Art galleries in Nigeria

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History of Mydrim Gallery Mydrim Gallery was established in 1992 to promote visual art as well as discover and support new talents in Nigeria. An exclusive gallery just off the busy Awolowo Road, Mydrim Gallery seeks to further develop visual arts awareness, provide a conducive environment for the sale of artworks and promote talented artists by ensuring effective exposure. Security/Safety of Mydrim Gallery This is a very safe location. What To Bring Art materials and tools Cash, Credit/Debit cards or Cheque books for the art auctions Things to do while at Mydrim Gallery View the artworks on display Purchase artworks Best Features Their works are permanently displayed and they are reasonably priced. The gallery exhibits to bring focus to the wealth, beauty and message their artworks convey. Writer's Review Looking for genuine paintings, sculptures and other artworks? This gallery exhibits art from many sought after local artists. Most common visitors Come in and mingle with other art lovers and art exhibitors marvelling at the displays during the weekdays.

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About Nimbus art gallery Nimbus art gallery was built in 1970. It is notable as a place to go and appreciate various works of art. Located in the serene environs of Ikoyi, the Nimbus gallery seeks to promote and develop visual art and artists by promoting them and their work. Security/Safety of Nimbus art gallery This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Nimbus art gallery, here are some helpful things to take along with you: A good camera phone or camera. A friend or a couple of friends. Things to do while at Nimbus art gallery Try these activities at Nimbus Art Gallery: See some of the artworks. Buy some of the artworks. Best Features It is a place for artists to showcase their works. Writer's Review To go and appreciate various art works. Most common visitors Art lovers, Photographers, Artists. Nimbus art gallery is showcasing artists in May- Daily Times, 2014.

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About Center For Contemporary Art Center For Contemporary Art was built in 2007. It is notable as a place for the promotion and development of visual arts. Built by Bisi Silva. The Center for Contemporary Art is a non-profit organization that assists and supports professionalism among curators, writers, artists. It supports and promotes both upcoming and established visual artists. Security/Safety of Center For Contemporary Art This is a very safe location. What To Bring A camera or good camera phone. An open mind- Art is subjective. Things to do while at Center For Contemporary Art Visit the photography and video section. Brainstorm on new ideas. Best Features It prioritizes visual practises such as animation, photography that have been neglected in the Nigerian artistic space. Writer's Review To go and learn about the beauty of visual art. Most common visitors Anybody interested in the development and discussion of visual art is welcome here. Center for Contemporary Art opens today- Aachronym blogspot in 2007.

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About Biodun Omolayo Art Gallery Biodun Omolayo Art Gallery was built on December 15th, 2012. It is notable as a place that promotes and appreciates beautiful works of art. It was built by Biodun Omolayo. A manifestation of creativity and artistic desire, the Omolayo gallery features works from both local and foreign artists and aims to pass on beautiful works of art from generation to generation. Security/Safety of Biodun Omolayo Art Gallery This is a very safe location. What To Bring A camera or good camera phone. A friend or group of friends- Nothing beats a group experience. Things to do while at Biodun Omolayo Art Gallery Take pictures. Buy some of the art works. Best Features It is a place to experience and appreciate quality works of art. Writer's Review To come and buy and appreciate quality art works. Most common visitors Artists, Painters, and Photographers are regular faces here. Biodun Omolayo gallery has a showing today, do you want to come? - Ope, a curator.

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About The Hourglass Gallery The Hourglass Gallery. The Hourglass Gallery is a place where art lovers and enthusiasts come to view, feel, connect and buy original artworks. Security/Safety of The Hourglass Gallery This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to The Hourglass Gallery, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Camera to capture the sights and take selfies with Cash or Cheque book Things to do while at The Hourglass Gallery Try this at the Hourglass Gallery: Check out the different artifacts and photos displayed Best Features This is an art gallery that showcase works done by Nigerian and Ghanaian artists. Housed in a nondescript building, it holds exhibitions on selective periods to unveil and promote works in their catalogs. Writer's Review Displaying works of prominent and upcoming artists like Amon Kotei, Donald Odita, Moses Zibor, Sina Yussuff, Chika Idu, Kofi Agorsor, Twins Seven Seven, J.D Akeredolu, and a host of many more, The Hourglass Gallery has, over the years, reached a reputable position in the art world.

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History of National Gallery of Art The National Gallery of Art was built in 1993 by Federal Military Government. It is notable as a place for the exhibition and preservation of creative Nigerian visual art. The National Gallery of Art is responsible for the collection, preservation, and documentation of creative contemporary Nigerian visual art. Security/Safety of National Gallery of Art This is a very safe location. You should note that the Gallery is temporarily closed. What To Bring Before heading to the National Gallery of Art, here are some helpful things to take along with you: A couple of friends. A camera with spare batteries Things to do while at the National Gallery of Art You can do these at the National Gallery of Art: Visit various sections. Buy some artworks. Best Features It is a place that promotes Nigerian visual art. Writer's Review To go and appreciate the beautiful works of art available. Most common visitors Tourists, Photographers, Curators, Art lovers can be found here. Nigerian art gallery is where contemporary art comes alive- Desire, a curator.

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History of Signature Beyond Art Gallery Signature Beyond Art Gallery was established in 1992 to cater to the framing and promotion of African art. This is an art gallery that deals in contemporary and modern African art. Security/Safety of Signature Beyond Art Gallery This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Signature Beyond Art Gallery, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Cash, Credit/Debit cards, or Cheque books for the art auctions. Camera to capture your visit. Things to do while at Signature Beyond Art Gallery Before heading to Signature Beyond Art Gallery, here is something you can plan to do: Check out the different artifacts and photos displayed Best Features A place where art lovers and enthusiasts come to view, feel, connect and buy original artworks, Signature Art has been a major force promoting the art culture in West Africa. Writer's Review They have also expanded their product lines to include furniture and accessories as well as architectural interior design. These services in addition to their artworks, sculptures, and exhibitions make them highly sought after by budding and young artists from all over the country. Signature Beyond gallery to auction contemporary and modern art pieces-PulseNg. Sept 13, 2015 Signature Beyond Art Gallery presents 'We Wear The Mask' exhibition-PulseNg. Sept 10, 2015

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History of Studio by Modé Studio by Modé was established in 2015 to create a space where the voice of a creative with various skills can be clearly heard and understood. It was built by Mode Aderinokun. An art piece itself, this gallery is designed to showcase the works of the owner, Mode Aderinokun, and other artists. Security/Safety of Studio by Modé This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Studio by Modé, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Camera to capture the sights and take selfies with Cash, Credit/Debit cards or Cheque books for the art auctions Things to do while at Studio by Modé Before heading to Studio by Modé, here are some things you can plan to do: View the artistic paintings and works in the gallery Best Features Dedicated to the late Olutayo Aderinokun, this is an exclusive private gallery that consists of five sections and is uniquely inspired by aspects of the Yoruba culture and the owner's vision of Lagos city. Writer's Review A budding art gallery, one can call for a private tour, or inquire about when they host public viewings and shows. Nature meets art at Studio of Mode-Vanguard Newspaper. Jun 11, 2015 Monthly Film Screening at Studio of Mode-ThisDayLive Newspapers. Mar 27, 2016

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About Tents Gallery Tents Gallery. The gallery is unique for taking arts into places outside the conventional galleries. Security/Safety of Tents Gallery This is a very safe location. Best Features A neutral ground for artists and their patrons to meet, openly discuss, and contract artworks, it has attracted people from the local and international scenes. It is a nirvana of sorts where art lovers, upcoming artists, and theatre performers congregate to share their passion. Writer's Review They have displayed works and performed in several high-profile events including the Lagos carnivals. We can all see the wondrous colors everywhere. Many thanks to the people of Tents Gallery-Alh. Mudashiru Aina

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About A Whitespace A Whitespace was established in 2011. A regular residential white building, A Whitespace was established to be a structural blank canvas for actualizing creative ideas to suit client needs. Security/Safety of A Whitespace This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to A Whitespace, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Come along with a companion Things to do while at A Whitespace Try this at A Whitespace: Partake in the events hosted and be entertained Best Features A "fixed pop-up" space, it is a small boutique short-term lettable venue for cultural and retail use. It constantly revolving its look to the satisfaction of the clients. The idea of what A Whitespace is is limited only to your imagination. It is a blank canvas for one to do as much or as little as one wants with it. Excellent creativity as like never seen before-Adekunle Oluwagbemiga Adeboye WhiteSpace, Disrupting Traditional Retail for over 5 years-fbAfrica.com. Apr 25, 2016

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About Inspiro Galeria Inspiro Galeria. The Inspiro Galeria is a lively inspirational gallery with a great cafe out in front, blending Art and Dining together in a huge appreciation for fine life. Security/Safety of Inspiro Galeria This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Inspiro Galeria, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Camera to capture the sights and take selfies with Cash, Credit/Debit cards or Cheque books for the art auctions Cash or Credit/Debit Card for the cafe A good book or company Best Features Offering displays of stunning collections of art as well as inspirational gifts and a wide variety of books from renowned authors, Inspiro Galeria is an innovative and exciting place to visit for people of all ages and tastes. The paintings are so great. I can spend hours exploring the works in there. Thankfully I can always refresh myself at the cafe-Linda Oyebanji It is a different and welcome experience to be surrounded by these lovely works while you eat. It gives for a better appreciation of all that is art from paintings to food-Dozie

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About: The National Gallery of Art, Port Harcourt is a public museum that is home to hundreds of prehistoric African artifacts. Some of the cultural objects in this museum include sculpture, metalwork, painting, pottery, painting, rock art, and decoration. It is positioned in the secretariat complex of the Rivers State Government. This stately museum is a great place to conduct research on Nigerian culture. It serves as a tourism site for locals and foreigners. Safety: It is secure for families and individuals. Best features: Parking space, African art, Serene atmosphere. Best time to visit: Weekdays.