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Textiles and Human Identity Reflections | Samuel Nnorom Artworks and Identity Representation
Born in Nigeria in 1990, multi-award-winning artist Samuel Nnorom opened the doors of his studio to Dakartnews shortly before the end of his artistic residency at Black Rock Senegal in Dakar. His artistic journey is deeply rooted in the exploration of metaphors, particularly through his concept of bubbles as symbols of uncertainty and the intricate…
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The World of Senegalese Contemporary Art Through Sylvain Sankalé’s Eyes
Sylvain Sankalé, a 64-year-old lawyer and business consultant, shares his art journey with Dakartnews. With roots in Senegal, Mali, France, England, and the Caribbean, Sylvain grew up attending art exhibitions. He became a curator at 21 and led the Dakar Biennale in 2000. Owning hundreds of African artworks, he reflects, in this interview, on his…
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Au Cœur de la Féminité Sénégalaise avec l’Exposition de Betty Kandé
Au cœur de l’île de Ngor, l’exposition “Ngor on the rocks” dévoile les créations captivantes de l’artiste plasticienne sénégalaise Betty Kandé. Du 15 avril au 13 mai, le complexe Keur Yaadikonne accueille cette immersion artistique, mettant en lumière les influences variées et la vision singulière de l’artiste. Betty Kandé puise son inspiration dans une multitude…
Bridging Africa and The World Through Contemporary Art 