ART SZN 2022
Introducing OSENGWA at Lagos Art Season, a vibrant and culturally enriching array of events spanning an entire month, offering a diverse range of artistic experiences. This year marked OSENGWA’s inaugural attendance, and some of the standout highlights included Lagos Fashion Week, Lagos Photo Festival, Art X Lagos, and the fabulous soirée ‘Lagos is Burning.’ We invite you to relive the vibrant moments of Art Season Lagos 2022 through captivating photographs that captured the moments.
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Lagos Fashion Week
Lagos Fashion Week founded by Omoyemi Akerele was a significant event held from October 26 to 30 at the Balmoral, Federal Place, Victoria Island, Lagos. It was sponsored by prominent brands like Heineken, BestSeller Foundation, TECNO, Lush Hair, and Style House Files, highlighting the growing influence of the fashion industry in Nigeria and Africa.
Renowned designers like Tiffany Amber, Orange Culture, Iamisigo, Lisa Folawiyo, Mai Atafo, and others showcased their collections, blending contemporary aesthetics with traditional craftsmanship to celebrate African culture through bold prints, vibrant colors, and intricate detailing. The event drew fashion enthusiasts and industry players from around the world.
Standout collections included Elie Kuame’s “This is Couture,” Fruché’s fusion of Nigerian culture and contemporary design, Abigail Ajobi’s sustainable luxury streetwear, Oshobor’s challenge to toxic masculinity, Mzukisi Mbane’s celebration of individuality, TJ WHO’s fusion of streetwear and formal wear, Gëto’s exploration of phobias, and Tia Adeola’s homage to Nigerian roots.
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Lagos Photo Festival
The 13th edition of the Lagos Photo Festival, held from October 29th to November 12th, 2022, brought together a diverse group of talented artists to explore a captivating theme: “Remember Me – Liberated Bodies, Charged Objects.”
Notable artists like Olaoluwa Adamu, Seun Adeniyi, and Toyin Adedokun among many others challenged photography’s influence on memory and reality in African art. The festival emphasized visual media’s evolving role and encouraged sustainable storytelling rooted in ancestral wisdom. It celebrated art’s capacity to reshape storytelling, urging us to reconsider colonial archives and embrace a blend of tradition and modernity in a world where images and visuals play an increasingly important role in our lives.
Ultimately, the Lagos Photo Festival 2022 was a remarkable event that celebrated creativity while also addressing critical issues. It reminded us of the power of art to provoke thought and inspire positive change in our world.
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ART X Lagos
ART X Lagos 2022, the seventh edition of this art fair, was a vibrant gathering of 31 leading galleries from across the globe, showcasing the bold creations of over 120 artists from Africa and its Diaspora.
Held at The Federal Palace in Lagos, Nigeria from 4th to 6th November, the event was a weekend of immersion in contemporary art. Notable highlights included ART X Live 2022, featuring live art and music performances for a multi-sensory experience, while ART X Talks 2022 offered illuminating panel discussions.
The ART X Prize 2022 continued its support for emerging African artists and attendees were treated to a diverse range of artistic expressions and thought-provoking installations.
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Lagos is Burning
“Lagos is Burning 2022” was undeniably one of our favorite events of the art season. This event happened on the evening of November 6th. The celebration of creative expression, coinciding with the launch of The Dada Magazine for The Dada Gallery, was a vibrant salute to Africa’s cultural heritage.
Attendees donned elaborate regalia inspired by traditional masquerades, creating a kaleidoscope of colors, textures, and artistic expression that transformed the venue into a living work of art. With dramatic flair, frills, fringes, and a touch of theatrical magic, guests fully embraced the essence of masquerade performances.
A friendly competition crowned the best presentation, inspiring all to push creative boundaries. Beyond the glitz, it was a heartfelt celebration of Lagos’ thriving art and culture scene, uniting a diverse community in a night of artistic extravagance and the city’s unmistakable creative spirit coming to life in all its glory.
Conclusion
Art Season Lagos 2022 was a vibrant celebration of contemporary African creativity and expression. The events showcased the fusion of tradition and modernity, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of Lagos and the continent as a whole. We look forward to continuing to be part of this dynamic cultural journey and witnessing the ever-evolving artistic landscape of Africa.
