In Conversation
Exclusive interviews of African Contemporary Artists.
Nos interviews exclusives d’artistes contemporains originaires d’Afrique et de la diaspora.
In conversation : Yvanovitch MBAYA : restitue l’essence Africaine dans le blanc.
Yvanovitch MABYA l’artiste congolais nous présente son oeuvre aux origines riches dans cette conversation avec MAYÌ ARTS. Ancré dans la quête et l’expression identitaire africain, l’oeuvre d’Yvanovitch MBAYA s’ancre comme avant-gardiste de ses contemporains
In conversation : Pitsho MAFOLO
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.
Following the road of RAFFIA fibre with Asia NYEMBO Mireille :
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