Tag: Art and spirituality
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Uncovering the African Soul of Basquiat’s Art: A Conversation with Kemit
Published in 2024 by Dola Editions, Basquiat l’Africain (Basquiat The African) is written by Kemit, a Gabonese artist whose real name is Franck Mboumba. A multifaceted creator—author, composer, singer, rapper, and poet—Kemit explores the African roots that influenced Jean-Michel Basquiat’s art, offering a fresh perspective on the personal and cultural forces behind his work. A…
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Baye Ndiaga Diouf: Art That Heals and Inspires
In his studio located in Nguekhokh, around 70kms south of Dakar, Baye Ndiaga Diouf shares the essence of his art, which draws on natural materials like Touba coffee, cola, and charcoal. His works reflect his spiritual journey within Mouridism and explore themes of human connection, social justice, and spirituality. Ndiaga’s paintings offer a unique form…
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Fingerprint Art: Unique and Universally Connected | Djibril Coulibaly
Djibril Coulibaly’s works are distinguished by their dynamic and captivating movements. Rich in colors and textures, they create intriguing compositions where fingerprints intertwine to form complex patterns. These artworks suggest subtle and sometimes tumultuous interactions between different forces. Dakartnews met him in his studio in Mbao, a suburb located 20 km from Dakar. Djibril Coulibaly…
Bridging Africa and The World Through Contemporary Art 