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Nov 30, 2024
WO'AMA Art Business Conference 2024: A Pivotal Forum for Africa's Art Economy
The African art industry is set to converge in Lagos this December for the highly anticipated Wo'Ama Art Business Conference 2024 , a...
Nov 30, 2024
Osa Seven Takes Benin’s History To Rio: A Solo Exhibition At The Muhcab-Museum Of Afro Brazilian History And Culture, Rio De Janeiro
Renowned visual artist Osa Seven is currently showcasing his solo exhibition, "1897: An Urban Contemporary Representation of Historic...
Nov 28, 2024
Agnès Brezephin Wins the Grand Prix Léopold Sédar Senghor du Dak'Art 2024, Receives Prize from the Senegalese Head of State
The Grand Prix of the Head of State Léopold Sédar Senghor was awarded, at the opening of the 15th Biennale of Contemporary African Art...
Nov 27, 2024
Smithsonian National Museum of African Art Welcomes Seven Global Leaders
As the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art marks its 60th anniversary, it has announced a the appointment of seven new members to...
Nov 25, 2024
Amanda Akokhia Wins the 2024 Fashion Photographer at the British Photography Awards
Nigerian fashion photographer Amanda Akokhia has been awarded the winner of the 2024 Fashion Photographer category at The British...
Nov 24, 2024
Benin Unveils Inaugural Art Fair, An Extravaganza of Edo's Cultural Renaissance
From November 29 to December 8, 2023, Benin City will host the inaugural edition of the Benin Art Fair, themed Homepage to the Red City ....
Nov 23, 2024
The Central Museum of Textiles in Łódź Announces Theme for the 18th International Triennial of Textile, Opens Call for Artist Submissions
The Central Museum of Textiles in Łódź has officially announced the 18th edition of the International Triennial of Textile, formally the...
Nov 19, 2024
Dreaming New Worlds take Guests into the Future
Attending 'Dreaming New Worlds' is like stepping into a surreal episode of Doctor Who, where, instead of a red phone booth, you walk into...
Nov 18, 2024
Art X Lagos: West Africa’s Premier Art Showcase and the Sales Driving Its Growth
In just nine years, Art X Lagos has evolved into the beating heart of West Africa’s art scene. From October 31 to November 3, 2024,...
Nov 18, 2024
IyunOla Sanyaolu's "How to Hold a Moonbeam; How Do You Hold Memory?" at Rele Gallery
IyunOla Sanyaolu’s exhibition How to Hold a Moonbeam; How Do You Hold Memory?, at Rele Gallery in Lagos, Nigeria, explores themes of...
Nov 16, 2024
Arébénor Basséne’s “Tarana” Exhibition Examines Lost Histories and Mythic Journeys
In Tarana, Senegalese artist Arébénor Basséne reimagines history through layered batik works, exploring an alternate trans-Atlantic...
Nov 15, 2024
The 15th Dakar Biennale: Here is What to Expect
The 15th edition of the Dakar Biennale, a major international platform for contemporary African art, taking place in Dakar, Senegal, from...
Nov 11, 2024
In Conversation with: Richard Vedelago, Windsor Gallery Founder
Windsor Gallery is becoming a prominent player in the West African art scene, expanding its influence from Lagos to Abuja and Abidjan in...
Nov 9, 2024
Lagos Biennial Announces Theme for its 2026 Edition
In two years, the city of Lagos will host the 5th edition of the Lagos Biennial , promising an ambitious and transformative experience...
Nov 7, 2024
Temple Muse Hosts Alain Ngann’s "NLANGA GOL": A Celebration of African Heritage Through the Lens of a Master Photographer
Temple Muse | Lagos, Nigeria Exhibition Dates: 29th October – 17th November 2024 Temple Muse, West Africa’s premier luxury concept store...
Nov 7, 2024
Christiana Ine-Kimba Boyle Leaves Pace for New York's Canada Gallery
Christiana Ine-Kimba Boyle returns to Canada gallery as partner and co-owner, after leaving her post as senior director of Pace Gallery....
Nov 6, 2024
MOWAA - Making a Museum
How do you make a Museum? There's no single answer to this question. It's like asking how to raise a child in Africa: it takes a village....
Nov 4, 2024
Creating Art, Preserving Rights: A Deep Dive into Authenticity and Ownership in Nigeria’s Visual Arts Scene
For people in the visual arts grappling with issues of authorship, intellectual property, and the increasing commercialization of...
Nov 4, 2024
Art Meets Tech at Dreaming New Worlds 2024
Goethe-Institut Nigeria is set to host the public —and curious minds beyond—to “ Dreaming New Worlds 2024.” This month-long cultural...
Nov 4, 2024
Applications Now Open for the Mazra’ah Media Arts Residency at Diriyah Art Futures
The call for creativity by Diriyah Art Futures has officially begun as the Mazra’ah Media Arts Residency invites visionary artists and...
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