The Arts

Smile Studies: Uncovering the social mask behind that facial curve

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 […]
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NCMM, IFRA-Nigeria collaborate on promotion of Nigeria’s heritage

NCMM, IFRA-Nigeria collaborate on promotion of Nigeria’s heritage

The National Commission for Museums and Monuments, NCMM, in collaboration with the Institut Francais de Recherche en Afrique au Nigeria (IFRA-Nigeria) have exhibited Nigeria’s alternative heritage with the theme, “Beyond the classical: Unveiling the unsung”.

Kokopelli Art Gallery presents Ronke Komos’ works

Kokopelli Art Gallery presents Ronke Komos’ works

Kokopelli Art Gallery is debuting Ronke Komos’ “What Endures, What Fades”, a compelling solo exhibition that reflects on the customs, trends and cultural memories that shape communal identity.

Doyinsola’s ‘Angel in the Stone’ earns global recognition

Doyinsola’s ‘Angel in the Stone’ earns global recognition

Doyinsola Ajayi’s ‘Angel in the stone’, has been officially invited to participate in the major Sony Future Filmmakers Awards programme holding in Los Angeles, California in the United States along with other top emerging filmmakers across the world.

Chiazor-Enenmor steps out with new novel

Chiazor-Enenmor steps out with new novel

 Award-winning author, Ndidi Chiazor-Enenmor recently launched another fiction for her adult readers, after publishing ‘If They Tell The Story’ in 2020.

Telling stories through the lens: A review of Olalekan Kelani’s art

Telling stories through the lens: A review of Olalekan Kelani’s art

By Osa Mbonu-Amadi, Arts Editor When considering the nature and purpose of art, many return to a central question: is art meant to soothe, to stir, or to serve as a mirror? Olalekan Kelani’s photographic works manage to do all three. With careful composition, emotional clarity, and cultural consciousness, he proves that photography is not […]