THE BOARD
Global trailblazers and Industry leaders take the front seat and let you know everything about African Arts from their journey.
Valérie Lefort, VL Fineart and the Treasures of the Indian Ocean "I see the Indian Ocean as a strategic crossroads between Africa, Asia, and Europe."
Valérie Lefort launches VL Fineart, a pioneering gallery dedicated to artists from the Indian Ocean. Based in La Réunion island, she brings her sharp eye and luxury industry experience to support an art scene that remains largely undiscovered. With VL Fineart, she builds a bridge between island territories and the international contemporary art world.
Beyond the Booth: Africa Basel’s Strategic Rethink with Co-founder Benjamin Füglister
Africa Basel, founded by Benjamin Füglister and Sven Eisenhut-Hug, emerges as a timely response to an art market experiencing two consecutive years of decline and increasing pressure on galleries to balance visibility with sustainability. In this interview, Benjamin Füglister shares the vision behind the Art Fair.
Yasmine BERRADA : Meet The Gallerist Powering the Global South’s Artsphere
Yasmine BERRADA, co-founder of Loft Art Gallery, has transformed the Moroccan art scene by blending heritage with contemporary expression. In this interview with Mayi Arts, Yasmine BERRADA shares her journey, from her beginnings to her conquest of the international art stage
Orland ETOUMBAKOUNDOU, Eudes Gallery : Itinerary of a contemporary art entrepreneur
Orland ETOUMBAKOUNDOU founded Eudes Gallery with a clear vision : champion and unveil a young generation of artists from Brazzaville to Abidjan and beyond. In this interview for Mayi Arts, the art entrepreneur shares is journey, learnings alongside the realities of a local market still finding its ways.
Christophe PERSON : “Passion is a Key factor”, a strategic vision for collectors & the market
Christophe PERSON, gallerist and co-founder of the BISO Biennale, is committed to promoting contemporary African art while exploring the nuances of a market he perceives to be transitioning towards a phase of stabilisation after a long decade of significant upheaval. In a compelling exchange with MAYÌ ARTS, Christophe PERSON shares his unique perspective on the evolution of African art and the keys to building a successful collection.
Yann KWETE, KUB’ART : Identity and transmission. A look at contemporary Art in CONGO.
Yann KWETE founded KUB'ART Gallery with the vision to propulse the story of Congo through the ways of its artists, artisans and trailblazers, those who have something to say. three years on, we discuss about the foundations of this journey in contemporary Congolese Arts but also challenges, and how he has a grand vision for art in Congo. An unfiltered conversation with MAYI ARTS