Stories from an African perspective
World renowned contemporary artist and sculptor El Anatsui visited the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York, where he was given a guided tour by MoMA curator and former student Ugochukwu Smooth Nzewi. He took in art exhibitions like "Emerging Ecologies", as well as others by artists like Mae-ling Lokko, Refik Anadol, and Ed Ruscha.
Read MoreThe Musical Society of Nigeria Center otherwise called The MUSON Center, sits in Onikan Lagos and stands out as a cultural icon in the overall Nigeria art space. Mudiare Onobrakpeya reflects on the undeniable impact of its founder, Chief Akintola Williams at his funeral in Lagos. Thank you for The MUSON Center. Rest in peace Sir. From all art lovers and us at Africa-Related
Read MoreAnd with those words, The Brooklyn Museum took on the challenge thrown by the legendary Spike Lee - to curate his life's works as filmmaker and cultural icon, in an exhibition themed "Creative Sources"
Read MoreTate Modern's #TurbineHall opened on October 11, 2023 with “Behind The Red Moon” by globally acclaimed sculptor El Anatsui who transformed the site-specific Hyundai Commission with shimmering bottle cap sculptures with messages about global trade, consumption, environment and history.
Read MoreNEW YORK CITY: Africa-Related caught up with musician Yusuf Hussein from Ghana. He and his vocalist played a short piece on his talking drum and sang in Hausa language extolling the virtues of doing good. (Video by Africa-Related)
Read MoreMudiare Onobrakpeya reflects on ‘Ota Gbinowe’ by Bruce Onobrakpeya. It serves as a parable, urging us to look within ourselves for answers, learn from our past experiences, and make choices that align with the principles of wisdom and selflessness.
Read MoreWhey Ham is a new documentary narrated by Yahaya Maikori, an entertainment lawyer turned filmmaker and 'son of the soil', that investigates the global spread and undeniable impact of the Nok Culture - Africa's Oldest Civilisation.
Read MoreOne of New York’s biggest art fairs designed to bring together global exhibitors
Read MoreMonths before his 91st birthday on August 30, 2023, The High Museum of Art Atlanta hosted Bruce Onobrakpeya, the wood-carver’s son who’s life-long artistic journey sought to find a meeting point between The Mask & The Cross
Read MoreThe Letters House of Watbridge Hotels, Uyo, came alive yesterday as Uyo Book Club, alongside eminent scholars, writers and intellectuals gathered to mark the 99th posthumous birthday memorial of Dr. James Ene Henshaw. The event was supported by Watbridge Hotels &Suites, Uyo and the James Ene Henshaw Foundation(JEHF).
Read MoreThe name Khalil Gibran usually sparks a conversation about his popular 1923 book, The Prophet, but this world renowned Lebanese American author is also known as a powerful artist, poet and essayist.
The 25th edition of Bruce Onobrakpeya's Harmattan Workshop Retreat recently took place on August 13-25 2023 at the Onobrakpeya's Art Center in Agbarha-Otoh Delta State, Nigeria.
Read MoreFela Kuti was one of the most significant musical icons in the history of black music. Born on September 21, 1938, Fela grew up during a time of change in Africa. After colonial rule by European nations ended and independence was achieved, the country’s new leaders began asserting a socialist economic system that critics claim caused widespread poverty and corruption.
Read MoreIt's common knowledge that the success of an indie film can be heavily influenced by whether or not a film has a successful festival run. This FREE webinar by Festival Director Jon Fitzgerald and Filmmaker Justin Giddings teaches how to navigate the circuit AND how to advance your career.
Read MoreFans of the 1990s TV series WILL & GRACE get immersed in an exhibition at PALEY Media Center to celebrate it’s 25th anniversary
Read MoreI finally made it to the last day of the ”Intertwined” exhibition by Wangenchi Mutu, the Kenyan born American visual artist, painter and sculptor, whose thirty year body of work showed at The New Museum in the Bowery district of New York from March to June 4, 2023.
Read MoreAfrica-Related condoles with The Dokepsi and DAAR Family on the passing of "Chairman" High Chief Raymond Alegho Dokpesi. Eternal rest to one who has been most supportive of an independent media and of us at Africa-Related. Rest In Peace Sir, Produced by Oyiza Adaba © 2023 An @Africa -Related Production
Read MoreIf you are looking for a prime example of how art can be used as therapy in the healing of both mind and body, look no further than the El Borinquen Residence located in the Morrisania neighborhood of the Bronx.
Read MoreThe Nigerian Center in Washington DC is calling for "Week of Action" for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for African immigrants. The event aims to raise awareness and advocate for TPS protection for several African countries.
Read MoreThe BCA is a non-profit organization. Just like all the other art cooperatives in New York City's five boroughs, it raises money and provides a venue for the borough's resident artists to flourish. On May 9th, more than 50 people gathered to witness artists and community leaders receive grant funding.
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