David Bruce: Art in motion
Born in 1977 near Paris, David Bruce now lives and works in Liège, Belgium. His artistic journey began with an early immersion in the world of graffiti, which became the defining thread of his creative expression.
María Inés Rodríguez: A committed curatorial vision
María Inés Rodríguez is a Franco-Colombian curator currently leading the Walter and Nicole Leblanc Foundation in Brussels. Known for her dedication to emerging artists and intercultural dialogues, she is also the founder and artistic director of Tropical Papers, a cultural platform exploring intersections between art, architecture, and design. This interview delves into her career, curatorial vision, and efforts to provide fresh perspectives for emerging talents in Belgium and beyond.
“Dahomey” by Mati Diop : Restitution or Reclamation?
With Dahomey, Mati Diop delivers a distinctive documentary that questions colonial history and collective memory through art. Awarded the Golden Bear at the 2024 Berlinale, this hybrid film blends documentary and fiction to recount the restitution of twenty-six royal treasures to Benin, a country formerly known as Dahomey.
Gaël Muramira, the artist who makes chaos dance in color
As we wandered through the space, we paused before one of his paintings—a vast canvas filled with colors and movement that immediately captures the eye! It was here that our discussion on his inspirations and creative process began—a narrative oscillating between childhood memories, self-exploration, his approach to abstraction, and the influence of Romanticism, a vast intellectual and artistic movement that marked Europe between the 1770s and 1850.
Samuel Lemba “Representation is not just about being seen”
When you enter Samuel Lemba’s studio, light and color immediately take you by surprise. Vast windows bathe his paintings in natural light, enhancing the sacred feel of his space. Welcoming us in, Samuel speaks with a profound intensity that mirrors the depth of his work.
His journey, his art, and his inspirations each carry layers of story and emotion. ‘Drawing became a way of telling stories,’ he explains.
‘Today, my paintings are my voice, my reflections, my legacy.’
Why Soundtrack to a Coup d’État by Johan Grimonprez deserves all the acclaim ?
Jazz plays a pivotal role in the film’s narrative. Grimonprez elevates this iconic genre, using it as a voice for both history and resistance.
The music of figures like Louis Armstrong and Max Roach becomes more than a soundtrack; it is a powerful witness to a complex struggle, recounting the story of Congo’s liberation with haunting rhythm and intensity. Jazz is transformed under Grimonprez’s lens into a cry for memory, solidarity, and resilience.