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Fisayo Bakare at the exhibition at the Yemisi Shyllon Museum

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In Conversation with: Richard Vedelago, Windsor Gallery Founder

Nov 116 min read

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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...

In Conversation with Tadesse Mesfin on Reclaiming the Narrative of Ethiopian Women

Oct 295 min read

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In Conversation with Tadesse Mesfin on Reclaiming the Narrative of Ethiopian Women

I paint from my own experiences, from what is relatable to me…the women in my paintings are always the heroes, I want to celebrate them....

In Conversation with Jess Castellote: 'Collecting Now' Provides a Glimpse of Nigeria's New Wave of Art Collecting

Oct 217 min read

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In Conversation with Jess Castellote: 'Collecting Now' Provides a Glimpse of Nigeria's New Wave of Art Collecting

In Nigeria’s vibrant art landscape, the role of the collector is rapidly evolving. As the nation's awareness and interest in the art...

In Conversation with Sosa Omorogbe | Founder of The 1897 Gallery

Oct 125 min read

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In Conversation with Sosa Omorogbe | Founder of The 1897 Gallery

In the midst of shifting societal norms and increasing complexity around identity, "Freedom in Multitudes" asks important questions...

In Conversation with Donna Duke: Depicting the Invisible Ties that Bind Cultures and Histories in the "Red Thread" Exhibition

Sep 215 min read

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In Conversation with Donna Duke: Depicting the Invisible Ties that Bind Cultures and Histories in the "Red Thread" Exhibition

“I want viewers to consider the threads that tie them to their own histories, cultures, and identities, while also recognizing how our...

Illuminating Nairobi: A Journey Through the Lens of Barbara Minishi

Aug 287 min read

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Illuminating Nairobi: A Journey Through the Lens of Barbara Minishi

In the dynamic landscape of contemporary photography, few voices resonate as powerfully as Barbara Minishi. Her work, deeply rooted in...

God's Artist: Dianna Offor is Bridging the Gap Between Faith and Art

Aug 913 min read

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God's Artist: Dianna Offor is Bridging the Gap Between Faith and Art

Dianna Offor, nicknamed "God's Artist," is a Nigerian-born visual artist, whose work is dedicated to expressing the essence of God and...

Exploring the Life and Legacy of Yusuf Grillo through the eyes of his daughter

Jul 235 min read

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Exploring the Life and Legacy of Yusuf Grillo through the eyes of his daughter

Imagine growing up surrounded by art that wasn't just on the walls, but woven into the very fabric of Lagos. That was the world of Mrs...

In Conversation: Oliver Enwonwu's 'A Continued legacy' bridges generations and reclaims narratives

May 215 min read

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In Conversation: Oliver Enwonwu's 'A Continued legacy' bridges generations and reclaims narratives

I had the pleasure of speaking with Visual Artist, Oliver Enwonwu on the powerful message behind his new body of work. Highlighting...

Mar 297 min read

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In Conversation With Nduka Ikechukwu

What does an artist require to thrive in a society that often views pursuing art as a frivolous endeavour? Ralph Waldo Emerson, in his...

10 Africans Who Shaped the Global Art Scene in 2024

Obidike Okafor

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10 Africans Who Shaped the Global Art Scene in 2024

Top 5 Exhibitions to See in Lagos This Season

Fredrick Favour

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Top 5 Exhibitions to See in Lagos This Season

MOWAA Get's Two-Year Grant From Ford Foundation

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MOWAA Get's Two-Year Grant From Ford Foundation

Top 5 Exhibitions to See in Lagos This Season

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Reclaimed: SPH Fine Art Fairs & Events Hosts Group Show in South Africa

Dec 12 min read

Benin Unveils Inaugural Art Fair, An Extravaganza of Edo's Cultural Renaissance

Nov 242 min read