Events & Exhibitions
Explore our upcoming and past exhibitions to discover the vision of artists who push
boundaries and reshape the language of Black contemporary art.
CURRENT EXHIBTION
Inaugural Show: Black British Art The Future is Now Part II Re/form~ation
26th July – 7th September
Join us for our inaugural exhibition in July, featuring the best of Black British Art. Following the success of our previous show, ‘The Future is Now’, held in October last year, The Future is Now Part II
Re/form~ation explores the connections between memory, history, and the future through the unique diasporic lens of five Black British artists. The exhibition explores how these artists use materials such as glass, textiles, wood, and found objects to create worldmaking and legacy. Curated by Sukai Eccleston, ‘The Future is Now: Part II’ – Re/formation – offers thought-provoking ideas about our future while acknowledging the powerful impact of our past and present.
UPCOMING EVENT
Meditative Drawing Afternoon and Conversation with Othello De'Souza Hartley.
Sunday 25th August 2:00PM – 4:00PM
Join us for a meditative drawing session led by artist Othello De’Souza-Hartley, designed to help participants connect with their inner creativity and mindfulness. De’Souza-Hartley, known for his exploration of meditation and Eastern philosophy, seamlessly integrates these disciplines into his art practice.
This session will combine the calming practice of meditation with the creative freedom of drawing, aiming to relax and focus the mind through self-expression and mindfulness. At the end of the 2-hour practice, participants will engage in an audience-led conversation with Othello, providing an opportunity to delve deeper into his unique approach and artistic style.
UPCOMING EVENT
Curator and Artist Meet and Greet
Saturday 31st August 2:00PM – 4:00PM
Join us for an exciting Meet & Greet event with curator Sukai Eccleston and the talented artists featured in “The Future Is Now PT.II: Re/Form~ation.” This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the exhibition and the creative processes, inspirations, and stories behind the amazing works. You’ll also have the chance to get up close and personal with each piece, linger and reflect, and connect with the artists. Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of contemporary Black art.
UPCOMING EXHIBTION
Black Masculinity Uncovered
Stay tuned for dates!
The Black Masculinity Project will explore representations of Black men in modern popular culture as well in an historical context. This thought-provoking show aims to dismantle preconceived notions about race, sexuality and gender and will feature work by both male and female artists. Stay tuned for the exhibition dates!
UPCOMING EXHIBTION
Alternative Summer Exhibition
July-August 2025 – Stay tuned for dates!
Join us for our Summer Exhibition, offering an alternative to the RA’s Summer Show with a special focus on showcasing the breadth of Black British, African and Caribbean art. Whether you’re an emerging or a seasoned artist, start preparing your entries for the opportunity to have your work displayed in our gallery. Please stay tuned by checking the website and signing up to become a CasildART member for updates about submission and final exhibition dates!
PAST EVENT
Join us for an artist talk with Elaine Mullings and Maggie Scott exhibiting artist in The Future is Now PT. II: Re/Form~ation
Saturday 17th August 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Join Maggie Scott and Elaine Mullings for our third session in our talk series “Her to Her” talk series. Scott and Mullings are two of the exhibiting artists in The Future is Now PT.II: Re/Form~ation. Friends as well as colleagues both are established and two established artists whose works are featured in the exhibition. The talk will explore how materials are applied and transformed in their work to shift perspectives on art, language, and reality. Join us for an inspiring discussion with these two remarkable women artists.
PAST EVENT
MAN to MAN with Chris Day and Donald Baugh
Tuesday 6th August 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Join us on Jamaican Independence Day to celebrate creativity in the first session of our new series, “Man to Man,” featuring Christopher Day and Donald Baugh. These two talented artists, both of Jamaican heritage, will discuss their work in “The Future is Now PT II: Re/Form~ation” and share their passion for their craft. Day’s work in glass delves into the interplay between transparency, fragility, and resilience, reflecting complex narratives of identity and history. Baugh’s mastery of wood emphasizes the natural beauty and unique characteristics of each piece, highlighting themes of sustainability and the interconnection between humanity and nature.
Together, they will discuss how their chosen materials not only shape the physical form of their creations but also inform the thematic and symbolic content of their work, offering a nuanced exploration of the boundaries between fine art and craft.
Don’t miss this.
PAST EVENT
JOIN US FOR THE FIRST TALK IN OUR SERIES HER TO HER
25TH JUNE 2024
We’re excited to launch the first of our gallery talk programme this month. “HER TO HER”, is a series of intimate conversations between remarkable women – artists, curators, writers and entrepreneurs – working across the arts and cultural sector.
This event marks the debut of “HER TO HER” in which two women, who know each other in both a personal and professional capacity, share their stories, passions and insights into navigating the art world.
The first session starts with friends Sukai and Galia who have known each other for several years. Galia is also a board member of CasildART and has supported Sukai on her entrepreneurial journey, so get ready for an informative and entertaining evening.
PAST EVENT
EmpowerHER: Creativity, Courage & Magical Thinking
Exhibition extended to 7th April 2024
In celebration of International Women’s Day, we are showcasing the work of female artists to recognise their talent and achievements. We invited women from all backgrounds to submit their work for the chance to have their work featured in our International Women’s Day exhibition in our beautiful new gallery located in Marble Arch, London. While our gallery doesn’t officially open until late Spring, this will also be your chance to get a sneak preview of the space. Come along, socialise, admire exceptional artwork, and build your network of like-minded creatives. And, most importantly, support women artists by collecting their work.
PAST EVENT
International Women’s
Day Art Fair
14th-24th March 2024 (Call out deadline 22nd February 2024)
This International Women’s Day, we want to celebrate our sisters and female artists everywhere and recognise their talent and achievements. We invite women from all backgrounds to submit their work for the chance to have your work featured in our IWD Exhibition in our beautiful new gallery located in Marble Arch, London. While our gallery doesn’t officially open until late Spring, this will be a chance to get a sneak preview of the space. Come along and socialise, admire exceptional artwork and build your network of like-minded creatives. We invite all women artists, especially those from diverse backgrounds, to submit their artwork by accessing the form via the link below and sending it to us by 22nd February.
PAST EXHIBTIONS
The Future is Now
ART EXHIBITION
Corporate Partnership with Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP (London)
9-20th October 2023
CasildART, in partnership with Weil, Gotshal & Manges (London) LLP, was delighted to present this group exhibition featuring works by Larry Amponsah, Othello De’Souza-Hartley, Theresa Weber, Hannah Uzor, Elaine Mullings, and Àsìkò: six artists whose work explores the possibilities of legacy through their own unique diasporic lens. Curated by Sukai Eccleston, The Future is Now explored the interplay between memory, history and futurity. The artists on display included Othello De’Souza-Hartley, whose soul-bearing images combine depictions of closely-held personal histories with poignant observations about the future, as well as Larry Amponsah, whose collages superimpose narrative layers on top of one another, creating a nuanced and complex depiction of temporality. As a whole, The Future is Now offered an insight into the diverse experiences and narratives of contemporary artists and the bold legacies they are creating for future generations.
PAST EXHIBTIONS
Movements that Matter
ART EXHIBITION
Corporate Partnership with Colt Technology Services
9-20th October 2023
CasildART curated this temporary exhibition at the London office of Colt, a technology services brand. Presented during Black History Month, the showcase served as an opportunity to recognise, honour and delve into the historical and contemporary narratives of the Black community. Split into sections – ‘Personal Journeys’, ‘Physical Journeys’, ‘Social Activism’ and ‘Intersections of Movement’ – the exhibition explored different kinds of pioneering pathways in Black History. Beginning with ‘Personal Journeys’, work from artists Birhane Worede and Jack Dickinson touched on themes of human connection, identity and belonging. In ‘Physical Journeys’, Yeside Linney’s work explored the sense of conflict between her Nigerian heritage and British education, while Patricia Bugembe delved into her journey to connect to her roots. Feyisola Adeyemi’s vibrant, joyous sculptures celebrated movement as a catalyst for positive change, while Errol Theunissen’s work captured everyday movements, memories, and interactions, many featuring his children at home and at play.
PAST EVENTS
Drop the Needle
ART/ LISTENING PARTY
27th March 2023
The first instalment in our new series of art talks in collaboration with Brixton Brewery, ‘Drop the Needle’ highlights the connection between the visual arts and music through a series of conversations. The concept is centred around artists exploring the music that inspired their creative process and practice, and the first talk featured digital artist Junior Tomlin, known for his distinctive airbrush style which blends sci-fi and fantasy. Dubbed the ‘Salvador Dali of Rave,’ Tomlin was the creative genius behind the space-inspired flyer and poster art of the 80s and 90s, making him one of the most sought-after designers during the golden era of Rave music. In conversation with Sukai Eccleston of CasildART, Tomlin discussed the music genres and artists that have influenced his artistic process, particularly during the Rave and Drum & Bass eras, and ‘dropped the needle’ on some of his favourite tracks to get attendees in the dancing mood.
PAST EXHIBITIONS
Roots 2 Routes
ART EXHIBITION
12th -19th December 2022
CasildART proudly presented Roots 2 Routes, a vibrant showcase of acclaimed and emerging talents from the UK, Africa and the Caribbean. Led by British Jamaican abstract-expressionist painter Anthony Daley and Trinidadan mixed media artist GA Gardner, the exhibition focused on opening conversations about materiality, symbolism and the process of art-making. Roots 2 Routes articulated narratives drawn from artists’ unique experiences and delved into themes including migration, ancestorship, heritage and cultural symbolism. We were pleased to present emerging talents from Nigeria, Dammy Adewole, Quazeem Animashaun and Damola Adeyemo, alongside British female artists Patricia Bugembe and Kamlah Kew.
PAST EXHIBITIONS
Action not Words
ART EXHIBITION
Corporate Partnership with Harbottle and Lewis LLP (London)
October – November 2022
This exhibition, curated by Sukai Eccelston of CasildART and hosted by leading law firm Harbottle and Lewis, explored and investigated three central themes: female empowerment, heritage and our perceptions of Blackness. Visitors had the opportunity to explore works by six artists including Diana Rosa, whose intricate folk-style pieces explore questions of love, identity and our relationship to the natural world, and Anthony Daley, known globally for his powerful abstract-impressionist paintings. Showcasing a myriad of perspectives, styles, and mediums, this exhibition served as a powerful platform for the voices and visions of Black contemporary artists. As part of the exhibition, Harbottle & Lewis and CasildART hosted a panel event including a number of the artists whose works were included in the showcase.
PAST EXHIBITIONS
The Power of Memory
ART EXHIBITION
18th March 2022
Taking place at New College, Oxford, this event explored the Power of Memory in contemporary Black art with two talented emerging artists: Favour Jonathan and Kedisha Coakley. Although different in their style, execution and purpose, both artists use the theme of memory to investigate personal identity and historical narratives. Constructing spaces that inspire dialogue, the exhibition invited the viewer to consider how memories are made and how these shape our feelings of belonging and understanding of the world.
PAST EVENT
Caroline Chinakwe’s
Talk on Colourism
EVENT
8th October 2021
This talk, hosted by Sukai Eccleston in conversation with artist Caroline Chinakwe, explored the notion of colourism and its consequences. In conversation, Caroline discussed how her body of work boldly confronts colourism by creating paintings that highlight the beauty in nature, to represent the beauty in us all regardless of our skin tone, while representing Black people in a powerful light. Through her astute awareness and personal experiences, Caroline highlighted that racism cannot end until colourism, a white supremacist ideology that has contaminated ethnic communities, is also eradicated.
PAST EVENTS
The Art of Curating the Black Subject
EVENT
30h October 2021
This exciting panel threw a spotlight on how curation can alter the application and experience of perceiving artworks. Our guest speakers, Bokani, Giggs Kgole and independent curator Rachel Oteng-Lartey considered what it means for Black artists to be collected and curated by public institutions and discussed the curator’s role in steering artists’ practice and careers. Moreover, the panel showcased how Black curators can help foster aesthetic narratives that promote Black joy and comfort rather than trauma and pain. Video link
PAST EXHIBITION
Some of Us Are Brave: Oxford, Stratford, Notting Hill
ART EXHIBITION
July 2021 in Notting Hill, October 2021 in Stratford,
March 2022 in Oxford
This intimate series showcased the brilliant artwork made by Black women to amplify their voices and stories. Exploring the interplay of femininity, form, joy, agency and resistance, Some of Us Are Brave brought together radically diverse works by women artists across the UK, Africa and the Caribbean. The original show began in London but became a touring exhibition, expanding to Oxford by popular demand, and for each edition of the showcase we invited local artists to exhibit alongside the core group to exchange ideas and expand their networks. Featured artists in the original show included Bryony Benge Abbott, Helena Appio, Bokani, Bola Obatuyi, Denise Williams and Hannah Uzor, alongside innovative talents Michelle Ayavora, Kedisha Coakley, Yvadney Davis, Patricia Gaudron, Gayle Hall, Francilla Seaton, Akeisha Walters and Roxanne Williams. If you would like to host Some of Us Are Brave in your venue or town, please get in touch.
PAST EXHIBITIONS
#Shape of the New
VIRTUAL ART EXHIBITION
Corporate Partnership with Kroll
12th March – June 30th 2021
This thought-provoking virtual exhibition, which took place as part of a series of events hosted by Kroll, delved into the issues increasingly shaping the global landscape in the 2020s including dislocation, climate change, political unrest and the pandemic. The exhibition asked: do we step into the future with trepidation and hope, or fear and anxiety? If we cannot rely on old certainties, what possibilities do we have to reinvent ourselves and the world? Showcasing a range of artistic responses to those very questions, #Shape of the New allowed the audience to grapple with these changing realities and consider the shape of things to come as we move forward.
PAST EVENT
Material Objects as Black Cultural Expressions of Home
EVENT
2nd March 2021
At this event, Yvadney Davis and Gayle Hall met with renowned community activist Junie James to delve into the relationship between material culture including (wallpaper, doilies, photographs, figurines) and feelings of home. This discussion raised the questions, why do some objects foster feelings of nostalgia and emotionally link us to our past? Do inherited objects embody meaning and knowledge that can be passed on from generation to generation? Can the home be considered an object that is ‘used’ to express a Black identity? Sharing her experiences with Hall and Davies, James elicited how these ‘traditional’ memory objects have shaped both artists’ individual and collective experiences.
PAST EXHIBTIONS
#Can’tStopOurFlow
ART EXHIBITION
4th-10th November 2020
#Can’tStopOurFlow explored themes of intimacy between Black men and women, the politics of Afro hair, female empowerment and the connection between art, healing and self-discovery. Curator Sukai Eccleston of CasildART said, “I wanted to curate an exhibition that showcases a range of artistic talents and gives the artists (as well as the viewer) space to redefine and reframe the narrative about how Black art is seen – which is not just for its social and political function, but its beauty too”. This exhibition featured artists including Anthony Daley, Oluwole Omofemi, Yermine Richardson, Onome Otite and Catherine Lucktaylor.
PAST EXHIBITIONS
Roots 2 Routes
ART EXHIBITION
12th -19th December 2022
CasildART proudly presented Roots 2 Routes, a vibrant showcase of acclaimed and emerging talents from the UK, Africa and the Caribbean. Led by British Jamaican abstract-expressionist painter Anthony Daley and Trinidadan mixed media artist GA Gardner, the exhibition focused on opening conversations about materiality, symbolism and the process of art-making. Roots 2 Routes articulated narratives drawn from artists’ unique experiences and delved into themes including migration, ancestorship, heritage and cultural symbolism. We were pleased to present emerging talents from Nigeria, Dammy Adewole, Quazeem Animashaun and Damola Adeyemo, alongside British female artists Patricia Bugembe and Kamlah Kew.
PAST EXHIBITIONS
Action not Words
ART EXHIBITION
Corporate Partnership with Harbottle and Lewis LLP (London)
October – November 2022
This exhibition, curated by Sukai Eccelston of CasildART and hosted by leading law firm Harbottle and Lewis, explored and investigated three central themes: female empowerment, heritage and our perceptions of Blackness. Visitors had the opportunity to explore works by six artists including Diana Rosa, whose intricate folk-style pieces explore questions of love, identity and our relationship to the natural world, and Anthony Daley, known globally for his powerful abstract-impressionist paintings. Showcasing a myriad of perspectives, styles, and mediums, this exhibition served as a powerful platform for the voices and visions of Black contemporary artists. As part of the exhibition, Harbottle & Lewis and CasildART hosted a panel event including a number of the artists whose works were included in the showcase.
PAST EXHIBITIONS
The Power of Memory
ART EXHIBITION
18th March 2022
Taking place at New College, Oxford, this event explored the Power of Memory in contemporary Black art with two talented emerging artists: Favour Jonathan and Kedisha Coakley. Although different in their style, execution and purpose, both artists use the theme of memory to investigate personal identity and historical narratives. Constructing spaces that inspire dialogue, the exhibition invited the viewer to consider how memories are made and how these shape our feelings of belonging and understanding of the world.
PAST EVENT
Caroline Chinakwe’s
Talk on Colourism
EVENT
8th October 2021
This talk, hosted by Sukai Eccleston in conversation with artist Caroline Chinakwe, explored the notion of colourism and its consequences. In conversation, Caroline discussed how her body of work boldly confronts colourism by creating paintings that highlight the beauty in nature, to represent the beauty in us all regardless of our skin tone, while representing Black people in a powerful light. Through her astute awareness and personal experiences, Caroline highlighted that racism cannot end until colourism, a white supremacist ideology that has contaminated ethnic communities, is also eradicated.
PAST EVENTS
The Art of Curating the Black Subject
EVENT
30h October 2021
This exciting panel threw a spotlight on how curation can alter the application and experience of perceiving artworks. Our guest speakers, Bokani, Giggs Kgole and independent curator Rachel Oteng-Lartey considered what it means for Black artists to be collected and curated by public institutions and discussed the curator’s role in steering artists’ practice and careers. Moreover, the panel showcased how Black curators can help foster aesthetic narratives that promote Black joy and comfort rather than trauma and pain. Video link
PAST EXHIBITION
Some of Us Are Brave: Oxford, Stratford, Notting Hill
ART EXHIBITION
July 2021 in Notting Hill, October 2021 in Stratford,
March 2022 in Oxford
This intimate series showcased the brilliant artwork made by Black women to amplify their voices and stories. Exploring the interplay of femininity, form, joy, agency and resistance, Some of Us Are Brave brought together radically diverse works by women artists across the UK, Africa and the Caribbean. The original show began in London but became a touring exhibition, expanding to Oxford by popular demand, and for each edition of the showcase we invited local artists to exhibit alongside the core group to exchange ideas and expand their networks. Featured artists in the original show included Bryony Benge Abbott, Helena Appio, Bokani, Bola Obatuyi, Denise Williams and Hannah Uzor, alongside innovative talents Michelle Ayavora, Kedisha Coakley, Yvadney Davis, Patricia Gaudron, Gayle Hall, Francilla Seaton, Akeisha Walters and Roxanne Williams. If you would like to host Some of Us Are Brave in your venue or town, please get in touch.
PAST EXHIBITIONS
#Shape of the New
VIRTUAL ART EXHIBITION
Corporate Partnership with Kroll
12th March – 30th June 2021
This thought-provoking virtual exhibition, which took place as part of a series of events hosted by Kroll, delved into the issues increasingly shaping the global landscape in the 2020s including dislocation, climate change, political unrest and the pandemic. The exhibition asked: do we step into the future with trepidation and hope, or fear and anxiety? If we cannot rely on old certainties, what possibilities do we have to reinvent ourselves and the world? Showcasing a range of artistic responses to those very questions, #Shape of the New allowed the audience to grapple with these changing realities and consider the shape of things to come as we move forward.
PAST EVENT
Material Objects as Black Cultural Expressions of Home
EVENT
2nd March 2021
At this event, Yvadney Davis and Gayle Hall met with renowned community activist Junie James to delve into the relationship between material culture including (wallpaper, doilies, photographs, figurines) and feelings of home. This discussion raised the questions, why do some objects foster feelings of nostalgia and emotionally link us to our past? Do inherited objects embody meaning and knowledge that can be passed on from generation to generation? Can the home be considered an object that is ‘used’ to express a Black identity? Sharing her experiences with Hall and Davies, James elicited how these ‘traditional’ memory objects have shaped both artists’ individual and collective experiences.
PAST EXHIBTIONS
#Can’tStopOurFlow
ART EXHIBITION
4th-10th November 2020
#Can’tStopOurFlow explored themes of intimacy between Black men and women, the politics of Afro hair, female empowerment and the connection between art, healing and self-discovery. Curator Sukai Eccleston of CasildART said, “I wanted to curate an exhibition that showcases a range of artistic talents and gives the artists (as well as the viewer) space to redefine and reframe the narrative about how Black art is seen – which is not just for its social and political function, but its beauty too”. This exhibition featured artists including Anthony Daley, Oluwole Omofemi, Yermine Richardson, Onome Otite and Catherine Lucktaylor.
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