RURAL Development, Promotion and Preservation of National Culture and Heritage minister Abednigo Ncube yesterday described music superstar Oliver “Tuku” Mtukudzi and internationally acclaimed sculptor Dominic Benhura as extremely skilled artists.
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We are always on the lookout for dynamic, self-motivated, innovative, students seeking work related learning placement. The ideal candidates must be studying towards a qualification in a field related to art trade and promotion operations. Interested? Send detailed CVs together with a motivation letter to: info@avacarts.com
Looking for an investment? African art is hotter than gold
(CNN)Amid strong demand and skyrocketing prices, contemporary African art is increasingly attracting the attention of investors worldwide. While that might irk the purest at heart among some art collectors, it is a testament to the growing interest that African artists have spurred on the international markets.
Artists urged to embrace internet
AVAC Arts Director Terrence Musiyiwa says local artists should embrace the use of the internet to develop their business. Avac Arts is a Zimbabwe-based African visual and contemporary arts organisation that promotes African art and assists artists in sales. AVAC Arts also helps artists to be part of art promotional activities such as local, regional…
Artwork of the Week: Telling Secrets By Ndandarika Joseph
This sculpture speaks on true friendship by means of the sub rosa element which its name implies. Although somewhat malevolent, the sculpture is expressive of confidentiality, reliability and trust. The convention of trust is a human necessity that is synonymous with association, affiliation and amicability; virtues that are well definitive of friendship. All things being…
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The creators palette exhibition set to open at the First Floor Gallery Harare
First Floor Gallery Harare will from June 1 open a unique exhibition by Rodney T Badza titled “The Creator’s Palette” at 31 Lyric Heights in Harare. This will be a show of Rodney’s work for the past four years. The Exhibition will showcase a series of works, including drawings, photographs, prints, illustrations, paintings, ceramics and…
What is a Dream Catcher?
Dream catchers are arts and crafts of the Native American people. The original web dream catcher of the Ojibwa was intended to teach natural wisdom. Nature is a profound teacher. Dream catchers of twigs, sinew, and feathers have been woven since ancient times by Ojibwa people.
Ife Masks By Traditional Artist of the Nigerian people
Ife masks imitated the human face as accurately and sensitively to bring out the feeling for harmony, balance and proportion. They are ceremonial masks with a great cultural and traditional significance in Africa and are considered amongst the finest creations in the art world. Thus, the masks are important instruments that aid in the consolidation…
