A new group exhibition by the Emerging Artist Programme of the City of Cape Town opens on 5th October 2023 at 6 Spin Street, Cape Town. The exhibition features works of 18 artists in different mediums including two installations.
Titled ‘Mother City’, this exhibition delves into the burgeoning art scene of Cape Town, highlighting the challenges faced by artists in gaining formal training, accessing gallery space, and sustaining themselves economically. It aims to uncover the intricate connection between the city’s environment and the creative process, encouraging reflection on how artists both influence and are influenced by the City’s evolving identity.
The artworks showcased within this collection, curated by Zimasile Mjokozeli, offer a contemplative space, inviting viewers to explore the dynamic relationship between artists and the city that fuels their creativity.
The programme will also include an artist talk featuring Hugo Kabeya (Emerging Artists Alumni) and Lebo Kekana (Fede Art House) in conversation with Zimasile Mjokozeli on:
Saturday 7 October, 11:00 – 13:00
Gallery Hours:
Tuesday – Friday: 10:00 – 16:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 14:00
Monday and Sunday: Closed
Limited Access if other events are in the space.
For more information: [email protected] | +27 21 461 0666 | @emergingartistscpt
Thank you to our collaborators: Emerging Artists Programme | City of Cape Town | AV Direct | DA Concept | 6 Spin Street Gallery | Afriworld
Featured Artists:
Amanda Botha @Indiego.Botha
Bernice Miya @bee_art_studiooo
Candice Myataza @deepartearthworld
Chloe Khan @chloekhan.art
Dorian Watson
Fatima Ward @fatiema_ward
Jordan Philander
Kabelo Moraloki @Kabelomoraloki_art
Kimberley Titus @Kim.titus_art
Khaya Bobotyana @khayabartwork
Khomotso Phetla @aspacekhomotso_arts
Kwabena Shange @kwabena.shange
Kenneth Gaffley @_ken_obi_
Lee-Anco Adams @leeancoadamsart
Sinawo Ngceni @s.ngceni
Sive Mraulana @Blaqslim_Arts
Theo Potgieter @theokillerwhale
Viviane Hertzog @vivianeherzog
About Emerging Artists Programme:
Emerging artists confront a multitude of challenges, including a lack of essential support, exposure, and opportunities to nurture their artistic journeys. At the same time, they grapple with the urgent need for a more inclusive and diverse art industry.
In response to these challenges, the City of Cape Town’s Arts and Culture Branch has initiated the Emerging Artists Programme. This Programme is designed to address the needs of under-resourced, inexperienced, and relatively unknown artists in Cape Town.
Through this Programme, we offer accessible training, mentorship, networking opportunities, and opportunities for showcasing their work. Our mission is to empower emerging artists from all backgrounds, providing them with opportunities to thrive.
The Emerging Artists Annual Business Development Programme is an initiative specifically designed and aimed to empower emerging artists. It equips them with the essential tools and resources required to develop and flourish in the arts industry. This Programme titled “Building a Sustainable Art Career” was aimed at emerging artists based in Cape Town who are in the early stages of their careers.
One of the significant benefits of the workshops was the way in which they stimulated the attendees’ entrepreneurial spirit. By shedding light on various strategies and best practices, we encouraged the participants to think strategically and develop a business mind-set that would enable them to thrive in their artistic endeavours. Additionally, the workshops facilitated the formation of connections and networks within the creative space, providing a supportive community of like-minded individuals who could offer guidance, collaboration and mutual inspiration.
Overall, the “Building a Sustainable Art Career” workshops created a dynamic learning environment that nurtured the attendees’ growth and development as artists and creatives. It served as a catalyst for their success by equipping them with invaluable knowledge, fostering a sense of entrepreneurialism, and connecting them with a network of peers. We are delighted to have had the opportunity to contribute to their journey, and we look forward to witnessing their continued growth and accomplishments in the art world.
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