Being an artist and building a sustainable art career are distinct challenges that artists seldom face in the art industry. However, this does not mean it is impossible to build a successful art career, especially for artists of African descent.
Printmaking is an art medium that encourages inclusivity and accessibility within the art world. Artists have always experimented with printmaking for the sake of creating fresh and exciting pieces.
From the just concluded Art X Lagos, one of the largest art festivals in West Africa, to the African International Film Festival (AFRIFF), an annual film festival that happens in Nigeria, and the ongoing Lagos Photo Festival, there are a host of exciting shows for art and culture enthusiasts.
The curatorial practices and research in contemporary and modern African art have seen a notable improvement in recent years. Through the democratization of the art market and fostering a more collaborative point of view, curators are shaping and influencing the future of contemporary African art.
The role of art exhibitions transcends aesthetics and economics. Exhibitions are important to connect artists with their audiences, start dialogues, and even make art sales. They can also call attention to what mindfulness and inclusivity can look like in a progressing world.
To commemorate Nigeria’s 63rd independence anniversary, we at Omenai are spotlighting some Nigerian artists who are making waves in 2023.
In this photo essay, we highlight five works by African female artists living and working in the diaspora. Featuring art by some of the artists whose work has had an impression on me over the years, there are also commentaries on the selected works from their most current body of
The co-founders of Bwo Gallery, Brice and Noelle, spoke with Omenai about the need to support artists on the continent, building a space to promote dialogues between Cameroon and the rest of the world, as well as their roles as advocates for Cameroon in the international art market scene through
For ages, florals have served as an inspiration to artists, evoking themes of beauty, growth, and cultural symbolism. From the vibrantly expressive sunflowers of Vincent van Gogh, the flower paintings of Georgia O’Keeffe, Andy Warhol’s flowers series, the rendering of Jeff Koons monstrously cute puppy installations, and the playful multicolour
Working across multiple mediums, Ibrahim Bamidele draws inspiration from his immediate surroundings, personal experiences, and cultural perception. His paintings are primarily figurative, with elements of abstraction and realism.
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