Tag: art
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Defining Art and Beauty: Perspectives from Senegalese Artist Olio
DakartNews had the pleasure of interviewing Omar Lionel Sow, who signs his paintings as Olio, for our “What is Art?” new series, which gives artists a platform to reflect on their artistic practices. Omar is a 55-year-old Senegalese visual artist who welcomed us to his studio in Dakar with the smooth sounds of jazz in…
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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…
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[Artwork Spotlight]: Aida Muluneh’s Striking “Conquest”
Our Artwork Spotlight today focuses on the work of Ethiopian photographer Aida Muluneh. “Conquest,” from her 2014 series “The Wolf You Feed,” is a visually striking and beautifully colorful piece. The photograph features a frontal portrait of a subject whose face is entirely painted blue, with a vertical line of black dots running from the…
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Navigating Dual Identities: The Transmedia Creative Worlds of Pap Souleye Fall
DakartNews recently visited Black Rock Senegal, a “multidisciplinary artist-in-residence program founded by renowned artist Kehinde Wiley in 2019.” We had the privilege of meeting Pap Souleye Fall, an artist in residence nearing the end of his tenure. Stepping into his studio is like entering a world where chaos and creativity converge seamlessly. Papers mingle with cement…
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Abdias Ngateu: Portraying Urban Life and Societal Dynamics in Cameroon
Abdias Ngateu, a contemporary artist based in Douala, Cameroon, immerses us in a pictorial universe where humans and animals intertwine in a metaphorical dance rich in symbolism and social critique. His artistic journey, beginning in graphic arts and transitioning into plastic arts, reflects a constant evolution and a quest for meaning deeply rooted in the…
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Ken Aicha Sy: A Decade of Advocacy for Women in Art in Senegal
Ken Aicha Sy, founder of the cultural platform Wakh Art, is a leading voice in the fight for the recognition and appreciation of women in Senegalese art and culture. At just 35, this dynamic researcher and cultural activist has dedicated over a decade to elevating the role of women in the arts. Through her groundbreaking…
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How Alioune Diagne Forged the “Figuro Abstro” Style: His Journey from Senegal to the Venice Biennale
Alioune Diagne, creator of the figuro-abstro artistic movement, combines abstraction and figuration in his work. A native of Senegal, he is representing his country at the Venice Biennale for the first time. Dakartnews met the 39-year-old artist and father of 3. He reveals the inner workings of his creative process. His canvases, imbued with symbolism…
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De Kaffrine à Venise : Le Pinceau “Figuro-Abstro” d’Alioune Diagne
Alioune Diagne, créateur du mouvement artistique figuro-abstro, conjugue abstraction et figuration dans ses œuvres. Originaire du Sénégal, il représente son pays pour sa première participation à la Biennale de Venise. Dakartnews a rencontré l’artiste de 39 ans et père de 3 enfants. Il dévoile les rouages de son processus créatif. Ses toiles, imprégnées de symboles…
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Kheraba Traoré: Shining Light on Talibé Children’s Plight
After visiting Kheraba Traoré’s recent exhibition at the Boma Hotel in Dakar, I felt deeply moved and inspired by the profound engagement with the theme of childhood that his work displays. His art, both luminous and committed, draws inspiration from his personal experience as a talibé child. Talibés, the Quranic students sent to the streets…
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Abstracting Tradition: Souleymane Keita’s Artistic Fusion of African Heritage and Contemporary Expression
In the rich tapestry of African contemporary art, Souleymane Keita (1947-2014) stands out as a master who seamlessly blends abstract expressionism with profound cultural symbolism. His work, deeply influenced by his heritage and personal experiences, offers a unique perspective on the intersection of tradition and modernity. Ten years after his passing, the retrospective exhibition “Et…
Bridging Africa and The World Through Contemporary Art 