Kurating

The Kurating Podcast

Arts EN ↓ 3 episodes

The Kurating Podcast explores the process and business of being a Nigerian artist. It is less about the art itself and more about the decisions behind a creative career.

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Omoregie Osakpolor on photography, virtual reality, and telling African stories that last 31.05.2026 36:32

Documentary photographer, filmmaker, and XR creator: Omoregie Osakpolor wears many hats, but sees a single thread running through all of them, storytelling. In this episode, he explains why that one word encapsulates the rest, makes his case against "art for art's sake," and argues that beauty is only the vehicle that carries meaning, especially for an artist working in Nigeria. We t...

Osaru Obaseki on Self-Teaching, Bronze Casting, and Building an Art Practice 28.03.2026 29:52

Multidisciplinary visual artist Osaru Obaseki on leaving her 9-to-5 with relief instead of fear, self-teaching vs. formal training, entering the male-dominated world of bronze casting in Benin, and why art for a purpose beats art for art's sake. Hosted & Produced by Wole Olayinka for Kurating Guest: Osaru Obaseki Editorial direction: Wole Olayinka | Ese Atakpu Editor: Ephraim Ekhoeovbiye (...

Mr. Danfo on branding, pricing and building a sustainable practice 21.02.2026 27:51

Mr. Danfo shares how he built visibility in the Lagos art scene, from securing his first major solo show to navigating galleries, branding, and pricing. The conversation centres on the practical decisions, financial lessons, and administrative discipline required to build a sustainable art practice. Hosted & Produced by Wole Olayinka for Kurating Guest: Seidougha Linus Eyimiegha (Mr Danfo) Edi...