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Burna Boy Becomes First African Artiste To Hit 1bn Audiomack Streams Written by Kelechi Ofor

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OUHNNI RACHID "ARTIST'S SKETCH BOOK " كنت دائما اطرح سؤالا على نفسي" من وسوس لإبليس قبل أن يكون الشيطان ؟" I always asked myself a question, "who whispered to Satan before he became an evil being?" 2016 _ 01/3/2023 An experimental art work on Mystery Laughing Balls is about human development Inspiration from Art history . " Half human and half nail " #artafrican #africanartiste #artistmorroco #artmarrakech #artcontemporainparis #artistdrawings #drawingpepole #drawpencilart #drawcharcoal #marrakechdrawing #drawing_expression #drawingpen (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpQjfxZocAD/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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WIP Day 11 - Digital art (accelerated video)

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Kambi Eden - Call for Artists

In celebrating International Women's Day 2025, Gunzert House in collaboration with Kambi Eden are inviting all visual artists to apply!

The physical exhibition will be at Gunzert House, Mwanza, Tanzania; followed by an online exhibition.

Comment 'Apply' to get the application link directly, or find it in the description.

Successful applicants will be notified on the next steps.

For enquiry, email kambieden7@gmail.com

All the best!

#Exhibition #KambiEden #GunzertHouse #CreativeCommunity #Show #OnlineExhibition #Art #Artist #VisualArt #IWD2025 #IWD #InternationalWomensDay #ArtistOpenCall #CallForArtists #ArtOpportunities #AfricanArtist #Tanzania #EastAfrica #Africa #Worldwide

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Muted pastel tones with striking color contrast and so beautifully expressed. "Ise’s Interlude, 2022 " @skhebs via @blacktotheworld. #beautifulbizarre #amooemmanuel #nigerianartist #africanartist #contemporaryartist #contemporaryart #artthatinspires https://www.instagram.com/p/CpojSifL7sA/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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👑👑 "Prying Eyes" dropping 24 February . . . artist #musician #southafrican #southafrica #africa #africanmusic #southafricanartist #Alternativemusic #alternativemusician #electronicmusic #electronicmusician #pietermaritzburg #africanartist #beatmaker #producer #music #composer #art #musicproducer (at Pietermaritsburg, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CowzC37t2v2/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Discover the top 10 African rappers shaping the global hip-hop scene 🌍🎤. These artists are redefining the genre with their unique sounds and powerful voices!

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O'da Art collaborates with Kates-Ferri Projects to Create Panagea

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Igshaan Adams

like Magdalena has work featured in To Weave the Sky. A queer artist who was born of a Muslim father and raised by his Christian grandmother, Adam’s elaborate textiles address the diverse cultural and spiritual contexts that continue to form his identity. The artist has embraced Islamic spirituality and particularly Sufism, and his works might be read as enlarged prayer rugs. More (video…

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🎨#ArtIsAWeapon

@154artfair returns to #NYC next week, May 1-4, 2024!

Reposted from @154artfair 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair is thrilled to announce the return of 1-54 New York, from 1- 4 May 2024! Now in its 10th year, this edition will see 1-54 expand its dilating imprint upon the city by relocating to Chelsea, in the heart of Manhattan, once again coinciding with Frieze New York. The fair will be held at the Starrett-Lehigh Building, 255 11th Avenue (@starrettlehigh ). ⁠

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The 2024 New York edition will present 30+ galleries exhibiting the work of over 70 artists from Africa and the global diaspora, making this the 10th and largest edition of 1-54 New York to date! ⁠

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VIP & Press preview⁠ (by invitation only)⁠

Wednesday, May 1, 2 pm – 7 pm⁠

Thursday, May 2, 11 am – 7 pm⁠

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Public opening ⁠

Friday, May 3, 11 am – 7 pm⁠

Saturday, May 4, 11 am – 7 pm⁠

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🎟️ Get your ticket via the link in bio⁠

🗓️ 1-4 May 2024 ⁠

📍 Starrett-Lehigh Building, 255 11th Avenue, New York, 10001⁠

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#154artfair⁠

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© Karim Hapette (@karim_hapette )

#154ArtFair #BlackGirlArtGeeks #AfricanArtists #AfricanDiaspora

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The NewOnes, will free Us

Wangechi Mutu, The NewOnes, will free Us (2019). Bronze. The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Wangechi Mutu's sculptures, The NewOnes, will free Us, represent a pivotal moment for both contemporary art and the storied façade of The Metropolitan Museum of Art. These sculptures are the first to adorn the Met’s exterior niches, a space initially intended but never before used for sculpture. In this post, we explore the rich layers of meaning and cultural significance behind Mutu’s work.

Unveiling Modern Caryatids: Mutu's Vision on the Met's Façade

In 2019, Kenyan-American artist Wangechi Mutu was invited to create four sculptures for the Met's façade. Her work, titled The NewOnes, will free Us, consists of four bronze figures that serve as modern caryatids—an ancient architectural form where sculpted female figures replace columns or pillars. These sculptures not only support the physical structure but also carry deep symbolic weight, challenging historical narratives and celebrating transformation and empowerment.

Adornment as Empowerment: The Symbolism of Mutu's Sculptures

The figures are meticulously crafted from bronze, their surfaces textured with patterns that suggest fine jewelry and elaborate headdresses, conveying regality and resilience. Mutu’s caryatids are adorned in such a way that they command respect, reflecting the strength and complexity of women, particularly those from African cultures. This use of traditional adornment techniques highlights the dignity and elevated status of these figures.

Challenging Historical Narratives: Mutu at The Met

Mutu’s sculptures delve into themes of gender, race, and history, with a particular focus on the role of women as both cultural bearers and modern individuals carving new paths. By placing these figures on the façade of one of the world’s leading art institutions, Mutu challenges the traditional Western narrative and integrates African women into a historical dialogue from which they have been largely absent.

The Impact of The NewOnes: A New Precedent for Art in Public Spaces

The installation was widely praised for its aesthetic beauty and its powerful commentary on social issues. As the inaugural artwork for the Met’s façade commission series, Mutu's The NewOnes, will free Us sets a transformative precedent for how art can influence public spaces and cultural institutions toward more inclusive narratives.

Reflecting on Power and Presence: The Lasting Influence of Mutu's Work

Wangechi Mutu’s work is a bold reimagining of the caryatid figure, transforming it into a symbol of empowerment and change. Her sculptures encourage viewers to reconsider the roles traditionally assigned to women in both art and society and to appreciate the dynamic contributions of African cultures to the global historical narrative.

Your Thoughts?

How do you perceive the intersection of art and social change, especially in public and historically significant spaces like The Met?

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Weapons of Mass Dissertation

In a text on the Kristin Hjelegjerde website, they denote Omuku’s work as ‘the ways in which the body needs to adapt in order to belong… constantly selecting and gathering its identity…’.

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Work in progress day 14 - Digital art (accelerated video)

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Kambi Eden - Redemption by Christy Hannah

Save the date and catch Christy Hannah's show titled Redemption, which will go live next week! Get ready for some amazing work.

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the vibe. be back soon.