ARTdacity

ARTdacity
Podcast Description
Welcome to ARTdacity—a podcast dedicated to contemporary African art. I’m Jo-Ann Strauss, a media professional from Cape Town, and this is my love letter to art and its power to shape our lives.
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The podcast covers various themes including contemporary African art showcases, art education, and identity in art, featuring episodes on events like the Cape Town Art Fair and the Stellenbosch Triennale, as well as discussions about individual artists like Lerato Nkosi and Thania Petersen. It seeks to highlight the role of art in discourse and representation, with a specific focus on how art reflects and shapes cultural narratives.

Welcome to ARTdacity—a podcast dedicated to contemporary African art. I’m Jo-Ann Strauss, a media professional from Cape Town, and this is my love letter to art and its power to shape our lives.
Art fairs serve as a dynamic platform for showcasing emerging and established artists while fostering connections between collectors, galleries, and the public. The Cape Town Art Fair, the largest of its kind in Africa, is a vibrant hub where local and international artists converge. From the Tomorrow’s Today section championing young talent to internationally acclaimed booths, the fair provides visibility and growth opportunities for artists like Boemo Diale, last year’s winner, whose career has soared. Gallerists like Daudi Karungi from AfriArt emphasize the importance of curating globally resonant works, while artists like Charlene Komuntale interrogate themes of beauty and identity. Art fairs not only celebrate creativity but also make art more accessible, inviting audiences to engage, reflect, and invest in the evolving African art scene.

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