Mon, 07 Oct
|The French Protestant Church of London
Opening Reception of Kwesi Botchway: "The Sun Must Come Down"
Join Gallery 1957 for The Sun Must Come Down, Kwesi Botchway’s 2024 solo exhibition at the French Protestant Church of London. Experience powerful portraits exploring spirituality, identity, and the Black experience, with a special opening performance by the London Community Gospel Choir.
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07 Oct 2024, 18:00 – 21:00
The French Protestant Church of London, French Protestant Church, 8-9 Soho Square, London W1D 3QD, UK
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About the event
Gallery 1957 invites you to the opening reception for the The Sun Must Come Down, Kwesi Botchway’s 2024 solo exhibition at the French Protestant Church of London. This powerful showcase delves into themes of spirituality, identity, and the Black experience through Botchway’s striking portraits. Curated by Azu Nwagbogu, the exhibition opens with a unique performance by the London Community Gospel Choir, adding an immersive layer to this exploration of Blackness and cultural expression.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Kwesi Botchway (b. 1994, Ghana) is a contemporary artist known for his vibrant portraits that highlight Black identity and experience. His work reinterprets traditional Western portraiture, celebrating Blackness beyond stereotypical narratives. Botchway's art challenges anti-Blackness while exploring themes of beauty, identity, and the richness of Black culture. His works are featured in major collections globally.
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