What Is Art? Insights from Baba Ly in Dakar
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As part of the What is Art series, DakartNews met with Baba Ly, born in 1987, and the son of renowned Senegalese painter Amadou Dédé Ly. A committed artist, Baba Ly welcomed us at the Village of Arts in Dakar…
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The Contemporary African Art Landscape with Prof. Yacouba Konaté
DakartNews had the privilege of meeting with Yacouba Konaté, an esteemed professor of philosophy at the University of Abidjan, renowned art critic, and honorary president of the International Association of Art Critics. Notably, he served as the General Commissioner of…
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Tidiane Ndongo: Mastering Bogolan Art and Tradition
Tidiane Ndongo, born in 1970, is a Malian artist. He learned the traditional bogolan (Mudcloth) technique at the age of 24, guided by Youssouf Sidibé Nelly in Bamako. His work is influenced by the research of late Youssouf Tata Cissé,…
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Why Dakar Stands Out in the World of Art! A Conversation with Wagane Gueye
DakartNews has the pleasure of speaking with a key figure in the Senegalese art scene—a curator and artistic director who has, over the years, established himself as an essential expert in the field of visual arts. Wagane Gueye is the…
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Magatte Touré: Challenging Perceptions through Artistic Advocacy
As part of our What is Art? series, we are delighted to show the vision of Magatte Touré, a visual artist whose work is deeply intertwined with life and creativity. Graduating from the Fine Arts School of Dakar in 2005,…
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Preserving Senegal’s Architectural Gems: An Interview with Andrée Diop Depret
DakartNews met with Andrée Diop Depret, the first female architect to graduate in Senegal, on the sidelines of a conference on the valorization of Senegalese built heritage, organized in Dakar by Senegalese architect Nzinga Mboup and the Canadian Centre for…
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Espace Medina: Where Art Meets Community
In the midst of Medina, Dakar, where the rhythm of daily life and the pulse of creativity intertwine, Espace Medina emerges as a vibrant hub of artistic expression. Amidst the lively street scenes and the dynamic transformation of the neighborhood,…
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Diama Thiam: From Biochemist to Multi-Talented Artist | What is Art? Series
Diama Thiam, a 33-year-old biochemist turned multi-talented artist, is the creator of the brand Ndati. Diama bridges the gap between science and creativity, excelling in fashion design, photography, and painting. In our exclusive interview, she shares her story of resilience,…
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Momar Seck: Sculptures and Paintings Embracing Unity and Diversity
We are in a bright garden with tree trunks assembled and slender metal rods. The sculptures, which are raw pieces of wood and rusted metals, stand in a vertical position, pointing up towards the sky like trees or plants in…
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Kara Fall: “Music makes me dance on my canvas”
When entering Kara Fall’s studio, a soft jazz melody fills the air. Posters of famous blues and jazz figures adorn the space, along with his keyboard where he plays music between paintings. Fall’s abstract and figurative works, infused with his…
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