1-54 is collaborating with Artskop3437 for a series of interviews with artists presented at the New York edition of the fair, which is held exclusively online throughout the month of May. In light of the current pandemic, Artskop3437 spoke to Sungi Mlengeya to find out more about her work and practice – especially during these trying times.

Nigerian artist Kelechi Nwaneri, represented by EBONY/CURATED, invited 1-54 to his studio located in Lagos, and told us more about his work.

While Fridman Gallery (New York, USA) has launched an online viewing room for Latent Tapestries, the first solo exhibition in New York by artist Nate Lewis, 1-54 had a chat with him about his practice in this very specific international context. Nate Lewis will be part of the 1-54 online edition, available on 6 May.

Senegalese artist Ousmane Niang, represented by Afikaris (Paris, France), invited us to his studio in Dakar, and told us about his daily life during confinement.

1-54 invited Nigerian artist Ken Nwadiogbu, represented by Retro Africa (Abuja, Nigeria), to show us his Lagos studio and tell us a little more about his current work.

In this video presented by EBONY/CURATED (Cape Town, South Africa) and shot by Evan Naudé, South African artist Kimathi Mafafo discusses her work and practice in her studio.

We are delighted to launch a new video format: the 1-54 Studio Visit Series, recorded by the artists themselves during confinement. First artist to participate is LR Vandy, represented by October Gallery, London, UK.

In view of the current health crisis, 1-54 has come to the difficult yet necessary decision to postpone the forthcoming edition of 1-54 New York 2020 until 2021.

For the very first time, 1-54 Marrakech is delighted to present three outdoor sculptures by artists Yamou, Soukaïna Aziz El Idrissi and Moataz Nasr in the magnificent backdrop of La Mamounia.

For the third consecutive year, Loft Art Gallery will come back to La Mamounia among the 20 selected galleries presented at 1-54 Marrakech. This year the gallery will be also presenting a duo-show at El Fenn by artists Amina Agueznay and Hicham Benohoud as part of 1-54 extended Public Programme. Discover more about them by reading our latest interview!

Egyptian artist Sayeda Khalil will be showcasing at 1-54 Marrakech on the booth of UBUNTU art gallery. Find out more on her method, practice and ideas as a woman artist and experienced and valued mentor at the Faculty of Arts Education, Cairo

Why taking part to 1-54? Expectations and thoughts of the newcomer gallery: Afikaris, discussing their very first participation in the fair and their solo presentation by up-and-rising star Jean-David Nkot

Discover some of the highlights at 1-54 partner exhibitions and have fun exploring arts in the Marrakech Medina! Organised by Pikala Bikes, as part of the extensive 1-54 Public Programme,

Explore galleries and artists in advance by visiting the 1-54 Marrakech 2020 Preview on Artsy. This online feature will allow collectors and visitors to browse booths and inquire on artworks before the fair opens!

The first official on-the-go guide to 1-54 Art Fair is arrived: plan your visit in advance and make the most of your tour to 1-54 Marrakech 2020!

Since its inception in 2005, Johannesburg-based AFRONOVA GALLERY offers an eclectic and innovative view on contemporary African art, with a special focus on photography. Founders Émilie Demon and Henri Vergon opened up on their curatorial choices and the ever-evolving Joburg’s art scene

1-54 New York 2020 will celebrate the inaugural Ritzau Art Prize, an award supporting extraordinary artists from the African continent for three-month career-enhancing residencies at ISCP in New York City in 2020, 2021, and 2022.

1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair is pleased to announce the sixth edition of the fair in New York running from 8 to 10 May, 2020 at The Caldwell Factory in Chelsea, Manhattan.

1-54 is honoured to invite an artist presented at 1-54 Marrakech 2020 at the Thami Mnyele Foundation, Amsterdam, the Netherlands, as an awarded artist in residence for a three-month period in 2021.

A new programme of Partner Projects has been announced for the third edition of 1-54 Marrakech coming up this February 2020.

Gallerist Natalie Obadia on the position of 1-54 in the international art fairs’ circuit and the role of Marrakech as growing centre for contemporary art.

We had the chance to interview Lakin Ogunbanwo before the exhibition of his work in Marrakech, he told us about his creative process and his newest body of work.

Explore the full 1-54 Public Programme, gathering a list of events and exhibitions happening across the city over the four days of the fair!

1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair is delighted to announce the 20 international galleries participating in its third Marrakech edition, taking place at La Mamounia, 22 and 23 February, with VIP Previews on 20 and 21 February 2020.

Our 1-54 London 2019 Catalogue is now available online, do not miss the chance to get insights on the artists and the galleries presented to this London edition of 1-54.

Discover all booths at the seventh edition of 1-54 London 2019!

To compliment the programme, we invited many of those who knew Silva to share one thing they learnt from her, which could be useful for others to know. These are now all published below.

For their October issue, NewAfrican published an interview with Tola Ojuolape, the designer behind the Lounge project at 1-54 London 2019. As part of our media partnership with NewAfrican, we’re sharing it here.

NewAfrican published an interview with Kiluanji Kia Henda on their October issue, on the occasion of his monumental sculpture commission at 1-54 London 2019. As part of our media partnership with NewAfrican, we’re sharing it here.

Before doors open next week, we invite you to explore a first look at the fair on Artsy. Visit the online preview to inquire on works for sale now and to learn more about this year’s exhibiting galleries and artists.

To celebrate Aïda Muluneh’s exhibition at Somerset House as part of 1-54 London 2019, culture video platform Nowness collaborated with WaterAid to create a special episode of their Photographers in Focus series.

Angolan artist Kiluanji Kia Henda, represented by Goodman Gallery, has been selected for the 2019 edition of the 1-54 Courtyard Sculpture Commission, presenting Fortress.

1-54 London will be returning to Somerset House this October…

Tickets for the 7th edition of 1-54 London are now on sale online. Get yours before September at a special early-bird price…

Learn more about the artists exhibited at the fair with selected events open to all. All events are free to attend with a 1-54 ticket, simply register in advance to secure your place…

Next year, the fair will bring together 20 leading galleries to La Mamounia, 22 – 23 February, presenting an exciting showcase of artists from Africa and its diaspora of both emerging and established profile…

In addition to the 45 international galleries exhibiting at the upcoming seventh edition, 1-54 will feature an expanded selection of Special Projects. Amongst them works by Mary Sibande and Aïda Muluneh, collaborations with…

1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair returns to London for its seventh edition at Somerset House, 3 – 6 October 2019. Bringing together 45 galleries from 19 countries, 1-54 will be

This October, Somerset House and 1-54 are proud to present ‘Mary Sibande: I Came Apart at the Seams’, an exhibition of new and celebrated works from one of South Africa’s most prominent contemporary artists…

Explore all galleries and exhibited artworks from the fifth edition of 1-54 New York through the virtual tour of the fair…

The fifth edition of 1-54 in New York is opening this week at Industria …

Kamel Lazaar Foundation and 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair are pleased to renew their collaboration on a courtyard installation commission, allowing artists from Africa and its diaspora to advance their practice with a project of monumental scale…

Special Projects at the fifth edition of 1-54 New York, include collaborations with Pioneer Works and Aperture Foundation, as well as a presentation of the black and white photographs by Paul Kodjo….

Catch here a glimpse of the second edition of 1-54 Marrakech with photos and images from the fair…

Before the 2019 edition of 1-54 Marrakech opens next week, we invite you to explore a first look at the fair on Artsy…

For its second Marrakech edition, 1-54 will be partnering once again with major local institutions to offer a vibrant programme of Special Projects around the city of Marrakech during the fair at La Mamounia, 21 – 24 February 2019. Discover here the full list….

Bringing together 18 international galleries and the works of over 65 established and emerging artists, 1-54 Marrakech aims to broaden its programme with bespoke events and exhibitions across the city and showcase Marrakech’s creative energy…

This interview was originally published in the October 2018 issue of New African, to coincide with the sixth edition of 1-54 London. Opening his first solo exhibition in the UK

Before doors open next week, we invite you to explore a first look at 1-54 London on Artsy…