Art / October 16 2024
Understanding Social Media: A Tool for Artists
Many artists struggle to navigate social media for promoting their work effectively. In the past, young graduates typically approached galleries directly with their portfolios, hoping to gain recognition and have their art displayed. This traditional route often provided a clear pathway for exposure through established marketing and advertising channels....
Art / July 16 2021
Black Creativity: My Exhibition Journey
Space W10 In 2016, I was invited to participate in a group exhibition at the Space W10 gallery for the launch of a new magazine called Signatures. This event provided emerging Black creatives the opportunity to showcase their artwork and marked the first all-Black group exhibition I had ever...
Art / September 16 2020
Every Child is an Artist
One of the most famous quotes by Picasso is: “Every child is an artist; the problem is how to remain an artist when we grow up”. This quote really resonates with me, as art has always been a passion of mine. Time and time again, I see people stop chasing...
Art / September 26 2015
Christian Values
Sir Hubert Von Herkomer Arts Foundation is a charity that aims to inspire young people through creative art forms, and one that I am proud to be a part of. As a result of this, I had the opportunity to teach year 4 and 5 students how to paint...
Art / August 16 2015
Ashanti Heritage in Yellow
In recent weeks, I’ve discovered a fascinating aspect of my artistic practice: a predominant use of the colour yellow. This realization surprised me, revealing a possibly subconscious preference for this hue. Interestingly, my inclination towards yellow may be deeply influenced by my Ashanti heritage, especially given the cultural significance...