
The École de Dakar: Crafting National Identity Through Art
In post-independence Senegal, the École de Dakar movement transformed art into a vessel for national identity and cultural pride. Rooted in the Negritude philosophy and championed by President Léopold Sédar Senghor, it empowered artists to reclaim African heritage through bold visual storytelling. This is the story of how a school of visionaries helped define modern African art—on their own terms.

The Zaria Art Society: Reclaiming African Art Through Vision, Not Rebellion
In the late 1950s, a group of Nigerian artists came together with one mission: to restore African identity in modern art. Known as the Zaria Art Society, their vision wasn’t rebellion—it was reclamation. Through a philosophy they called Natural Synthesis, they shaped a legacy that still empowers artists today.

Discover the beauty of African art
Celebrate African heritage: vibrant stories, tradition, and contemporary artistry.