“Black African identity”: an analysis of the works of Emmanuel Taku
In many cultures, art has always been an important means of communication and expression. In Africa, art has been used to tell stories, transmit traditions and customs, and reaffirm the…
“Contemporary artistic charm”: Enter a cocoon of restful familiarity through Ian Micheal’s “Intimacies” exhibition
Discover a unique and immersive visual art exhibition at Galerie Mariane Ibrahim. From June 8 to July 22, 2023, the art space welcomes contemporary artist Ian Micheal with his installation…
Call for entries: the Dakar Biennale invites artists to participate in its 15th edition of contemporary art
The Minister of Culture and Historical Heritage in partnership with the General Secretariat of the Biennale of Contemporary African Art declares open from June 1 to August 31, 2023 the…
“Artistic residency” : Black Rock Senegal announces the artists selected for the fourth year of its residency program
On July 05, 2023, the renowned West African residency program, Black Rock Senegal created in 2019 by renowned contemporary artist Kehinde Wiley, announced its next generation of fellows. Indeed, the…
“Hòxó”: a moving visual narrative by Violaine Lochu and Marcel Gbeffa presented at Frac Nouvelle-Aquitaine MÉCA
The Musée d'Art Contemporain la Frac Nouvelle-Aquitaine MÉCA presents the opening and exhibition of the performance "Hòxó", the result of the creative residency by artists Violaine Lochu and Marcel Gbeffa,…
“Artistic Collaboration”: an exhibition of eighteen outstanding contemporary artists at the Addis Fine Art Gallery in London
Addis Fine Art Gallery, London, in collaboration with Circle Art Gallery and AfriArt Gallery, is pleased to present "Eastern Voices : Contemporary Artists from East Africa". This group exhibition brings…
Contemporary photography: Saïdou Dicko presents “IDENTITIES” at Galerie ARTCO in Brussels
Galerie ARTCO in Brussels is pleased to present "IDENTITIES". An exhibition of new works by self-taught visual artist Saïdou Dicko running from May 8 to July 14, 2023. The artist…
Visual Exploration with Cortex Asquith S.: Beyond the Strokes
Cortex Asquith S., a designer and visual artist hailing from Benin, is a creator whose artistic universe revolves around life itself, embodied in a simple stroke. His exceptional talent is…
05 Key exhibitions for the recognition of contemporary African art
Since the 1980s, contemporary African art has become important on the international scene. Several exhibitions have been key in establishing contemporary African art in the West art, such as "Primitivism…
Malala Andrialavidrazana’s photographs: an exploration of intercultural barriers
Malala Andrialavidrazana is a Malagasy-French artist and photographer whose art questions barriers and interactions in intercultural contexts. She pursues an ideal of her own, oscillating thoughtfully between private spaces and…