Exhibition: ‘Crossed Perspectives on Kenyan Society’ by Joseph Bertiers and Newton Eshivachi, Aug. 5-31 2025 @ Alliance Française Nairobi.

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Opening: Tuesday, August 5 at 6:30 p.m.

Venue: Alliance Française Nairobi

Dates: Until August 31, 2025

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This exhibition is an artistic dialogue between two generations of Kenyan artists: Joseph Bertiers, internationally recognized for his witty artworks, and Newton Eshivachi, a sharp-eyed emerging artist.

The two artists explore the complexities, aspirations, and contradictions of Kenyan society. Bertiers, known for his satirical and narrative style, offers a biting yet humorous critique of political and social absurdities. In contrast, Eshivachi presents a more introspective vision, shaped by identity quests and the cultural dynamics of a younger generation.

Between collective memory and contemporary realities, satire and visual poetry, this exhibition invites viewers to reflect—critically, ironically, and with engagement—on Kenya’s past and present.

Exhibition: Art for Change, Oct. 30 – Aug. 5 2023 @ The Sarit Expo Centre – Westlands.

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Dates: July 30 – August 5, 2023

Venue: Cherengani Hall, The Sarit Expo Centre

Time: 9 AM – 5 PM

Entry: Free

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The Art Exhibition event will bring together notable names in the art industry; some of the artists to be featured in the exhibition include Peter Elung’at, Patrick Kinuthia, Sophie Walbeoffe, Joseph Bertiers and Camille Wekesa and young upcoming artists from Mukuru School of the Art among others. 

Exhibition: Art for Change, Oct. 30 – Aug. 5 2023 @ The Sarit Expo Centre – Westlands.

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Dates: July 30 – August 5, 2023

Venue: Cherengani Hall, The Sarit Expo Centre

Time: 9 AM – 5 PM

Entry: Free

About

The Art Exhibition event will bring together notable names in the art industry; some of the artists to be featured in the exhibition include Peter Elung’at, Patrick Kinuthia, Sophie Walbeoffe, Joseph Bertiers and Camille Wekesa and young upcoming artists from Mukuru School of the Art among others. 

Exhibition: Sarakasi za Siasa by Joseph Bertiers, Jul. 13 – 31 2022 @ Alliance Française

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Dates: July 13-31, 2022

Venue: Alliance Française

Sarakasi za Siasa by Joseph Bertiers

Joseph Mbatia Njoroge, or ‘Bertiers’ as he is fondly known, began his artistic career as a professional sign writer.  Over the past three decades, Bertiers’ lively, realistic and colourful paintings have humorously chronicled and weaved many local and international events with everyday life in Kenya. 

This exhibition of his large-scale canvasses and life-size sculptures offers a satirical view of Kenyan politics over the years.

Exhibition: Sarakasi za Siasa by Joseph Bertiers, Jul. 13 – 31 2022 @ Alliance Française

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Dates: July 13-31, 2022

Venue: Alliance Française

Sarakasi za Siasa by Joseph Bertiers

Joseph Mbatia Njoroge, or ‘Bertiers’ as he is fondly known, began his artistic career as a professional sign writer.  Over the past three decades, Bertiers’ lively, realistic and colourful paintings have humorously chronicled and weaved many local and international events with everyday life in Kenya. 

This exhibition of his large-scale canvasses and life-size sculptures offers a satirical view of Kenyan politics over the years.

Exhibitions: Michael Soi, Patrick Mukabi, Joseph Bertiers & Others + Patrick Abungu, May 18 – Jun. 2017 @ National Museum

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“Saying the unspeakable in museums” at the Nairobi Museum during the International Museum Day – May 18 2017

Theme: Museums and Contested Histories – Saying the Unspeakable in Museums
Open to public from Thurs 18th May 11am

Exhibition 1: by Michael Soi, Patrick Mukabi, Joseph Bertiers and others
Venue: Creativity Gallery
On Until May 30, 2017

An exhibition by artists who do not flinch from controversial issues.

Exhibition 2: in text and images by Patrick Abungu and Okoko Ashikoye

Venue: Temporary Gallery
On Until June 30, 2017

An exhibition on the abolition of slavery in East Africa and its legacy on contemporary Kenyan society of slave descent.

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Exhibition: Kenyan Pop ‘n’ Roll, Until Mar. 17 2017 @ Alliance Française

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Dates: Until March 17, 2017
Venue: Alliance Française

Participating Artists: Joseph Bertiers, Michael Soi (Godown Arts Centre), Dennis Muraguri, Lionel Garang, Wycliffe Opondo, Aron Boruya, Alex Njoroge, Anthony Maina (Kuona Trust), Kerosh, Richard Kuria, Solo, Joan Otieno, Blaine, Cephas, Msale (Railway Museum and Dust Depo) and Nduta Kariuki.

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A visual language derived from local aesthetics and geographies.

Joseph Bertiers A2A Talk

Artist2Artist With Joseph Bertiers, May 12 2016 @ Bertiers’ Studio – Karen

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Joseph Bertiers A2A Talk
Event: Artist2Artist
Date: 12th May 2016
Venue: Bertiers’ Studio, Karen
Time: 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Facilitator: Joseph Bertiers

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Artist2Artist is a forum that provides a safe space for artists to get together, share experiences, exchange ideas and talk about their personal journeys.

This session will be hosted by Joseph Bertiers. Bertiers’s work is concerned with social, political and economic issues in Kenya and abroad. His detailed paintings and life-sized sculptures are characterized by a sharp wit and humour. As a teenager, Bertiers painted signs for shops and bars, which led him to pursue a career in art.

Join this, one on one, conversation with the artist at his studio in Karen as he shares insights about his life as an artist, mentor and entrepreneur.

This two hour session is open to all and will run from 2pm to 4pm. RSVP by calling 0721262326 before 10th May 2016.