Marrakech Mag

Respect to "Marrakech Mag" for following up on Hassan's bold proposal for the cover of the first edition: a tribute to JamaAl Fna's woman, and a recognition on his pioneer vision.

And the content is fabulously fresh, indie and in the flesh of Marrakesh!

It should be available on the continent and very soon in London...

"KESH ANGELS"

For his second solo show in London, Hassan sharing with us his vision of girls on bikes:Kesh Angels. Directing them in theatrical poses with their scooters, motorcycles and colourful outfits, he creates images that reflect their strength, style and street-smart attitude. In veils and djellabah, the ‘Kesh Angels respect a certain tradition, but their presence is defiantly modern
28 May-26June - By appointment:
269 Kensington High street,London W8 6NA.

"Always moving forward"...

... is a survey of recent work produced by artists from various regions in Africa, responding to emerging technologies, transitioning landscapes, rampant globalization and the forces of capitalism - including the influence of advertising. These artists are linked by a sensibility that has evolved as an intuitive response to the persistent pressure of our media-saturated society. Their new expressions are important developments in the art of image-making and together create a powerful dialogue.

At the Gallery 44, toronto - May 1 to May 29

Curated by Kenneth Montague, featuring:

MOHAMED BOUROUISSA

MOHAMED CAMARA

CALVIN DONDO

SAMUEL FOSSO

HASSAN HAJJAJ
BOUCHRA KHALILI

ANTONY KIMANI

LEBOHANG MASHILOANE

AïDA MULUNEH

DAWIT L. PETROS
ZWELETHU MTHETHWA

GUY TILLIM

ANDREW TSHABANGU

NONTSIKELELO ‘LOLO’ VELEKO

Happy Few!

Since it is a fresh aquisition, "Saida in Green" will be included in the re-hang of the Phtograph Gallery at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

The new display will feature work fom the 70's to today, The Other Britain Revisited: Photographs from New Society

Hand painted digital C-type prints, with reclaimed tyre frame, 50 x 40 cm, 2000