tora, Scene 2, 2018. Photo: Lebohang Kganye/Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation. Kganye was awarded the £30,000 prize at a ceremony at…
Goodman Gallery Cape Town presents ‘A Slow Succession with Many Interruptions’, a group exhibition that contemplates artists’ responses to the changing landscape of the 21st century. The exhibition’s title draws inspiration from American art historian George Kubler’s influential 1962 work, ‘The Shape of Time’, which presents a framework…
In a joint declaration, the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) and the University of the Western Cape (UWC) have announced an open call for a year-long museum fellowship initiative aimed at nurturing a fresh cadre of art and museum professionals across Africa. Open Call: Museum…
Once again, G.A.S. Foundation has partnered with Tilga Art Prize to host the winner of the annual open call at G.A.S. for an all-expenses-paid residency. Tilga Art Prize calls on artists aged 18 to 30, residing in Nigeria or of Nigerian descent, to submit their creative proposals. These…
Black Liquid Art, on May 11, 2024, welcomed patrons to a thought-provoking exploration titled ‘Beyond the Surface: The Inner World of Portraits’. This exhibition, centered on the portrayal of African women, beckons viewers to delve into the multifaceted essence of womanhood, particularly within the African context. “THROUGH HER…
In a bid to foster a thriving community of emerging talents across the African continent and its diaspora, the inaugural Madhouse Residency Programme has opened its doors, inviting applications from aspiring artists, creators, and also innovators. This transformative initiative promises a holistic educational experience, brimming with support, mentorship,…
The ADA\ Art Gallery in Accra, Ghana, is currently showcasing an evocative solo exhibition titled “The Allegory of a Seeker,” by the talented artist Abdur Rahman Muhammad. The Allegory of a Seeker exhibition by Abdur Rahman Muhammad. (Photo credits: ADA Accra) Running until June 2, 2024, this exhibition…
Senegal’s Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Culture has announced the postponement of the fifteenth iteration of the Dak’Art Biennale of Contemporary African Art by six months. Originally slated for May 16–June 16 of this year, the event will now run from November 7 to December 7. A performance…
1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair is thrilled to announce the return of 1-54 New York, from the 1st until the 4th of May 2024, its largest edition to date. In its 10th year, this edition will see 1-54 widen its dilating imprint upon the city by relocating to…
Leading Pan-African art competition, Absa L’Atelier has officially announced the opening of entries for its 2024 art competition, marking the commencement of yet another exciting chapter in the vibrant world of African art. Absa L’Atelier 2024 Art Competition For 37 years, Absa has been hosting an annual competition…
The National Gallery of Namibia opened an exhibition dedicated to exploring the cultural customs and identity of the country’s looted art in Windhoek this April. The exhibition, themed “Artistic Research Communal Knowledge (ARCK): Reconnecting with Returned Cultural Belongings,” features 23 cultural and historical belongings that were returned from…
Spanish law enforcement recently apprehended an antique dealer involved in the illicit sale of a stolen Egyptian sculpture dating back to 1450 BCE. Authorities say a 3,500-year-old sculpture was falsely documented and put up for sale at the art fair. (Photo credits: Policia Nacional) Before the event, the…