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Humanity gives Olayinka Stephen's art its heartbeat

Humanity gives Olayinka Stephen's art its heartbeat

This Lagos-based painter seeks to carve a niche in contemporary art with works that forge a connection with audiences by depicting ideas and situations in a manner that is relatable yet distinctive.

Ndombe Sisqo: The artist painting 'The Gaze' of DR Congo

Ndombe Sisqo: The artist painting 'The Gaze' of DR Congo

Sisqo Ndombe paints subjects that hold a certain 'gaze' - symbolising multiple realities including the conflicts experienced by many Congolese people.

Matthew Eguavoen: Nigerian artist on ‘’looking deep into subjects’ souls’’

Matthew Eguavoen: Nigerian artist on ‘’looking deep into subjects’ souls’’

Eguavoen's contemporary art often addresses mental health and other topics often ignored by mainstream media.

Bwambale: Ugandan contemporary artist on female muse

Bwambale: Ugandan contemporary artist on female muse

Bwambale’s art pays homage to his mother and sisters who helped raise him in Uganda's Kasese district where his journey in the arts began.

Art X: The colours of Africa splashed on vibrant canvases

Art X: The colours of Africa splashed on vibrant canvases

Art X is an annual event that draws artists from across Africa and the diaspora to showcase collections signaling Africa's growth on the global arts space.