Tag: Senegalese Artists
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Rituals and Resistance in Artistic Practices in Africa and Beyond: A Curatorial Approach
“For a Counter-Mapping of Resistance Practices (Art, Ritual, and Politics)” is the culmination of Camille Lévy-Sarfati’s research residency at Gallery Selebe Yoon in Dakar. This installation is both an artistic and intellectual exploration, offering an alternative cartography of resistance practices, where art, ritual, and politics intersect. By assembling texts, images, and objects, the installation creates…
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Ousmane Ndiaye Dago: A Pictorial and Sculptural Photography
Ousmane Ndiaye Dago is a Senegalese artist whose unique journey blends various forms of artistic expression, ranging from graphic design to photography and painting. Through his art, Dago explores the invisible and abstract dimensions of the human body. In this article, we invite you to discover the world of Ousmane Dago, an artist whose ever-evolving…
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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 malian heritage, often bear a touch of jazz, adding a musical and rhythmic dimension to…
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Interview with Paul G. Chandler: Transforming the World Through Art
DakartNews had the honor to interview Paul G. Chandler, the Founding President of CARAVAN Arts. Chandler shares, in this interview, his profound journey from growing up immersed in Senegal’s vibrant arts scene to establishing CARAVAN, an international NGO dedicated to using the arts for transformational purposes. His reflections on the contemporary African art scene, the…
Bridging Africa and The World Through Contemporary Art 