We sat in Conversation with Dola POSH at 1-54 Art Fair as she shares her journey through motherhood which inspired her captivating series of self portraits : Omo Mi presented with Cynthia CORBETT. Dola POSH also aims at encouraging other African and Black mothers to give themselves grace when navigating the joys and struggles of motherhood

While at 1-54, we sat in Conversation with Alimi ADEWALE showing for the first time at the Fair. Presenting the impressive Terra Mater, the impressive body of work tackles the interconnections between mankind and earth. This also marks a turning point in the Nigeria-based artist’s career who has also has now been represented by Pearl LAM Galleries, looking at nurturing cultural bonds with the Asian market.

In Conversation with Mamadou CISSÉ (b.1960). The Senegal born artist is a master of lines and colours and reinvents cities through his unique eye. Presented by Christophe PERSON this Fall, the captivating works of Mamadou CISSÉ tell the story of our modern cities and inner worlds

In Conversation with Pitsho MAFOLO (b.1977). The visual artist whose style is deeply rooted in spirituality and a return to origins. Mysterious, sacred, and distinctive, Pitsho MAFOLO’s art tells a story—one of the Congo, its roots, its forgotten masters, and its present challenges. In this exclusive conversation, he shares his story, inspirations, and the challenges of the art market in Congo.

How can one rewrite history when it has become synonymous with culture and identity and is worn daily ? Stakes are high, however the work of visual artist Asia NYEMBO Mireille who aims at reestablishing the raffia fibre in favour of the wax cloth has broader resonance. In this interview, the Belgium-based Congolese artist highlights history’s unfortunate shortcomings and the imminent duty of restoration

Is there an African way to fly a plane ? asks artist Alimi Adewale when asked about African contemporary arts representation. Alimi Adewale shared his thoughts on contemporary arts but also his own road to success.

Is there one way to describe Azania Forest and her work ? - Is this actually necessary to do so ? - The self taught photographer and mix media artist takes us on a unique trip to explore the diversity of her world.

Raw, honest and lucid this is how we can describe David AKINOLA’s work, perfectly matching his views on life and society. We had a chat with the Zaria native aged 27 today. We discussed social order, uncertainty in our times and went up to the moon … and Elon Musk !