Artists whose work is inspired by historical forms, techniques or practices in West Africa today.
Each artist will give a brief presentation of their work on the Main Stage, followed by a breakout discussion moderated by LaMar Gayles in Sessions.
Presentations by: Ebenezer Akakpo and Philip Omodamwen
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Ebenezer Akakpo
My presentation will illuminate the profound interplay between my cultural background and skillset by tracing a trajectory from age-old influences to contemporary reimagining. By exploring these facets, I…
Philip Omodamwen
Phil Omodamwen is a 6th generation Benin bronze caster in Nigeria. Born in Benin City in 1971 into the Omodamwen’s family which belongs to the…
LaMar Gayles
LaMar Gayles (a native son of the South Side of Chicago) is an archaeologist, independent curator, material culture scholar, and technical art historian. He is…