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From Independence to Influence: The Evolution of Contemporary African Art
This article charts the development of contemporary African art from the post-independence era to today’s global market boom. It highlights key movements,...
Africa Basel: Basel’s New Satellite Fair Rides the Wave of Contemporary African Art
Launching from June 17–22, Africa Basel joins Basel’s cultural landscape with a 14th-century venue and 18 galleries, emphasising meaningful engagement, inclusion, and the...
American Black Film Festival Debuts “The South African Collective” Visual Art Showcase
The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) has expanded its cultural programming by collaborating with the Art in Black Foundation to debut The...
Forbes Honours António Mota with Afrikanizm Artwork by Paulo Formiga
During the Doing Business Angola event, Forbes África Lusófona honoured businessman António Mota with Curiosity, a unique painting by artist Paulo Formiga,...
Mario Moore’s Oil Portraits Reclaim Black History and Resilience
Featured in Colossal on June 4, 2025, Mario Moore’s bold new oil paintings weave Black subjects into Flemish-style devotional imagery. With works like...
The Met’s Reimagined African Art Galleries: A Celebration of Sub-Saharan Creativity
The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Michael C. Rockefeller Wing reopens on May 31, 2025, featuring newly reimagined African Art galleries. The exhibition...
Adornment as Identity: African Wearables at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
"Head to Toe," on view until January 19, 2026, at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, presents a curated selection of African wearable...
Not Another Black Art Show: Redefining Black Art Narratives in Denver
On view from May 30 to June 29, 2025, at Niza Knoll Gallery in Denver, "Not Another Black Art Show" features works...
Echoes of Heritage: The Influence of African History and Traditions on Contemporary Art
Contemporary African art is deeply rooted in the continent's rich history and diverse traditions. This article delves into how historical narratives, spiritual...