Residency participants will engage in mentorship, workshops, and exhibitions to showcase Nigerian creativity globally.
Lagos, Nigeria – The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, in collaboration with MADhouse, is proud to announce the launch of the Reimagining Hope Residency. This transformative program is set to bring together 20 exceptional creatives from across Nigeria for a 4-week residency focused on addressing societal challenges and inspiring cultural pride through artistic expression.
Residency Structure and Streams
The residency, which will feature two streams – in the first and second quarter of 2025, will provide a platform for visual artists (painters, sculptors, and digital artists) to engage in structured mentorship, collaborative workshops, and open studio events. Each participant will create between two to four unique artworks that integrate Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage with contemporary societal issues. These pieces will be showcased in government buildings, embassies, and other prominent institutions locally and internationally.
Key Highlights of the Residency
The key highlights of the residency include; Collaboration among creatives from diverse backgrounds to foster unity and shared innovation; Mentorship by cultural leaders and established artists to refine artistic concepts; Workshops and design-thinking sessions to inspire co-creation and collaboration; and opportunities for public exhibition and global visibility.
Participant Benefits
Participants in the residency will not only benefit from a fully immersive experience but will also access MADhouse’s state-of-the-art facilities. Furthermore, they will engage in shared studio spaces while simultaneously joining cultural excursions, thereby connecting their work to Nigeria’s heritage. Moreover, the residency aims to highlight creativity’s role in nation-building while also fostering relationships between artists and key stakeholders in the creative economy.
Statements from Key Stakeholders
- Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, The Hon. Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, emphasizes the residency’s role in shaping national identity and addressing societal challenges.
- Osarume Akenzua, Director of Innovation and Enterprise at Tikera Africa, highlights how the residency will inspire unity and catalyze change in the creative economy.
Osarume Akenzua, Director of Innovation and Enterprise at Tikera Africa added, “This residency is more than an artistic journey; it is a mission to reimagine how art can build bridges, inspire unity, and catalyze change in the creative economy. At Tikera Africa, we believe in the transformative power of creativity, and this residency reflects our commitment to nurturing the next generation of cultural leaders who will reposition Africa globally through their creative expressions and enterprises.”
Applications are open from 22 January to 15 February 2025. Interested creatives can apply via https://clapnigeria.taplink.ws/.
About MADhouse by Tikera Africa
MADhouse is a creative enterprise incubator dedicated to fostering creativity, innovation, and cultural preservation in Nigeria. Our vision is to nurture a culture-forward Africa driven by creative enterprise. At Tikera Africa, we aim to accelerate Africa’s cultural and creative industries through innovation, disruptive education, and advocacy.
For more information, and enquiries contact:
Gloria Edukere
Communications Manager,
Tikera Africa
communications@tikeraafrica.org
+2348025107766
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