It’s that time of the month again when we share with you the art exhibitions going on in Lagos. If you are a lover of art or if you enjoy new works of art then this is for you. From different creatives around the world, exhibited in Lagos, these works will open up your interest for the world of creativity.
So, without further ado, these are the art exhibitions happening in Lagos this season:
1. Optics – Ko Art Space
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This is a group exhibition that examines the psychological, archival, and imaginary realms of portraiture. The artists explore the complex layering of identity through techniques of image manipulation, distortion, and collage, offering alternative perspectives on personhood
The exhibition runs until the 5th of November
Time: 11 am – 6 pm
Location: 36 Cameron Road, Flat 1A, Ikoyi
2. There is a Country by Anthony Azekwoh – Yenwa Gallery
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This exhibition unfolds the multifaceted narrative of contemporary Nigeria, unearthing a nation steeped in corruption yet flourishing with hope. This work of art revitalizes Chinua Achebe’s lamentation, ‘There Was a Country’ portraying a hopeful resonance amongst the digitally connected yet seemingly dislocated youth of today. In an era marked by emigration in pursuit of better opportunities, Azekwih delves into historical recollections and current realities, affirming “There Is a Country”
The exhibition is open from the 2nd of October to the 3rd of November
Time: 11 am – 6 pm
Location: 6 Muri Okunola St. VI, Lagos
3. It Was Meant to be a Game – Rele Gallery
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This work references the classic snakes and ladder games with subjects shown against checkerboard landscapes in which striped images of snakes and ladders float. Much like the origin of the game which is rooted in Indian philosophy and was initially used as a tool for teaching moral lessons to children and adults, the exhibition takes as a central subject the individual and collective choices that inform our understanding of the moral and social qualities of life.
The exhibition opens on the 22nd of October to the 26th of November
Time: 11 am – 6 pm
Location: 32 Thompson Avenue, Ikoyi, Lagos.
4. Lalala Ha – Tiwani Contemporary
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A work of Wura Natasha, functioning as a kind of memoir, “Lalala Ha” embodies ways of being and moving in the city of Lagos where the artist has primarily lived and worked for the past decade.
It emodies the stops and starts of moving through traffic, the choreography of the market; the deep red earth; waters, and every other thing that sets the city of Lagos apart.
The exhibition opens from the 16th of September to the 5th of November
Time: 10 am – 6 pm
Location: 13 Elsie Femi Pearse Str, VI, Lagos
5. Pencil Me Down – Angels And Muse
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This exhibition is featuring the works of about 6 artists and was curated by Ibe Ananaba. These artists draw our attention to a fundamental art medium using charcoal, graphite, conte pencil, and even pen.
The exhibition is on view until the 29th of October.
Time: 10 am – 6 pm
Location: 5 Sumbo Jibowu Street, Ikoyi Lagos.
6. Legacy III – Thought Pyramid Art Centre
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An exhibition by the Univeral Studio of Arts in collaboration with Thought Pyramid Art Centre. An exhibition featuring works of 29 artists and over 70 artworks. Legacy iii is a display of masterpieces from various creatives, each one telling its own story, drawing the attention of every viewer and art lover.
The exhibition is open until the 31st of October.
Time:9 am – 6 pm
Location: 96 Norman Williams Street, South West, Ikoyi Lagos.
7. Onobrakpeya – Hour Glass Gallery
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This is an exhibition of rare Bruce Onobrakpaye deep etchings from 1960 to 1977. It was curated by Dozie Igweze and Kayode Adegbola.
An artwork created as a tribute to the endeavor of people just like Onobrakpaye’s father. A large part of the work features his town and various aspects of it.
The exhibition opens on the 29th of October to the 10th of November
Time: 10 am – 6 pm
Location: 979 Saka Jojo Street, VI, Lagos.
