Over the past two decades contemporary African art has become part of the global mainstream, inspiring countless exhibitions, art fairs and auctions around the world. Today, African artists work outside the confines of limiting binaries and outdated perceptions; they produce art that is as much a reflection of Africa''s tumultuous past as it is a vision of its boundless future. African Art Now is an expansive survey of work by young and emerging African artists from diverse locations, cultures and backgrounds. Far-reaching in its scope, this book draws together a wide-range of artistic practices to reflect the ever-shifting dynamics and possibilities of contemporary African art today. Featuring the work of: Amoako Boafo Njideka Akunyili Crosby Michael Armitage Cassi Namoda Cinga Samson Zina Saro-Wiwa And many more.

Vorwort
50 enlightening profiles of contemporary African artists who are revolutionising the art world.

Autorentext

Osei Bonsu is a British-Ghanaian curator, critic and art historian, who is currently a curator of International Art at Tate Modern. A leading voice in the field of contemporary art, he has worked as a contributing editor at frieze magazine, and he has developed a number of exhibitions focused on art from Africa and the global South. He holds a master's degree in History of Art from University College London and has lectured widely at universities and institutions around the world. In 2020, he was named as one of Apollo magazine's '40 under 40' leading African voices, and in 2021 he was included in New African magazine's '100 most influential Africans'.

https://www.oseibonsu.com/@oseibonsu_

Zusammenfassung
50 enlightening profiles of contemporary African artists who are revolutionising the art world.