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The Interconnectedness of Nature in Aliou Diack’s New Work at space Un in Japan

Displaying a profound sense of rootedness and connectivity, Senegalese artist Aliou Diack is drawing up the multiple connections between his art and the earth. His practice invites viewers to ponder the subtle threads that bind humanity to the natural world and illuminates the profound symbiosis that defines our existence. Diack’s

Sabo Kpade is Bringing Compelling Curatorial Ideas to Full Flowering in the African Art Scene

Focusing on Black diaspora art, Sabo Kpade is pushing the boundaries of contemporary art by creating immersive experiences that challenge traditional boundaries and start thought-provoking conversations. Inspired by Okwui Enwezor’s work as a thinker and curator, Kpade’s multifaceted approach in his curatorial practice is rooted in collaboration and intellectual inquiry.

The Importance of Art Residencies for African Artists

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.

Dimensionality as a Medium: In Conversation with Lebohang Kganye

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.

A Riot of Color: In Conversation with Adaeze Okaro

Okaro’s work is a vibrant tapestry of portraiture, fine art, documentary, and fashion photography. Her captivating images, influenced by love, melancholy, and black beauty, feature black women and men in vivid, culturally infused portraits.

African Art in 2023: What to look forward to in 2024

Despite this year’s economic uncertainty spread worldwide, more African artists set new records in sales at fairs and auctions. There was expansion in the African art scene as more galleries opened up new spaces in different locations across the world in addition to the emergence of new galleries. As we