A New Year, A New Way to Connect

Happy Friday, everyone.

If you’ve been following us for a while, you’re used to the voice of "The Gallery", the formal updates, the official press releases, and the exhibition announcements. But as we open the doors for 2026, I wanted to change the rhythm.

My name is Kay, and starting today, this blog is shifting. Instead of a corporate broadcast, consider this a direct line between my desk and your home.

Why the shift?

Because art should be about connection. When you look at a piece of contemporary African art, you’re connecting with a perspective, a history, and a voice. I’ve realized that the best part of my job isn’t just curating and hanging these works, it’s the conversations I have with you about why a particular piece moves you.

I want to make this process more personal. Whether you are looking for that one "statement piece" for your home or you are thoughtfully building a collection that reflects your journey, I want to be your guide.

Moving forward, I’ll be sharing my personal reflections on the works we have in the gallery. We’ll skip the "art-speak" and get straight to the heart of the work:

• The "Why" behind the work: Stories from the artists that you won’t find on a wall plaque.

• Living with Art: Practical advice on how to integrate bold, contemporary African pieces into your personal environment.

• Curator’s Notebook: A first look at new arrivals before they hit the general floor.

  
  

A seat at the table

Our gallery has always been a space for community, but this year, I want that community to feel smaller, more intimate, and more focused on the joy of patronage. I’m looking forward to helping you find pieces that don’t just fill a space on your wall, but pieces that you’ll want to live with for a lifetime.

If there’s a specific medium, artist, or "feeling" you’re looking for this year, please let me know in the comments. I’d love to know what’s on your mind as you look at your own walls.

Warmly,

Kay 

Gallery Representative