Search Results: "art"
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Zimbabwe Sculptures In USA Attracting Millions Of People
Added 476 Views / 0 LikesDavid Vogt, Airport Art Program Manager, says the large sculptures are part of the airport’s program to humanize the international airport’s vast scale as they provide travelers with museum quality artifacts that engage them between flights. [REPORT BY GI
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Berbers Keen On Keeping The Art Of Pottery Alive In Algeria
Added 575 Views / 0 LikesGoing deeply into the heart of Algeria, one might just discover a beautiful region called Kabylia. The language spoken there is Berber, one of the native tongues of North Africa. This area is well-known for its prehistoric pottery. Find out more about thi
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South African Leather Art
Added 354 Views / 0 LikesTake a look at the rare art of leather carving and painting. Artist Allen Dent is one of the few people around the world who takes this unique genre to another level.
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African Artists Showcase Their Work In The Continents Biggest Art Fair
Added 401 Views / 0 LikesThe Joburg Art Fair is a contemporary art fair held annually in Johannesburg, South Africa. The works of more than 300 of Africa's leading artists are being showcased. Yolisa Njamela reports
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Nigeria's Booming Art Market
Added 288 Views / 0 LikesFind out why the demand for African art is growing, as collectors around the world are willing to pay higher prices for it.
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Artists Gather In Algeria For The 8th Algiers Cartoon Festival
Added 571 Views / 0 LikesThe 8th Algiers International Cartoon Festival held in Algeria attracted artists from 30 countries who are showcasing their art. CCTV's Maria Galang reports
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Demand For South African Art Grows
Added 328 Views / 0 LikesAficionados will say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but when it comes to art and auctions the price a collector is willing to pay is a personal matter. CCTV's Angelo Coppola has an interesting report on art in South Africa
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Tunisia Dream City: Public Art Takes Over Tunis Streets
Added 444 Views / 0 LikesIn Tunisia, the Old City in Tunis is hosting a unique event called Dream City. Artists from over 10 countries took over public spaces to put art installations, performances and exhibition. Youssef Gaigi reports from Tunis.
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South African Artists Breath Life To Innovative Wire Art
Added 370 Views / 0 LikesWire art is being taken to a whole new dimension in South Africa, thanks to the availability of some cheap electronic components and circuit boards. A goup of artists have managed to create an entire collection of wire that quite literally walks,chirps an
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Paintings Date Back To The 2nd Century
Added 277 Views / 0 LikesMalawi is home to some of the oldest-known human remains and sacred relics as well as rock art that dates back to the Stone Age. CCTV's Clementine Logan went in search of the country's ancient heritage.
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Beaded Art Project Held In Honour Of Nelson Mandela
Added 350 Views / 0 LikesOne of Africa's greatest sons, Nelson Mandela would have turned 98 on the 18th of this month. And millions of South Africans and people around the world continue to keep his legacy alive every day. This year entrepreneurs, artists and ordinary S. Africans
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Nigeria's Yoruba People Holding On To Ancient Art Form
Added 346 Views / 0 LikesCommunities in the southern region of Nigeria are displaying their heritage quite literally. Tribal body markings that date back to the slave trade have now become a badge of pride.
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Algiers Hosts Calligraphy Artists From Around The World
Added 486 Views / 0 LikesThe International Arabic Calligraphy and Miniature Festival in Algiers have brought together artists from around the world. Exhibits from the participants are a mixture of colour and script. Sponsored by Algeria's Culture Ministry, the festival aims to de
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One Of The World's Most Celebrated Contemporary Artists
Added 338 Views / 0 LikesOne of the world's most celebrated contemporary artists, Yinka Shonibare, is planning an international artists hub in Nigeria. It will be built in Lagos, the city where he grew up. Shonibare told CCTV about his plans while on a visit to the U.S. capital W
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Young Nigerians Use Oral Art Form To Voice Their Grievances
Added 332 Views / 0 LikesYoung Nigerians are using poetry to express their grievances with the state of affairs in their country.Through spoken word - an oral art form that is slowly finding its place in the country, Nigerians are openly talking about issues ranging from corrupti
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Mogadishu Artist Uses Works To Inspire A Challenged Nation
Added 328 Views / 0 LikesOne of the Somalia's renowned painters. CCTV's Abdulaziz Billow spent sometime with Adan Farah Afey who's using his artistic talent to bring about peace and stability to the once lawless nation
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South African Artist Uses Table Salt To Create Unique Images
Added 325 Views / 0 LikesTable salt is used for various things from a condiment to a preservative. One South African artist has however discovered yet another use for this everyday item. He's using salt to create some unique pieces of art. Susan Mwongeli reports.
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South Africa Scrap Art: Two Artists In Cape Town Turn Trash Into Beautiful Sculptures
Added 304 Views / 0 LikesTwo Zimbabwean artists in Cape Town are bringing junk back to life. They do this by using old car parts, wire and stone - mostly collected from the scrapyard - to build beautiful and imaginative sculptures.
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South African Sculptor Inspired By Ancient Greek Philosophers
Added 154 Views / 0 LikesA South African sculptor is making a name for himself, not only in South Africa, but beyond. And his work is inspired by the philosophers of ancient Greece. CGTN's Yolisa Njamela has that story.
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Arts Scene In Kenya
Added 69 Views / 0 LikesKenya's art scene is more vibrant than ever. From pop-up exhibitions to old galleries getting a face-lift to create more opportunities for local artists. The art industry is also attracting more local buyers. Investors hope that in a few years the sector