Deadline: March 31, 2024
Applications are open for the Africa Prime Initiative (API) Grant 2024 for Senegalese Artists. Founded by Dr. Yaya Moussa, the Africa Prime Initiative (API) stands as the philanthropic arm of Africa Prime, a renowned on-demand video streaming service. With a commitment to amplifying the voices of African creatives, API seeks to provide an authentic representation of diverse African cultures on the global stage. Collaborating with local partners on grant projects, API is dedicated to empowering emerging artists, fostering career growth, and supporting various artistic disciplines such as film, photography, and contemporary art.
API began a meaningful partnership with Loman Art, an independent gallery in Senegal. Driven by a shared vision of championing emerging African talent, the collaboration offers a powerful opportunity for Senegalese artists.
The new partnership provides Senegalese emerging artists with funding through grants, with Loman Art providing professional insights throughout the entire creative process. The grant amount received by each winning artist depends on the scope detailed in the creative’s applications as well as the joint decisions made between API and Loman Art. Upon completion of the artwork, Loman Art will curate an exhibition to showcase the creations of the selected artists, providing a platform for their work to be appreciated by a wider audience.
Benefits
- Grant Amount
- The grant awarded to each winning artist will depend on the specific project proposed in their application. API and Loman Art will carefully review each application to ensure a fair and impactful distribution of funds.
- Loman Art, will gather submissions, support API, assess the merits of each application, and disburse the awarded funds.
- Collaboration with Loman Art
- Selected artists will benefit from professional insights and guidance from Loman Art throughout the creative process.
- Loman Art, an independent gallery in Senegal, is dedicated to providing mentorship and expertise to enhance the quality and depth of the artwork produced.
- Exhibition Opportunity
- Once selected artists have completed their artwork, Loman Art will curate an exhibition to showcase their creations.
- This exhibition will serve as a platform for grantees to present their work to a broader audience.
Eligibility
- Artists must be at least 18 years old when applying for the grant.
- They look forward to receiving innovative and inspiring proposals from talented Senegalese artists. This is a unique opportunity to receive financial support, professional guidance, and exposure for your artwork
- The mission is to give emerging African talent global visibility and ensure authentic African voices are well represented on the world stage.
Application
To be considered for the API Grant, submit your application here, and provide the following supporting materials:
- Curriculum vitae: 5 pages max.
- Work samples: this should include 10 images or video links with a caption (title, date, medium, and dimensions/duration for each work) and a description of each work.
Supporting materials should be sent to [email protected] by March 31, 2024.
For more information, visit API Grant.
