Smile Studies: Uncovering the social mask behind that facial curve
By Osa Mbonu-Amadi Nigerian visual artist and curator, Adeola Ayoyinka Erinfolami investigates embodied emotions in a new series aptly titled, “Smile Studies.” As the broad title suggests, Smile Studies anchors on the various shapes of the mouth accompanying a smile. This collection demonstrates Adeola’s interest in turning fashion and textile materials into documentations. Each piece […]
Ohams marks 60th birthday with art exhibition
Frontline humorist and cartoon editor of The Sun newspapers, Albert Ohams, will celebrate his 60th birthday with an art exhibition titled Mastery and Milestones.
FREEE Art Residency for young artists reclaims culture through waste
In line with efforts geared towards recycling for a green economy and sustainable environment, a five-week eco-art residency hosted by Nigeria’s leading recycling firm brings sustainability and heritage into creative dialogue.
My work examines how digital platforms either reinforce or disrupt literary hierarchies – Pelumi Folajimi
Pelumi Folajimi, a Lecturer at the Department of Dramatic Arts, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, is a creative writer and scholar
The Children’s Art Gallery partners with FAAN to showcase young Nigerian talent at MMIA
By Onyeka Ezike The Children’s Art Gallery, a platform dedicated to discovering, nurturing, and showcasing children’s creativity, recently partnered with the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to promote Nigerian art through its first large-scale exhibition at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. The exhibition featured 35 vibrant works from emerging young talents including Zizah […]
NGA receives inventory of National Art collections
In a bid to ensure the digitalization of art collections and provide easy access to the art inventory, the National Arts Gallery recently received the inventory of national art collections from across the country.
