Mangaung Visual Arts Showcase

02/02/2021

This is work by a Bloemfontein artist by the name of Siyambonga Magwentshu. He is currently studying at Motheo TVET College, doing his NQF 4. He is a self - taught artist.

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29/07/2020

Here is the Founder of Mangaung Art addressing why we had to STOP to start again in another way.

16/04/2020

19/08/2019

12/08/2019

Ai Weiwei, the Chinese activist and artist, has lived in self-imposed exile in Berlin since 2015. But he plans to leave Germany because he believes it is too intolerant.

27/05/2019

We are extremely proud of the work of Dr. Esther Mahlangu.

The Oliewenhuis Art Museum in Bloemfontein has launched an exhibition of world renowned artist, Esther Mahlangu.

13/05/2019

Dumelang!

Due to some changes from the recent elections, we have had to combine our first iteration with our second iteration to further push our vision to put the artist, first. Meaning we will have two iterations in one. We are super excited to announce our artists and we will be putting up all details to get your tickets soon!

For now, note that the 1st iteration is moved to the 4th to the 7th of July 2019.

03/05/2019

Anyone in Mangaung ? Our Managing Director, Segomotso Palesa Motsumi was part of in 2017 in Venice and it was spectacular and enriching.

25/04/2019

Open Call for Submissions for 2020

Applications are now open for AVA Gallery's 2020 exhibition programme as well as applications for ArtReach support.

Download the submission form for exhibition proposals here and submit by the deadline: 20 July 2019.

https://ava.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=39b413136d503495e5615cdb0&id=dff9ce2127&e=b48c926ab0

Download the submission form for ArtReach proposals here and submit by the deadline: 20 July 2019.

https://ava.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=39b413136d503495e5615cdb0&id=743aa44155&e=b48c926ab0

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Who can apply for an exhibition?
All artists and curators interested in having a solo or group exhibition at the AVA are invited to submit a proposal.

When will the selection be announced?
All proposals will be reviewed by the selection committee and the exhibition programme will be announced in September.

What are the costs associated with exhibiting at the AVA?
Most exhibitions at the AVA run for four weeks. If your exhibition is selected as part of AVA’s programme, the following gallery rental costs apply:

Main Gallery: R6,000
Long Gallery: R4,500
Mezzanine Gallery: R3,500
New Media Room: R1,500

These costs are all-in exhibition costs, but exclude all art work production, framing and transport costs.

What is ArtReach?
An important mandate for nurturing the arts, creativity and talent, the ArtReach programme was initiated in the late 1980s. Over the years it has funded a broad spectrum of artists’ needs and launched several emerging artists who have gone on to achieve success.

Who can apply for ArtReach?
All artists and curators, living and working in South Africa.

What will ArtReach funds cover?
ArtReach funds can be applied for the following
- gallery rental for an exhibition at AVA.
- studio rental to a maximum of 6 months to a limited budget.
- art materials.

What isn't covered
As the fund resources are limited, we regret that ArtReach does not support the purchase of any tools or equipment, framing, course fees for learners or workshops, the hiring of photographers or printing of brochures, posters or invitations.

How much can I apply for?
The intention is to support a diversity of applicants, which is why there is a specified list and maximum budget per line item stipulated on the application form.

National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) Association For Visual Arts (AVA) Gallery Arts & Culture Trust (ACT)