Talks: Koyo Kouoh | Locust Projects
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Join Locust Projects + Oolite Arts for a engaging conversation with Koyo Kouoh, the esteemed executive director and chief curator of Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA). This captivating event, titled "Talks: Koyo Kouoh," will take place at Locust Projects in Miami on April 3, 2024.
Koyo Kouoh brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her role at Zeitz MOCAA. Prior to her appointment, she served as the founding artistic director of RAW Material Company, a renowned center for art, knowledge, and society in Dakar. Kouoh's curatorial work has garnered international recognition, with notable exhibitions such as "Body Talk: Feminism, Sexuality and the Body in the Works of Six African Women Artists" and "Still (the) Barbarians, 37th EVA International." She has also contributed extensively to the critical field of the arts community, making significant contributions to publications like "When We See Us: A Century of Black Figuration in Painting" and "Word! Word? Word! Issa Samb and The Undecipherable Form."
During her tenure at Zeitz MOCAA, Kouoh has focused on showcasing the work of African and African-descent artists through in-depth solo exhibitions. Notable artists she has worked with include Otobong Nkanga, Johannes Phokela, Senzeni Marasela, Abdoulaye Konaté, Tracey Rose, and Mary Evans.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain insight into the artistic vision and thought-provoking perspectives of Koyo Kouoh. This event is free to attend, making it accessible to all art enthusiasts. Join us for an enlightening evening that celebrates the diversity and richness of contemporary African art.