1-54 Marrakech 2025

Galerie Atiss Dakar is participating for the second time in the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair in Marrakech, held from January 30 to February 2, 2025. This year, the gallery is exhibiting at booth LM3 in partnership with Space Un Gallery from Tokyo, showcasing the works of six artists: Ousmane Bâ, Yadichinma Ukoha Kalu, Ngimbi Bakambana Luve, Camara Gueye, and Koffi Kukoff Kugbe. Each of these artists addresses powerful themes such as identity, cultural memory, and spirituality, using various media such as collage, painting, printmaking, assemblage, and washi paper. The exhibition reflects a fruitful intersection of African, Western, and Japanese artistic traditions, and highlights the originality and diversity of contemporary creation. Through this collaboration with Space Un, Galerie Atiss Dakar is expanding its international exchanges while continuing to foster enriching artistic dialogues.

Residency October 26 – December 7 // Camara Gueye at IFITRY (Essaouira)

Camara Gueye is currently in residence at the prestigious IFITRY art center, located near Essaouira, Morocco.

IFITRY attracts internationally renowned artists from various African, European, and American backgrounds, as well as numerous Arab talents. Among the distinguished African artists who have worked there are Barthélémy Toguo, Choumali, Soly Cissé, Mansour Ciss, and Diagne Chanel..

Off-site Exhibitions | January 15 – March 7
Exhibition: Artists with Japanese Craftsmanship – Artisan Techniques and Spiritual Elevation at the Residence of Japan

I am pleased to present works by Senegalese and African artists who draw inspiration from Japanese culture, master these artisanal techniques, create in fusion with their own cultures, and express a deep connection to Japan.

This exhibition, entitled “Artists with Japanese Craftsmanship – Artisan Techniques and Spiritual Elevation,” is made possible through a collaboration between Aïssa Dione, internationally renowned in the field of arts and textiles, and Mr. Mbaye Babacar Diouf, a Senegalese artist and Karateka.