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I Found Stellar Women at Adegbola Art Gallery - an Excerpt from Lagos Gallery Weekend
“And this right here is Ladi Kwali. She is a ceramist. Ladi is on the 20 naira note as you must’ve known,” a fair middle-aged man with dreaded hair explains. He is the Gallerist at Adegbola Art Gallery, one of the newcomers in the Lagos’ local art scene, and he speaks passionately about Ladi Kwali to a group of art tourists for the Lagos Gallery Weekend (LGW), myself included. Like this Post?…
25 Years Later: Auchi Alumni Light Up Lagos at Constellation Exhibition - Iwalewa Gallery of Arts
August 2024. “Ashube! E don tey,” says one of the artists exhibiting at the show – from Auchi Klass ’99. It’s now 2:00 p.m. and guests are pouring in, particularly Millennials and Gen X. The day’s event is Constellation – An exhibition of contemporary paintings and sculptures at Iwalewa Gallery of Arts, and Bob Marley’s Could You Be Loved oozes through the white room. Like this Post? Pin for…
How Travel Writing Took Me From Blogging to the Classroom
Last week, I delivered my first ever college lecture and honestly, I am still smiling about it. For those who know me, you know I love visiting places and writing about them. Arts. Culture. Motorsports. Travel. Stories that feel alive. What started as a hobby alongside my 9 to 5 in Customer Success somehow made its way into a classroom, and I was fully onboard the moment Otonkramate John…
Art Overload! What Happened When I Went to 3 Exhibition Openings in 24 Hours
What’s better than one art opening? Three!In September of 2025, I toured 3 exhibition openings in Lagos by Art Roost Gallery, Nomadic Art Gallery, and Windsor Gallery, all perched on Lagos Island. Being an art aficionado, it was a weekend well-spent, immersing myself in different art forms, mediums, and engaging in conversation with a diverse set of artists. Like this pin? Save for later 📌 If…
A Journey Through Black: Inside Rele Gallery’s New Creative Haven
As I step into the newly located Rele Gallery in Ikoyi, I am struck by a familiar yet fresh atmosphere. You see? The gallery's affinity for the colour black; an outlook that has become synonymous with Rele brand, is, again, obsessive on its facade!
June, 2024. As I step into the newly located Rele Gallery in Ikoyi, I am struck by a familiar yet fresh atmosphere. You see? The gallery’s affinity for the colour black; an outlook that has become synonymous with Rele brand, is, again, obsessive on its facade! I am with friends. Now located at 32 Thompson Avenue, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria, the approach elevation hosts interlocked black-dyed bricks,…
Opinion: Lagos' Thriving Creative Scene and the Untapped POWER of "Participatory Art" in Galleries
Lagos; being a cultural melting pot and commercial hub, is increasingly immersing its citizens and tourists in the heart of Nigerian art. Pioneers of the scene such as Chief Nike Davies-Okundaye have spiced up the expectation of art enthusiasts and gallery-goers with traditional music by invoking Talking Drum beaters and cultural regalia from Nigerian tribes, beads inclusive. View this post on…
The Wood Etching of Ifebube, Untitled Lagos: Creath Labs Showcases Chuma Anagbado
Ifebube by Chuma Anagbado celebrates his Igbo heritage and mother of the same name. Works of art on display are inventive, with media such as etching wood with lazer and a splash of creative acrylics
Sunny day in July 2024. After a diversion from Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, I now approach a chappy-white one story building with an intricate gauze installation. There is a colourful butterfly petching on the wall face, and I glance through its wide windows. Art. I am at Untitled Lagos, a creative hub located at 59 Raymond Njoku Street, Ikoyi, Lagos. This is the venue for Creath Labs’ Ifebube…
Riding High, Eating Good: How Jollof and Palmie 6.0 Lit Up Lagos Island
Petrol heads at this side of the world find creative ways to whet the appetite of enthusiasts and stunts men alike, and one of such is J&P.
Whether it’s a TOR’Q four-wheeler showcase or watching a Bad Gang of bikers, motorsports in Lagos has always been an exhilarating activity! In fact, petrol heads at this side of the world find creative ways to whet the appetite of enthusiasts and stunts men alike, and one of such is J&P. Like this post? Pin 📌 With Jollof and Palmie (J&P 6.0), this initiative now goes beyond the regular…
Heart of African Art: Reliving Through Woodwork, Lagos Biennial Unveiled, and Celebrating Matriarchs
Exploring the vibrant art scene in Lagos with friends at O’DA, Nomadic, and Windsor Gallery. From home-like vibes to stunning exhibits, our art-venture was truly inspiring!
One time, I decided to take a tour of seven art galleries to mark my birthday. But, early 2024, February to be specific; I visited 3 art galleries this time for a more immersive experience. All perched around Victoria Island, Lagos, my friends and I started our art-venture at O’DA Art Gallery before heading over to Nomadic Art Gallery and then Windsor Gallery. Each creative space has its…
Ghana's Astonishing Welcome! Top 9 Culture Shocks from My First-Ever Visit
Unique Africanness is evident in Ghana's vibrancy, from the occasional Chale greetings among folks to its warmth. I bring you a cultural recap of Nigeria's favourite neighbour.
Welcome to Ghana! Or should I say Akwaaba (that’s “welcome” in Twi)? Located in the heart of West Africa, Nigeria’s favourite neighbour to banter – GH for short is also known for its rich cultural heritage and bustling streets, particularly Accra, the capital city of Ghana. Following my first landing on a drizzly May evening, the Ghanaian airport officials showed warmth and grace after our less…
Exploring the World, Building Communities: A Chat with Igor Kondrat
Igor Kondrat is not only a travel blogger but also the creator of the Travel Blogging Academy, an interactive platform that connects travel bloggers with travel brands.
Founder of the Travel Blogging Academy, Igor Kondrat is a passionate travel blogger as well as the founder of a community and freelance platform that connects travel bloggers with travel brands around the world. Like this Post? Pin for Later 📌 He writes in bohemian cafes on my laptop from exotic locations, so if you are ever in those locations, you can find him there. #1. What inspired you to…
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Exploring the World, Building Communities: A Chat with Igor Kondrat
Igor Kondrat is not only a travel blogger but also the creator of the Travel Blogging Academy, an interactive platform that connects travel bloggers with travel brands.
Founder of the Travel Blogging Academy, Igor Kondrat is a passionate travel blogger as well as the founder of a community and freelance platform that connects travel bloggers with travel brands around the world. Like this Post? Pin for Later 📌 He writes in bohemian cafes on my laptop from exotic locations, so if you are ever in those locations, you can find him there. #1. What inspired you to…
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NOTICE, WE ARE HERE? A Lagos Ceramics Exhibition at Freedom Park
This historic location, Freedom Park was bubbly with young and old personalities affectionate about arts; literal, creative, or visual forms.
After a long walk from Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), I now approached Gate 2 of Freedom Park at 1 Hospital Road, Old Prison Ground, Off Broad Street, Lagos. Entry for Lagos Book & Art Festival (LABAF) was free and the historic location was bubbly with young and old personalities affectionate about arts; literal, creative, or visual forms. My reason for visit? Though a cool place for evening…
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Artful Wanderings: How I Found Out That I’m So BAD at Pottery + an Art Fair!
A recap of +234 Art Fair and #Iam4Art creative showcase! Both events honored local talents, with chances for you to purchase, and participate in art curation such as painting, batik and pottery
March 2024. I embarked on an odyssey with friends from Ecobank Pan-African Centre (EPAC) for an art fair, to the British Council for a creative showcase! Both visits had unforgettable moments, unveiling talented artists across Africa, and fostering artistic skills like pottery, which I unfortunately goofed at. This is a recollection of +234 Art Fair and #Iam4Art creative showcase, delving into…
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That FEELING?! Seconds Before Happiness: An ART ROOST Exhibition
For the two-day exhibition, Art Roost showcased the artworks of Ikechukwu Christian, Omolade Ogundimu, and Ndubuzo Moses. Again, a paint and sip segment thereafter with the Relatable comic and t-shirts for sale.
What does happiness genuinely feel like? Not the actual emotion in itself but moments before your dopamine, serotonin, and endorphins receptors fire up! Like this Post? Pin for Later 📌 “Seconds Before Happiness” an exhibition curated by Art Roost Gallery and inspired by the 1956 black and white photograph – “A Few Seconds Before Happiness,” assembled three of the most unique artists to…
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Jollof and Palmie 5.0: Who Thought Motorcycles and Alcohol Could Mix?
Recalling the events of Jollof and Palmie 5.0; a supercharged gathering of motorcycle enthusiasts and traditional culinarists in Lagos, Nigeria.
Wristbands attached and meal tickets claimed! In August of 2023, a sunny Sunday, motorcycle enthusiasts around Lagos pulled up at Muri Okunola Park at Ozumba Mbadiwe Road for adrenaline-pumping Jollof and Palmie 5.0. Like this Post? PIN for Later 📌 The event? A festival now conceptualized by the President of B.A.D (Bikers with Attitude and Determination), Kayode Kosile-Palmer, saw…
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Immerse Yourself in the Enigmatic World of Nomadic Art Gallery, VI: A Review
Nomadic Art Gallery is an enchanting space that attracts global art lovers and offers a unique artistic experience. It's a fine balance of inventiveness, where bespoke Danish furniture meets art exhibitions.
Are you wishing for where you can immerse yourself in the thought-provoking beauty of art and furniture transcending past, present, and future? Well, a quick trip to Nomadic Art Gallery is all you need, I tell ya! But why enigmatic, friend? Like this Post? Kindly Pin for Later 📌 You see, the striking uniqueness of the ground floor from the first floor of the building located in the heart of…
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