ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE
ECHOES OF GHANA
with
CLIFFORD BRIGHT-ABU
MARY-JO ADJETEY
KOFI BOACHIE-ANSAH II
A Multisensory Exploration of Ghanaian Culture
The exhibition offers a journey through the rich cultural heritage of Ghana. Viewers will experience a variety of immersive installations, including a digital reimagining of Asante architecture and an interactive folk tale. The exhibition also features original music compositions inspired by Ghanaian traditions, as well as a unique artwork crafted from macaroni strings. The artists invite viewers to explore the intersection of tradition and modernity, and to appreciate the enduring spirit of Ghanaian culture.
Marketplace:
The exhibition features a marketplace where visitors can purchase artworks from:
Hanson Akatti
Sunshine Kealoha Diji
Emmanuel “Ugli” Osei Boateng
Jonathan “Loner” Addey
Mariam Sarpong
Michael Badger
To celebrate the sounds of the experience, the exhibition concludes with a DJ set featuring DJ Juls, BADGALBOB and DJ Isoe.
These talented DJs will spin a mix of traditional Ghanaian music, contemporary beats, and international influences, creating a vibrant and energetic atmosphere that reflects the spirit of the exhibition.
Dreamscapes of Kum-Ase
By Clifford Bright-Abu
Immerse yourself in surreal environments that transcend time and space, reimagining the rich legacy of Asante architecture. Bright-Abu's digital creations blend tradition and spirituality, inviting you to embark on a journey where the ethereal meets the tangible, celebrating the sacred essence of Asante culture.
Sit By The Fireside
By Mary-Jo Adjetey
Step into a world of Ghanaian folklore. In this interactive space, you'll encounter a Sefwi tale brought to life through immersive storytelling. As the narrative unfolds, you're invited to participate by casting a clay token representing a character you support.
Ogya! Vignettes of a People
By Kofi Boachie-Ansah II
An exhibition of paintings that have been digitized and transformed, accompanied by original music compositions. These compositions draw inspiration from indigenous Ghanaian melodies, rhythms, and folklore, interpreted in unconventional ways and influencing other genres.Some of the musical pieces have never been performed in public or released commercially, and there is a possibility they may never be.
McCarthy’s Defeat
As a special feature, the exhibition showcases an mini installation of macaroni strings. This installation pays homage to a significant Ghanaian historical war story.
MEET THE ARTIST:
CLIFFORD BRIGHT-ABU
Clifford Bright-Abu (b. 1997) is a Ghanaian contemporary artist whose work highlights lost African culture and explores their position in an evolving world with a look to be inter-generational.
His artistic practice of reimagined digital renditions of ancient African architecture wonders, buildings and culture of yesteryears stems from his background in Building Technology having graduated with a BSC in Construction Management and Technology (BT).
Works of this form express the paradigms through which African heritage can maintain its cultural difference while making organic advances on ill-fitting structures.
MEET THE ARTIST:
MARY-JO ADJETEY
Mary-Jo Adjetey (b. 1992) is a Ghanaian artist based in Accra, Ghana. With expertise in math, art, and a master’s degree in data analytics, she explores captivating visual narratives through painting, digital art, and mixed media.
Her art is an inspiring fusion of surrealism, African motifs, and her unique artistic approach, which bridges the realms of abstraction and representation. Her dedication to creating without restrictions is evident in her work, which is full of bold colors, intricate patterns, and striking imagery. Each artwork serves as a gateway to contemplation, leaving room for personal interpretation and dialogue.
Mary-Jo has exhibited her work in a number of notable exhibitions, including Aja Monet’s Voices exhibition.
MEET THE ARTIST:
KOFI BOACHIE-ANSAH II
Kofi Boachie-Ansah is a luminary in the diverse world of multi-disciplinary artistry whose story is a vibrant testament to a life dedicated to the exploration of artistic expression and entrepreneurial creativity.
Breaking free from conventional artistic boundaries, Kofi's creative playground encompasses a rich tapestry of disciplines, navigating through the intricate interplay of record production, ethnomusicology, sound design, and even the nuances of film scores presented in surround and spatial audio formats.
His journey, marked by an unyielding pursuit of creative excellence and a steadfast commitment to community building, paints a vivid tableau of an artist whose influence transcends the boundaries of any singular artistic medium, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural tapestry he passionately enriches.
