Art Critic Forum on Photography

The Art Critic Forum: Focusing on Photography, Jul. 22 2016 @ Goethe Institut Auditorium

Art Critic Forum on Photography
Dates: July 22, 2016
Venue: Goethe Institut Auditorium
Time: 6 pm
Entry: Free

About
The Art Critic Forum aims at supporting and enhancing the conversation about art in Kenya. At times where there is no formal arts education in public educational establishments, even artists sometimes struggle articulating their work.

The Art Critic Forum’s 3rd edition focuses on Photography and will feature three artists who are going to present their work to a panel consisting of local and international art critics.

Our selected panelists in the hot seat:
MIMI CHERONO NG’OK
JAMES MURIUKI
PAUL KARIUKI MUNENE

The panel will be moderated by Thom Ogonga. Admission is free!

ZA JADI Poster Final-01

Concert: Za Jadi – Celebrating Gospel Classics, Jul. 24 2016@ Michael Joseph Centre

ZA JADI Poster Final-01
Date: 24th July 2016
Venue: Michael Joseph Centre
Time: 2.30-5.30pm
Tickets: 400 Advance | 500 Gate.
Ticket Hotline: Mpesa 0795453035

About
There was a time when gospel music was rich, edifying and authentic. Back when radio stations played spirit-filled tunes and Bible-inspired lyrics. Times have changed but those songs have never left us. On the 24th of July, join To Him Entirely at the Michael Joseph Centre as they go down memory lane playing classics by Angela Chibalonza, Reuben Kigame, Gospel Fathers, Emachichi, Mary Atieno, the Kassangas, Christ Ambassadors band, and many more.

T.H.E band as they are known, are following in the paths of other gospel bands creating a buzz in the industry. The success of groups like Adawnage, Zidi the band and Mwanga has opened up a wiling audience. This is the last concert before they fly out to the Netherlands to perform. As if this is not enough, they are already looking to drop their album by the end of the year.

Za Jadiis their second concert following a successful launch earlier in the year at the Mamlaka Hill Chapel. The band played to a full house, keeping the crowd on its feet for more than an hour with their own original compositions, spiced with a few renditions.

The live concert, Za Jadi, will also feature Zidi the band, James Kahero & friends and a surprise act. Tickets are going for Kshs. 400 advance and Kshs. 500 at the gate.

retiring to a passion

Exhibition: Retiring to a Passion by Patrick Adoyo, Jul. 16-29 2016 @ Banana Hill Art Gallery

retiring to a passion
Dates: July 16-29, 2016
Venue: Banana Hill Art Gallery

About
What does an exhibits designer do after retirement? Patrick Milenye Adoyo knows exactly what he wants to do and that is to make a career out of his greatest passion – art. The former head of Exhibits section of the National Museums of Kenya is not new to the art scene having exhibited several times in different spaces locally and internationally. Colourful market scenes and busy baiskols are very Adoyo but it is in the heart warming countryside compositions with cheerful themes that his passion for what he does is most evident. Designing museum spaces and developing exhibitions is as challenging as it is fulfilling, a life skill for the design professional, fine artist, leader, and now elder as he goes out to face his passion.

Patrick Adoyo’s exhibition will be at the Banana Hill Art Gallery until July 29 2016.

MASTERPIECES POSTER 1 A5

Competition: Photo Contest for Kenyan Photographers, by Jul. 31 2016 @ Photo Kenya Masterpieces

MASTERPIECES POSTER 1 A5
Deadline for submission of entries: July 31, 2016

About
Photo Kenya Masterpieces seek to recognize outstanding and creative photography work among photographers in Kenya.

The award concentrates more on creative genres in photography namely Architecture and Interiors, Wildlife and Conservation, Commercial/Advertising, Landscape/Environmental, Weddings, Street Photography, Fashion Photography, Travel and Phone Photography.

Calendar
1st July 2016 – Opening of entry submissions
20th July – Unveiling of Judges
31st July – Closing of entries
1st -7th August – Judging
12th August – Announcement of Finalists
19th August – Award Cocktail

Find more information at http://www.masterpieces.co.ke/

Women in Music July 2016

Women in Music Concert Ft. Navalayo Nazzva, Sage and Sali Oyugi, Jul. 16 2016 @ Goethe Institut Auditorium

Women in Music July 2016
Date and time: Saturday, 16th July 2016, 7 pm
Venue: Goethe-Institut, Auditorium
Admission: 500 /= KSh

About
Women In Music Concert Series, an offshoot of the Women in Music Forum, is a platform that seeks to promote young women in performing arts. The July 2016 concert will feature performances by Navalayo Nazzva, Sage and Sali Oyugi.

Public Talk with Raphael

Public Discussion With Raphael Chikukwa, Jul.15 2016 @ Goethe Institut Auditorium

Public Talk with Raphael
Date: July 15, 2016
Venue: Goethe Institut Auditorium
Time: 6 pm
Entry: Free

About
Raphael was born in Zimbabwe and has worked mainly as an independent curator for more than ten years before joining the National Gallery of Zimbabwe in 2010 as its Chief Curator. He is the founding curator of the 1st Zimbabwe Pavilion in 2011 and also curated the Zimbabwe Pavilion 2013 and 2015 at the Venice Biennale. Raphael was awarded the 2006 – 2007 Chevening Scholar and now holds an MA Curating Contemporary Design from Kingston University London.Raphael will give a talk on his work and experiences.