Tag: conscious art
Ife Olatona is defying the norm and following his most intense obsessions
If you are a huge fan of American television series, then perhaps you are familiar with the series Modern Love,…
Professor Kithaka wa Mberia – African literature from the perspective of a Kenyan literary scholar
Imagine the first taste of cold water at the end of a sweltering hot day. Perfectly satisfying. That is exactly…
Julius Agbaje — Humor and metaphor as tools for advocacy in art
Three things bring validation to an artist: emotional reassurance, when you see someone have an emotional connection to your art,…
Xaadim Bamba Mbow — Emotive art from the heart of Dakar
Named after Ahmadou Bamba Mbacke, the Sufi saint and religious leader who lived from 1853 to 1927, Xaadim Bamba Mbow…
How Johnson Ocheja is setting the standard for self-taught contemporary artists
We sat down with Johnson Ocheja as part of The Creative Lane, a series of features in which we set…
How Mofoluso Eludire reimagines comfort and restraint in her works
The Lagos-based artist talks about exploring the positive side of restraint and the negative side of comfort with each art…
Ademola Ojo creates art to preserve culture and document society
Nigerian contemporary visual artist, Ademola Ojo, dreams of a time when the world will marvel at the traditions of the…
Obibini Kobby, the creative photographer panning in on Ghana’s everyday realities
The works of Ghanian creative photographer, Obinini Kobby, are filled with bright and vibrant colours. He has built a strong…
Opeyemi Olukotun captures human emotions and society in his paintings
We sat down with Opeyemi Olukotun as part of The Creative Lane, a series of features in which we set…
