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David Koloane: Stylistic journeyman and complex persona

Article Kwanele Sosibo - 8 Nov 2019

Two exhibitions across downtown Jo’burg force a slower look at the famed artist’s work

Designing a new theory of art

Article Zaza Hlalethwa - 5 Apr 2019

A broader history and market-related education needs to be added to curriculums

National Arts Festival 2017: Disruption all around us and still we haven’t learnt

Article Kwanele Sosibo - 2 Jul 2017

Nadia Davids's "What Remains" looks at a grim archaeological discovery as the site of a contest between "memory and history".

Berlin Biennale curator Gabi Ngcobo gets organised

Article Kwanele Sosibo - 7 Dec 2016

Gabi Ngcobo’s speciality is to contribute to global discussions about how best to curate art.

Johannes Phokela messes with the Western art cannon’s masters

Article Mary Corrigall - 29 Oct 2015

Using contemporary references, Johannes Phokela turns the Western canon on itself to comment on the power play.

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Athi-Patra Ruga’s latest art shows ‘Azania’ without a purpose

Article Athi Mongezeleli Joja - 21 Jul 2015

Athi-Patra Ruga's National Arts Festival show brings to mind a neo-avant-gardist catwalk display or an opening act for Lady Gaga, writes Athi Joja.

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Treasured past secures ?a priceless future

Article Staff Reporter - 28 Nov 2013

The Art History Department at the University of the Witwatersrand produces its first Wits History of Art portfolio.

Revolution, re-vision and redress

Article Mario Pissarra - 11 Nov 2011

<b>Mario Pissarra</b> explains how an ambitious project has set a new standard for dealing with competing art histories.

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