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Artist in Focus: Pierre SEGOH
Artist in Focus

Artist in Focus: Pierre SEGOH

Born on December 21, 1980, in Lomé, Togo, Pierre Akoété SEGOH has carved out a path of resilience, artistry, and introspection. Raised in a loving family, his life took a sudden and challenging tur...

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Country in Focus: Sierra Leone's Art Scene Emerging Anew
Country in Focus

Country in Focus: Sierra Leone's Art Scene Emerging Anew

Sierra Leone, a country that has faced its share of challenges, is emerging anew as a vibrant cultural hub, driven by the creativity and resilience of its artists. After the civil war (1991-2002) d...

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Sarah's Stories: 'Beneath the Surface', The Strength in Vulnerability
Sarah‘s Stories

Sarah's Stories: 'Beneath the Surface', The Strength in Vulnerability

The exhibition "Beneath the Surface: The Strength in Vulnerability" brings together three remarkable artists—Uche Uguru, Chike Emembo, and Judith Yahaya—who invite us to reconsider vulnerability as...

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Artist in Focus: Imal Silva
Artist in Focus

Artist in Focus: Imal Silva

Imal Silva’s life is a testament to the power of creative rediscovery. Born in 1971 and straddling the cultural landscapes of Sri Lanka and Nigeria, Silva spent decades balancing entrepreneurship a...

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Artist in Focus: Victor Chibuike
Artist in Focus

Artist in Focus: Victor Chibuike

Victor Chibuike is a photographer and art director whose work transcends the ordinary, diving deep into the recesses of the human mind to create art that is both enigmatic and profoundly impactful....

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Sarah's Stories: Black Joy and Resilience at 'When We See Us' in Basel

Sarah's Stories: Black Joy and Resilience at 'When We See Us' in Basel

The Rhine sparkles as I walk through Basel, a city where tradition meets contemporary art. My destination is Kunstmuseum Basel, where the "When We See Us" exhibition awaits—a must-see for anyone wh...

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