And so it begins! Amidst a dire economic crisis, a barely functioning Lagos has been roused just in time for its annual burst of artistic energy. From the just concluded Lagos Fashion Week, regarded as Africa’s largest fashion event, to the African International Film Festival (AFRIFF) and Art X Lagos,
With the advent of technology, contemporary art takes new forms of expression and experimentation. Sound art is a diverse art medium that directs the listener’s attention to spaces typically inaccessible to the ears. Sound can be sourced from everyday noises, musical instruments, and human voices. Artists have been exploring the
The 2024 Venice Biennale is still on! This year’s edition of the Venice Biennale marks the largest-ever participation by African countries in its 129-year history. Compared to the number of African national pavilions presented in 2022, which was only 9 in number, 13 African countries presented official National pavilions this
Orry Shenjobi’s multi-layered exploration of the importance of community is an immersive one as she delves into the stories of people from diverse communities.
With over two decades of carving and sculpting, the late contemporary artist Reuben Ugbine explored the human body, using wood, terracotta, and metal railings. He was as dexterous in his manifestation and translation of human experiences in his sculptures as he was a master storyteller. Reuben Ugbine (1956 – 2021)
Artists are always on the lookout for new ways to explore new ideas and perspectives or fine-tune their craftsmanship and art residencies provide the best opportunities to achieve some of their artistic goals.
Beyond the aesthetic of beauty and the exploration of reuse and transformation, Yaw Owusu is an artist experimenting with ideas and objects, as well as form and space. In his continued investigations of value, his work often manifests as sculptural objects, painted objects, installations, and social engagements.
In Lebohang Kangye’s multiple explorations of memory and history, she moves from a literal translation of her familial and interpersonal history using sculptural, performative, theatrical, and moving images to a more conceptual approach as she experiments with dimensionality.
African artists are elevating their artistic practices as they experiment with their narratives, mediums, and materials. At Omenai, we are spotlighting these three African artists whose current explorations you should look out for.
Participating in art competitions is an excellent way to grow as an artist and advance in your art career. Art competitions They can help an emerging artist in many ways, from gaining visibility in the art industry to getting into exhibitions and building confidence in yourself and your practice.
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