Collage Workshop and Tour of NigerianModernism at Tate Modern

Set against the backdrop of cultural and artistic rebellion, Nigerian Modernism celebrates the achievements of Nigerian artists working before and after the decade of national independence from British colonial rule in 1960.Nigerian Modernism tells the story of artistic networks which spanned Zaria, Ibadan, Lagos and Enugu, as well as London, Munich and Paris. Through groups like the Zaria Art Society and Mbari Artists' and Writers' Club, they fused Nigerian, African and European techniques and traditions to create vibrant, multidimensional works.Explore a diverse range of paintings, sculpture, textiles and poetry from over 50 artists including Uzo Egonu, El Anatsui, Ladi Kwali and Ben Enwonwu MBE.
The tour will run for one hour and will be followed by a two hour collaging workshop.

Please meet the team at entrance 5 on the map below.

All proceeds from tickets sales will go towards Water Aid and their efforts to bring clean water to countries across the African continent.

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