British Pavillion Artist John Akomfrah Uses Water and Sound to Synthesize Big Ideas
The Ghana-born, 66-year-old artist once self-identified as an outsider. Now he’s on the inside—and he’s trying to invite everyone else in too.
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The Ghana-born, 66-year-old artist once self-identified as an outsider. Now he’s on the inside—and he’s trying to invite everyone else in too.
John Akomfrah's highly-anticipated commission for the British Pavilion at the Venice Biennale promises to be a poignant exploration of memory...
John Akomfrah to Represent Britain at 2024 Venice Biennale: “I see this invitation as recognition of and a platform for all those I have collaborated with over the decades."
The artist known for exploring racial injustice, migration and climate crisis in his films and multiscreen installations will fill the British pavilion next year
CHOSEN TO represent Great Britain at the 60th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia in 2024, artist and filmmaker John Akomfrah said he was looking forward to exploring 'the complex history and significance of this institution and the nation it represents.'