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 […]
Aina-Scott celebrates African women in a feast of colours
By JAPHET ALAKAM IN spite of the demands of motherhood coupled with the demands of a banking job, award winning artist and graduate of Fine Arts of the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Ronke Aina-Scott is set for her first solo exhibition tagged Colours on my Mind, an exhibition of Acrylic, Pastel and Pen & Ink […]
Omenka magazine debuts in style
AT last a new specialized art magazine that aims at giving visibility to modern and contemporary arts in Africa by providing updates on various art movements, show reviews and event schedules is out. The fully illustrated quarterly magazine known as Omenka magazine which is coming from the coffers of Revilo, The Ben Enwonwu Foundation and Omenka gallery was presented to the public last week in Lagos.
Songs of May in the hands of Three Artists
The billing promised to be a thriller of an event and some of the heavyweights of the Abuja literati turned up at the Banquet Hall of Nanet Suites,venue of the May 25, 2013 Guest Writer Session of Abuja Writers Forum (AWF).
Oba Ovonramwen Square at night time
It is no longer news that Benin City is one of the richest in cultural heritage all over the world. Most of these cultures were preserved till date of which the National Museum plays a very prominent role.
Evening of Classics at MUSON …moment with Tunde Sosan
Pianist Babatunde Sosan made an indelible impression at his piano recital “Romantic Classics” held last weekend at the Muson Centre. In an attempt to relive the memories of his mentor and instructor Raymond Banning who passed away last year, Sosan displayed an impeccable artistry with the white and black keys of the piano. Playing pieces from Schumann, Chopin, Debussy, Rachmaninoff and other celebrated romantic composers, Sosan proved his keyboard prowess to his audience.
