Oladapo Ogunjobi: Pioneering the Future of African Art with Augmented Reality
In the vibrant world of contemporary African art, Oladapo Ogunjobi has emerged as a transformative figure. Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, this conceptual fine art photographer and curator fuses traditional art with advanced technology to create immersive, multi-sensory experiences. Ogunjobi’s work is known for…
Third Edition of Kaduna Fashion and Art Exhibition set to Promote Northern Arts and Heritage
The Kaduna Fashion and Art Exhibition (KAFART) is an annual exhibition with the main aim of highlighting and celebrating the vibrant arts and fashion in Northern Nigeria. The exhibition is an annual platform by Northern creatives for creatives in Northern Nigeria to showcase their talent;…
Ben Enwonwu’s ‘OGOLO’ Valued at $105,000 at ARTSPLIT’S Inaugural Physical Auction.
ARTSPLIT, the pioneering art trading platform for African art, held its first physical auction on Sunday, May 15, 2022, in Lagos, Nigeria. The physical event followed the soft launch of the platform on the 8th of April 2022, which was well-received by an enthusiastic…
Afropolis gathers 90 Nigerian Artistes from 30 Cities to Commemorate Chinua Achebe at 90.
Chinua Achebe was born on November 16, 1930 in Ogidi village, Anambra, Nigeria. He meant different things to different artistes in different disciplines.Thus, we have put together an inter- disciplinary exploration of the things he gave his life’s works to as a commemoration of his…
New Art Exhibition of Susanne Wenger opened in Austria: Graphics and Adire Batik
A new and unique exhibition of graphic work and Adire batik by the famous artist Susanne Wenger (1915-2009) just opened in Austria. The show was curated by Wolfgang Denk, director of the Susanne Wenger Foundation, a museum dedicated to the heritage of the artist. …
Sotheby’s Contemporary Art Sale Sets New Action Record with Toyin Ojih Odutola
This month, at Sotheby’s Contemporary Art Evening Sale in London, a new auction record was set for Nigerian artist Toyin Ojih Odutola. The latest in a string of world records achieved for Nigerian artists by the auction house, Odutola’s Selective Histories from 2016 soared to…
ASIRI Magazine Presents ‘Colours of our History ‘Art Campaign
ASIRI Magazine, a digital repository with the concern of preserving and promoting the cultural heritage and history of Nigeria is set to embark on the art of telling the Nigeria history in a renewed form, taking heritage and culture to a new level with its…
ALÁGA Launches ÒSÙKÁ 2018 Furniture Collection
Our fathers told stories to the younger generation under the moonlight and through what was said and heard, cultural values were passed down generations. In these days of technological advancement and inventive ways of impacting knowledge, Alága collection has carved a different niche. Furniture has…
Challenging Times Forces You To Get Innovative—Munira Shonibare,CEO of IO Furniture
Female furniture maker and Interior designer, Munira Shonibare, has said although it is tough, the challenging times force people to get innovative. Shonibare who began her career as an interior design consultancy firm in 1987, quickly saw a reason to expand into furniture making when…
Art Party: IO Furniture Host Art and Design Lovers in Lagos.
The IO Furniture Shopping Party is an event by the indigenous brand, aiming to bring design and art lovers together for a 5 day shopping party; shop, party and mingle! A full-service interior design and manufacturing company characterized by uncompromising quality and innovative design solutions….