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Nigerian artist Samson Bakare's time-travelling art reimagines Africa's past in an intriguing way

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Courtesy of DCG and the Artist On the eve of his upcoming solo exhibition 'Let This Be A Sign', Nigerian artist, painter and sculptor Samson Bakare tells Creative Boom about his inspirations, process and unique approach to re-envisioning the history of Africa. Courtesy of DCG and the Artist Songs of Hope, 2023 © Samson Bakare.

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Cultural festivals for the soul: 2024 events that celebrate art, design, and creativity

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Art Basel Miami Beach. Whether at home or abroad, it'll allow you to travel somewhere new, immerse yourself in new ideas and fresh creativity, and recharge your imagination in the process. January Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival – China, 5 Jan-early March Ever been to an ice sculpture festival?

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UAL student Shihui Li highlights animal extinction through sugar-spun folk art

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And that's certainly the case if you're applying for a course at University of the Arts London (UAL) , which prides itself in encouraging diversity in terms of everything from personal background to creative outlook and experience. This ancient Chinese folk art traditionally depicts animals of the zodiac or scenes from myths and legends.

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The best art books to enjoy in the summer of 2022

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What Artists Wear by Charlie Porter. Art and fashion have always had a tumultuous and unpredictable relationship. On the one hand, there's a long-running stereotype of artists and bohemians wearing black, featureless clothing. What Artists Wear by Charlie Porter. Gluck: Art and Identity by Amy de la Haye and Martin Pel.

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Flora Bai on art as self-healing, developing her style, and exploring parallel worlds via shoes

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Yet despite how unsettling some of her art may sound, creativity has always been a therapeutic pursuit for Flora. Originally from Wuhan, Flora moved to New York four years ago to chase her artistic ambitions. Ever since I was a child, I've always dreamed of becoming an artist," she tells Creative Boom. "I

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Wenching Tang's elegant illustrations are an expression of her introverted personality

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You don't have to be loud to command a room; the same goes for art. Currently living in Taiwan, but having travelled Europe extensively and studied illustration in Brighton, Wenching's fine art background and grasp of traditional skills have allowed her to cultivate a unique aesthetic encompassing both genres. "I

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Jewel-encrusted sardines & knitted cigarettes: Fibre artist Alicja Koz?owska proves that anything is possible

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© Alicja Kozłowska Polish artist Alicja Kozłowska goes to great lengths to create marvellously mundane objects to highlight mass consumption and overproduction. Some people may underestimate the power of embroidery, yet textile artist Alicja Kozłowska is here to prove that quite literally anything is possible with a needle and some material.

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