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Martine Jackson shapes clay to document emotive journeys, such as Silent Resolve
AFRICAN ARTISTS

Clay Formes and the resurgence of African sculptural traditions

Olivia Barrell’s gallery and book reclaim clay’s place in art history, grounded in care and curation

  • Thembeka Heidi Sincuba
5 min read
Putting it into words: (clockwise from top)Misha Krynauw on their stoep; Nkgopoleng Moloi hits the keys during a break from her day job; Lukho Witbooi in his home office; Ashraf Jamal takes time out. (David Harrison and Delwyn Verasamy)
ART

Do we think enough of art writers beyond the byline?

When we think about sustainability in the arts, do we think (enough) about art writers? They are everywhere and yet often invisible. Their names appear in small print beneath or…

  • Keely Shinners
7 min read