Defining contemporary African art is not a simple task

  This is evidenced by the fact that it’s still being debated as to form, style and meaning. The most important African art has always been considered to be antique and traditional art. However, over the last 40 years, modern African artists have sought to bring the qualities of tradition to present day art while seeking a forum in the world’s art community. Contemporary art … Continue reading Defining contemporary African art is not a simple task

The 5 Elements of African art are used to describe the aesthetics

There are 5 elements of African art that are used to describe the aesthetics. Yet African art is so simple and complex at the same time that the elements can’t capture its real meaning and purpose. But people need a way to classify and define art and so have narrowed the basic elements of African art to the following: 1. Resemblance to a human figure … Continue reading The 5 Elements of African art are used to describe the aesthetics

African art paintings splendidly capture the essence of African culture and way of life

  African art paintings splendidly capture the surrounding wildlife found within the continent, the different village scenes from everyday chores, tragic events, calamities, and pulsating ceremonial feats. Indeed,these paintings are among the most colorfully psychedelic modes of artwork that makes a continent of different worlds known. In the pre-colonial period, such paintings were more subjected to abstraction as most African arts are. Way back in … Continue reading African art paintings splendidly capture the essence of African culture and way of life

African body art defines beauty, strength, self expression and maturity

African body art is used by men and women for a variety of different purposes. They include but are not limited to festivals, feast celebrations, daily attire, beauty and strength. They also differ from region to region. The Maasai people of East Africa use body art during the celebration of the festival of the Moran or warrior. During this celebration, the warriors wear cloths tied … Continue reading African body art defines beauty, strength, self expression and maturity