In Conversation With

Stories of Art, Culture, and Creation

Explore our curated journals of stories, artistry, and culture.

Meet the artists we represent, discover emerging voices, and find thoughtful ideas to inspire your spaces and your style.

In Conversation With offers honest dialogue with the talented artists shaping contemporary African art and culture — intimate conversations, exclusive glimpses into their creative worlds, and thoughtful explorations of African artistry and expression.

Artamine Editorials brings you inspiring stories, ideas, and insights — from curating artful spaces and collecting meaningful pieces, to celebrating emerging artists, timeless traditions, and the evolving landscape of African creativity.

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Portrait of Oluwatobiloba Fasalejo wearing a white textured shirt, posing thoughtfully against a teal background

In Conversation With Oluwatobiloba Fasalejo

In the southwestern Ondo State of Nigeria, nicknamed the “Sunshine State,” aspiring artist Oluwatobiloba Fasalejo is shedding light on the vibrant contemporary African art scene. Emerging as a voice of resilience, adaptability, and artistic expression, Fasalejo captures the personal and collective experiences of his environment through his work. In this revealing conversation, we reflect on Fasalejo’s journey, challenges, and aspirations. We explore themes of resilience and self-acceptance, and how his environment shapes him as an artist.

In Conversation with Babatunde Kesa

Art has long served as a mirror to society, reflecting its struggles and silent battles. For Nigerian artist Babatunde Kesa, art is more than just a medium of expression; it is a powerful tool to break the silence surrounding men’s mental health. Through his evocative pieces, Kesa challenges societal norms, opens up critical conversations, and offers a safe space for vulnerability and healing. As an emerging voice in African abstract expressionism, Kesa is helping to shine a light on the emotional realities often left out of mainstream narratives, especially those affecting men.

black and white photo of the Artamine founders, the Gizaw sisters, sitting next to each other

In Conversation with the Artamine Founders

Artamine founders, Absera and Elilta Gizaw, have always possessed a deep appreciation for art and a shared vision for elevating African creativity on a global stage. What began as a swirl of long, layered coffee chats about the scope and complexity of art from the African continent – from tip to tip, and coast to coast - eventually became Artamine. Artamine is a virtual art gallery redefining how African art is curated, represented, and appreciated worldwide. In this exclusive conversation, the Gizaw sisters take us through their journey, sharing the inspiration behind Artamine, their mission to support emerging African artists, balancing business and family, and their hopes for the future.

Helen Zeray, a contemporary African artist, sitting in her studio holding a paintbrush. The space features large colorful canvases and art supplies

In Conversation with Helen Zeray

Helen Zeray is redefining contemporary African art. With a focus on vibrant, abstract pieces, her work aims to communicate the uncommunicable. Her artistic journey, spanning Addis Ababa to Jerusalem, is one of profound curiosity and relentless exploration. From photography to acrylic on canvas, Helen’s creativity knows no bounds. In this candid conversation, she shares the motivations, challenges, and inspirations that shape her art, offering the world a glimpse into the mind of a visionary artist.