Guest Artists Space (G.A.S.) Foundation

G.A.S. Foundation is thrilled to welcome Bisila Noha, our first resident of the year. A ceramic artist, researcher, and writer based in London, Bisila’s practice explores the intersections of heritage, craft, and community. Through her work, she seeks to challenge Western perspectives on art and craft, using ceramics as a medium to question societal notions of productivity, value, and tradition. Her practice spans wheel-thrown pieces to sculptural works that blend throwing, coiling, and carving which connects her to her roots, and our collective past. "I would love to use my time at G.A.S. to improve my skills by having uninterrupted time to create, which feels like an incredible luxury. I hope to spend time working alongside the local potters near the Farm. This will be a fantastic opportunity not only to learn new skills and gain insights into their history but also to connect on a human level." 🔗 Read more in the following link: https://lnkd.in/eAgdfgDD ⁠ This residency is generously supported by kó Art Space. #gasfoundation #gasfellowship #averyyoungblood #artistinresidency #traditionalart #research #culturalexchange #residencyprogram #gaslibrary #gasfarm #archives #history #community #pottery Image credits: 1. Photo of Bisila Noha. Photo credit of Sebastian Bruno. 2. Primus I (2024). Photo courtesy of Bisila Noha.

Throwback to Primitive Hypertext, an inspiring presentation and printing workshop by then-resident Avery Youngblood at G.A.S. Lagos! During this event, Avery introduced participants to the Riso printing machine, known for its bold, textured prints and screen-printing-like process. Following this, Avery delved into her residency research on how obsolete technologies shape modern creativity. Central to the discussion was 'primitive hypertext,' a concept inspired by Octavia E. Butler’s exploration of interconnected thinking, memory, and storytelling. Attendees reflected on how these ideas challenge and expand our understanding of creativity, history, and identity. The evening concluded with a hands-on workshop, where participants transformed these concepts into unique prints, exploring creativity, technology, and storytelling. 🔗 Read more via the following link: https://lnkd.in/gBNuVCCh #gasfoundation #gasfellowship #artistresidency #averyyoungblood #research #residencyprogram #printing #storytellingworkshop #archives #octaviabutler #identityandtechnology #primitivehypertext @yaleschoolofart

Did you miss Osei Bonsu’s 'Building Artists’ Estates and Legacies'? Watch the full video via the following link: https://lnkd.in/gyiiGiby In this event, Osei Bonsu, curator of International Art at Tate Modern, led a conversation with key representatives from the estates of Nigeria’s modernist pioneers, including Salma Uche-Okeke, Rufus Nwoko, Morayo Anthonio Grillo, and Ejiro Onobrakpeya. The panel focused on the Zaria Art Society (1958–1961) and the work of Uche Okeke, Demas Nwoko, Bruce Onobrakpeya, and Yusuf Grillo, whose contributions reshaped Nigeria’s art scene. The discussion also explored efforts to preserve and expand these legacies for future generations. #guestartistsspace #gasfoundation #zariaartsociety #nigerianmodernism #culturalpreservation #artisticheritage #oseibonsu #ucheokeke #demasnwoko #bruceonobrakpeya #yusufgrillo #artinstitutions #africanmodernism

🌟 Season’s Greetings from G.A.S. Foundation! 🌟 As we close out 2024, we’re filled with gratitude for a year of creativity and collaboration. Here’s to an inspiring 2025 with new opportunities, connections, and shared journeys. Thank you for being part of our story. — A roundup of our 2024 residents Victor Svensson Eric Oetterli Nolan Oswald Dennis Graeme Smith Remi Kuforiji Amanda Iheme Jacqueline Katesi Kalange Dawit L. Petros Amaya Loubeau Neil Grasty Robyn Simpson Adeyosola Adeniran Ufuoma Ogbemudje Osayame Emokpae-Ozoro Phokeng Setai Ana Ogunsanya Alexandra Martens Serrano Shabu Mwangi Liz Kobusinge Theophilus Imani Kosisochukwu Nnebe Ofem Ubi Osei Bonsu Mobolaji Ogunrosoye Raymond Pinto Rafael Kouto Avery Youngblood Misheck Masamvu #residencyroundup #guestartistspace #gasfoundation #yinkashonibarefoundation #ysf #2024highlights #creativecommunity #artistsinresidence #lagosresidency #artisticjourney #globalcreatives #inspiring2025

🚨 REMINDER! 🚨 Applications are still open for the G.A.S. Fellowship Award 2025! Two fully-funded six-week residencies at G.A.S. Lagos are being offered to outstanding mid-career professionals based and actively working on the African continent: ⁠ ⁠ 🎨 One residency for a mid-career visual fine artist (5th May - 14th June 2025)⁠ 🖼️ One residency for a mid-career curator (16th June - 25th July 2025)⁠ ⁠ The residencies are part of Project Nexus, a three-year programme empowering artists and curators through residencies, workshops, and educational initiatives supported by Deutsche Bank.⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eKSNUv3U ‼️ Deadline: Sunday, 12th January 2025, 23:59 WAT —--⁠ #gasfoundation #guestartistsspace #artistresidency #curatorresidency #africancreatives #opencall #callforapplications #gasfellowshipaward #culturalexchange #projectnexus #deutschebank @deutschebank @deutschebankart

To conclude her residency at G.A.S. Lagos, Mobolaji Ogunrosoye hosted an intimate dinner and film screening of Black Girl, a 1966 French-Senegalese drama written and directed by Ousmane Sembène. Adapted from a short story in Sembène’s 1962 collection Voltaique, the film tells the story of Diouana, a young Senegalese woman who moves from Dakar to France to work as a nanny for a wealthy family. Her aspirations for a cosmopolitan life are crushed as she is confined to the role of a domestic servant, enduring mistreatment from her employers. During the evening, Mobolaji reflected on her residency, highlighting how her research in the G.A.S. Library and Picton Archive enriched her exploration of distortion and layering in her art. She also discussed her focus on female experiences, using Black Girl to highlight the struggles of African women. The screening was followed by a rich discussion on identity, colonialism, and the African diaspora, leaving attendees with reflections on the film’s relevance today. 🔗 Read more via the following link: https://lnkd.in/enPdQC9b ⁠ #gasfoundation #gasfellowship #artistresidency #mobolajiogunrosoye #artistinresidency #ousmanesembene #research #culturalexchange #blackgirl #collage #gaslibrary #archives #history

On December 13th, G.A.S. Lagos hosted Functions of Humor, a talk and workshop led by two-time G.A.S. resident Ofem Ubi and acclaimed Nigerian-British artist, film director, photographer, and poet Jolade Olusanya. The event began with a presentation in which Ofem shared insights from his eight-week residency at the G.A.S. Farm House, exploring humor as a powerful tool for navigating societal challenges like insecurity and inflation. Building on this, Joladé and Ofem led a dynamic workshop blending humor, creativity, and social reflection. Participants crafted humorous yet reflective narratives, exploring how humor shapes challenges, fosters connection, and aids healing and change. 🔗 Read more through the following link: https://lnkd.in/eiqRi2yn ⁠ #guestartistsspace #gasfoundation #humor #ofemubi #joladeolusanya #artisttalk #gasfarm #writingworkshop #residencyprogram #mulidisciplinaryartist #literacy #research

🎨 In October, Lagos’ vibrant art season was in full swing, and Art X Lagos stood out as one of its keystone events. As a proud residency partner, G.A.S. Foundation was delighted to host Shabu Mwangi, recipient of the Access ART X Diaspora Prize. Shabu’s residency with us wrapped up this November, marking a meaningful chapter in his creative journey. During the fair, Shabu presented Fortune and Power, a powerful exhibition that explored systemic oppression, governance, and the interplay between tradition and modernity in African societies. Inspired by his community in Nairobi’s Mukuru Slum and his time in Lagos and Ijebu-Ode, Shabu’s work featured six figurative oil paintings and an installation evoking the Zangbeto masquerade—a symbol of law, order, and traditional values. ____ Shabu Mwangi, Access ART X Prize: What May Come 2024 Exhibition. Image courtesy of ART X Lagos. The ART X Prize is sponsored by Access Corporation, the parent company of Access Bank. @artxlagos @myaccessbank @theaccesscorp #shabumwangi #fortuneandpower #artxlagos2024 #africanart #contemporaryart #gasfoundation #guestartistsspace #artistinresidence #residentartist #ContemporaryArt #culturalexchange #contemporaryartist

❓️Have you got questions about the G.A.S. Fellowship Award 2025? Join us this Thursday on Zoom for an informative session led by Y.S.F. CEO Belinda Holden and G.A.S. Executive Director Moni Aisida. They'll walk you through the application guidelines, eligibility criteria, and everything you need to know about the award. You'll also have the chance to ask any questions you may have during the session. 💻️ Register here: https://lnkd.in/eQAVUkDu The 2025 edition of the award offers two fully-funded six-week residencies at G.A.S. Lagos for outstanding mid-career professionals based and actively working on the African continent: ⁠ 🎨 One residency for a mid-career visual fine artist (5th May - 14th June 2025)⁠ 🖼️ One residency for a mid-career curator (16th June - 25th July 2025)⁠ The residencies are part of Project Nexus, a three-year programme empowering artists and curators through residencies, workshops, and educational initiatives supported by Deutsche Bank.⁠ 🔗 Visit our website to apply.⁠ ‼️ Application deadline: Sunday, 12th January 2025, 23:59 WAT⁠ ---- #gasfoundation #guestartistsspace #artistresidency #curatorresidency #africancreatives #opencall #callforapplications #gasfellowshipaward #culturalexchange #projectnexus #deutschebank

This December, we are thrilled to host our final resident of the year, Nigerian multidisciplinary artist Mobolaji Ogunrosoye, as she undertakes a two-week research fellowship at G.A.S. Lagos. Known for a distinct visual language that intersects photography and collage, Mobolaji's practice critically delves into themes of selfhood, body image, and the societal forces that shape identity in West African women both on the continent and in the diaspora. “I’ve been in discussions with G.A.S. about accessing their library and archives for some time now. This residency offers a unique opportunity to immerse myself in a rich repository of materials, which will significantly support my collage practice. By building a personal archive of images, I will be better equipped to expand the conceptual and material possibilities within my work.” 🔗 Read more in the following link: https://lnkd.in/ejMwx-SF All images courtesy of the Artist. #gasfoundation #gasfellowship #artistresidency #mobolajiogunrosoye #artistinresidency #photography #research #culturalexchange #residencyprogram #collage #gaslibrary #archives #history