The Telegraph
in conversation with Touria El Glaoui founder of
1-54:
What motivated and inspired you to start your business?
Being the daughter of an artist in Morocco, I have always been exposed to art and its discourse. My father encouraged me to engage in a number of art forms. My earlier work allowed me to travel extensively to different African countries, so I would immerse myself in the art scenes and ecology as I went. That's what motivated me to initiate the fair and give others the chance to delve into the African art scene...[continue reading]
While
Artsy the groundbreaking nature of the event:
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Girl Interrupted, 2014 |
The opening of the second installment of the 1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair during London’s Frieze Week is a groundbreaking moment for the art world. 1:54 continues to offer an incredible opportunity for curators, collectors, and art enthusiasts to immerse themselves in an experience showcasing a diverse range of artworks from over 100 artists representing Africa and the diaspora. By exhibiting an amazing ensemble of emerging and established talent to an international audience, 1:54 serves as a dynamic platform fostering the fervent interest in contemporary African art. As a curator who is always looking to discover new and interesting artists, the trending list is a wonderful snapshot of the talent percolating from Africa and the diaspora...[continue reading]
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