At no point in the history of painting has the black body been so exalted, fetishized, or scrutinised. I believed the matter to be one driven by colonial guilt, the attrition of white mythological power, and, in lieu of a more hybrid and global grasp of humanity, the need for revisionism. This greater inclusivity is certainly the case, but so is the ongoing commodification
Eclectica Contemporary is pleased to present Lit Up, a solo show by Lars Fischedick. For years, Lars Fischedick’s work inhabited the shadowy realms of deep, brooding palettes neon flashes like distant stars punctuating expanses of dark matter. But with Lit Up, Fischedick steps into a new atmosphere, where geometry softens under pastel skies. The hard edges of his forms, meticulously carved into wood, are now
Eclectica Contemporary Abu Dhabi Art Fair 2024 Eclectica Contemporary is thrilled to present its participation in Abu Dhabi Art Fair 2024, with a presentation of artists Hussein Salim (b. 1966, Sudan) and Ibrahim Khatab (b. 1984, Egypt). From Wednesday, 20 November, to Sunday, 24 November, and open daily from 2 to 9 p.m., visit us in the Emergent section, booth E3. If Walls
Eclectica Contemporary is pleased to present Rebooting the Gaze, a solo show by Patrick Rulore. Patrick Rulore (b. 1995, Johannesburg) has emerged as a South African contemporary artist who blends light and shadow to evoke the quiet dramas of everyday life against the backdrop of power outages and socio-political challenges. His work, inspired by Caravaggio, Vermeer and other masters, utilises illumination to highlight deeper
Eclectica Contemporary at 1-54 London 2024 Eclectica Contemporary is thrilled to announce our participation at 1-54 London 2024, with a presentation in the West Wing of the fair (W10). We are delighted to present artists Thebe Phetogo and Ayogu Kingsley. Ifs and Buts by Ashraf Jamal Ayogu Kingsley has stitched together his ‘Icons of the Whitehouse’ series – paintings of Frantz Fanon, Steve
Eclectica Contemporary is pleased to present Going Guerrilla, a group show featuring Good Good Boy, Emma Hapner, Elspeth Vince, Willemien de Villiers, Ruschka du Toit, Julia Swanepoel Pepler and Karlien van Rooyen. “Do women have to be naked to get into the Met Museum?” Nearly four decades later, we find ourselves asking similar questions. While some progress has been made, the fundamental issues that
Eclectica Contemporary at FNB Joburg Art Fair 2024 We are honoured to participate in the FNB Art Fair in Johannesburg, the longest-running African art fair with a presentation in three sections of the fair: HUB, MAX and GIF. African-owned and run, with Mandela Sibeko as the director, this event stands as a beacon of creativity and cultural exchange, offering a stately atmosphere that
Whispers in the Night In this exhibition, we bring together the works of three exceptional artists from different corners of the globe, each at a unique stage in their artistic journey. Through their distinct styles and perspectives, they explore the rich themes of spirituality, folklore, and contemporary art, offering a diverse and profound exploration of these universal concepts. Together, they present a captivating dialogue
Yasmine Yacoubi and Nina Holmes Yasmine Yacoubi Yasmine Yacoubi is an artist with a rich and diverse background, having lived across four continents, which has deeply influenced her artistic journey. Growing up between Dresden and Casablanca, and later living in places like France, Australia, Chile, and presently South Africa, has expanded her sensitivity and connection to the world. Yacoubi’s artistic exploration began in
Eclectica Contemporary is pleased to present Hot Mess, the third iteration of our collaboration with Morgenster Wine Estate, showcasing works by Good Good Boy. Good Good Boy’s work is multidisciplinary and inspired by the experience and reflection of ‘self’ amidst the swirling influences of the internet, pop culture, social media, socio-politics and intra and interpersonal relationships. Good Good Boy gives this a go through
The Repenters, a show by Hasan and Husain Essop The Repenters Mask, as noun and verb, is typically understood as a disguise. We hide our faces behind a mask. Or, we better express ourselves in-and-through a mask. Despite the thrill a mask inspires, it is never merely a prosthetic or artificial extension. This is because we are as much extensions of objects, as
