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To master African bead art, familiarize yourself with basic techniques like stringing, weaving and knotting. Stringing means ...
Africa's ceramicists are changing the global art scene as we know it, re-defining artistic narratives with their unique ...
African art isn’t a fad. It’s a way to start important conversations on the global stage. British writer Ekow Eshun makes the case for why the term “African art” must be embraced.
Chances are that when you think of the term “African art” what comes to mind are figures and face masks carved out of wood. Right? Well, you're not wrong. Most sub- Saharan art fits that ...
Renowned auction houses like Sotheby’s are propping up the modern and contemporary African art movement, bringing together artists, investors, and collectors from around the world.
A new exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum looks at African masks as a form of performance art and social commentary.
African Styles 12/05/2023 Fashion designers from Africa are celebrated in Paris, London and New York. Whether avant-garde or traditionally inspired, these designers often share a focus on social ...
Accra’s contemporary art scene has deep roots, and its evolution into one of Africa’s most vibrant art destinations has been shaped by key moments in history.