The Fonb Collection, in collaboration with Lagos Art Week, is set to host an exclusive gathering called 'A Shared Gaze: Women, Art & Strength in Company' on Thursday, November 5. This invitation-only event aims to celebrate female artists, showcase their creativity, and open new opportunities for artistic and economic advancement. The event will take place at the Foreshore Townhouses Garden and Waterfront in Ikoyi, Lagos.
The gathering will bring together women in the arts, collectors, patrons, and other stakeholders in the creative industry to promote meaningful engagement, mentorship, and collaboration. The event will feature selected works by female artists from the Fonb Collection, providing an intimate platform for guests to interact with the artists and gain deeper insights into their creative expressions.
Renowned Nigerian artists, Bruce Onobrakpeya and Tola Wewe, will also feature at the event, sharing insights and experiences drawn from their decades of contributions to the development of Nigerian and African art. Their participation will provide an important link between established artistic traditions and emerging generations of female artists seeking greater recognition and opportunities.
A notable feature of the event is the artwork of 15-year-old emerging artist, Ysabella Olufon, daughter of the collection’s founders, whose work appears on the event invitation. Her participation is symbolic of the gathering’s commitment to nurturing young talents and creating opportunities for a new generation of artists to learn from established practitioners.
The Fonb Collection said the event was conceived to strengthen relationships between artists and those who appreciate, collect, and support their works. The collection described the initiative as a way to build a space where women’s works are seen, valued, and supported. This aligns with their mission to promote artists and foster meaningful relationships between creators and patrons.
Beyond celebrating artistic excellence, the organisers said the gathering would encourage creative and economic exchanges capable of translating into lasting professional relationships, collaborations, and commissions for participating artists. Bringing female artists into closer contact with collectors and patrons will help expand opportunities for their work and strengthen their visibility.
The Fonb Collection, a global private art collection, is committed to promoting artists and fostering meaningful relationships between creators and patrons, with particular emphasis on strengthening the connections that enable artistic talents to flourish. The event on November 5 aims to create a platform for female artists to connect with collectors, patrons, and industry stakeholders, ultimately supporting the sustainability of their creative careers.
Key points
- The Fonb Collection and Lagos Art Week will host 'A Shared Gaze: Women, Art & Strength in Company' on November 5 to celebrate female artists.
- The event aims to promote artistic and economic advancement for female artists.
- Renowned Nigerian artists, Bruce Onobrakpeya and Tola Wewe, will share insights and experiences at the event.
