The panel brings together two of the most influential African artists living and creating today. Both Anatsui and Nhlengethwa have inspired a generation of young artists seeking to make their mark on the global stage.
Artists Sam Nhlengethwa and El Anatsui (details from photos: W. Günzel, C.Higgins Jr/The New York Times)
As a part of The Armory Show’s Focus Symposium this panel brings together two of the most influential African artists living and creating today. Both Anatsui and Nhlengethwa have inspired a generation of young artists seeking to make their mark on the global stage. Bisi Silva will lead a discussion on their individual practices and how they continue to inspire artists working today.
This two-day Symposium, part of this years’ Focus: African Perspectives curated by C&-founders Julia Grosse and Yvette Mutumba, examines the diverse practices of artists, curators and collectors from Africa and the Diaspora. Through a series of panel discussions and video screenings, the Symposium will examine new global phenomena in contemporary artistic production from related scenes, markets and narratives.
LOOKING BACK, LEADING THE WAY
THURSDAY MARCH 3
5:30–6:30pm
PARTICIPANTS: El Anatsui and Sam Nhlengethwa
MODERATOR: Bisi Silva, Founder and Artistic Director, Center for Contemporary Art, Lagos
All panels will take place in the Media Lounge on Pier 94.
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