2pm Saturday, March 30th

Residency Reboot: Taking Time to Deepen your Artistic Practice

Moderated by Ugonna Ibe

Art residencies can have a transformative impact and play a pivotal role in shaping the careers of contemporary artists. In this panel, we delve into the significance of residencies as invaluable spaces for experimentation, research, and the cultivation of innovative ideas. Our distinguished panelists include organizers from both local and international residencies, each sharing their unique perspectives on the benefits of art residencies.

From providing a platform for creative experimentation to fostering cross-cultural collaborations, these residencies play a pivotal role in nurturing emerging talent. They also demystify the application process and the expectations of during these experiences that lead to a more enriched and innovative artistic landscape in Nigeria and diasporic communities. Join us for a captivating exploration into the profound impact of art residencies on the creative spirit.

Ugonna Ibe is a designer, curator and environmentalist. She is the founder of Yenwa Gallery, which showcases contemporary works of African & diaspora artists with a special focus on photography & new media. Ugonna Ibe most recently served as the Director of the Guild of Professional Fine Artists of Nigeria (GFA). She is the creative director of womenswear brand Cinnamon Lagos.

PANELISTS

Nadine Siegert is the director of the Goethe-Institut Nigeria and was formerly head of culture and development at the Goethe-Institut South Africa. Between 2011 and 2019, she was the Deputy Director of Iwalewahaus, University of Bayreuth. She is also the co-founder of Iwalewa books, a publishing house for books on art, discourse, and archives.

Nadine Siegert

Tony Agbapuonwu is a curator, writer, and strategy consultant. He founded Art Bridge Project, a community-based visual art organization and think tank for artists. Through his curatorial endeavors, he explores experiential and material poetics with commentary on social, cultural, and political history to amplify the transformative power of art and champion artists working with frontier techniques and new media.

Tony Agbapuonwu

Moni is a natural observer of life who channels her genuine interest in human behaviour into every aspect of life including art.  Always one willing to delve into new experiences, she waltzed into the art scene in 2016 after working in various industries including health and fin-tech.  Moni combines a keen interest in psychology, cultural analysis, storytelling, and art by finding an outlet for her creative expressions in the fast-paced Lagos art world. She is passionate about social justice, mental health, womanhood, and using art to tell stories.

Moni Aisida

Aderinsola Ajao is an arts manager with experience spanning the cultural and creative industries. She is currently the Programme Manager for West/Central Africa at the Johannesburg office of the Swiss Arts Council Pro Helvetia.  Aderinsola is also the founder and curator of Screen Out Loud, an independent cinema series organized in partnership with Alliance Française Lagos.

Aderinsola Ajao

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