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Episode 1: Art Professionals Africa Unplugged: In Conversation with Dolly Kola-Balogun
On this episode, we speak to Founder and Creative director of Retro Africa, Dolly Kola-Balogun.On this episode, we look at the intricacies of the art market from a Nigerian lens. In the midst of a global economic downturn, inflation and political turbulence across several African nations, we look at the strategies and business practices that she adopts to balance and build a successful organization.
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ABOUT DOLLY KOLA-BALOGUN
Dolly share some incredible insights on her journey into the art industry after launching retro Africa in 2015 in Abuja. Under the guidance of the late curator Bisi Silva, she was able to forge a partnership with Igo Diarra, Director and curator of Galerie Medina to bridge the curatorial divide between Anglophone and Francophone West Africa.
Over the years she has worked on some interesting projects including an exhibition at the 2017 Documenta 14 in Germany and Greece, as well as being the art consultant for the Kwara State government in Nigeria. Retro Africa today stands as the first Nigerian gallery to participate in Art Basel Hong Kong and Tokyo Gendai. Dolly also co-owns Atelier Hotels and Pavilion Restaurant, where she serves as one of the Directors.
ABOUT ART PROFESSIONALS UNPLUGGED
On this podcast, we delve into the stories of Key Industry Players in different art ecosystems on the African continent. We speak to Gallerists, Art Historians, Curators, Advisors & Art Directors to get insight on their markets domestically.
Prepare to receive tips on investing in art, Valuation & Preservation, The business of Galleries, Museums & Residencies and more.
This podcast is brought to you by Art Report Africa (@Artreport.africa) & Pond Collective (@Pondcollective) .
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