Thought Pyramid Art Centre, in partnership with TAAG Gallery, is set to host a major contemporary art exhibition titled Here & Now: Becoming, Identity, Memory, and Environment.
The exhibition will bring together 20 contemporary artists whose works explore the stories shaping Africa’s present and future.
A private preview will hold on June 12, 2026. The official opening reception will take place on June 13 at 4:00 p.m. The exhibition will remain open to the public until June 30, 2026, at Thought Pyramid Art Centre, Ikoyi, Lagos.
Visitors can learn more about the venue at https://thoughtpyramidartcentre.com.
Exploring Identity, Memory and Transformation
Hosted by Chief Jeff Ajueshi, Creative Director of Thought Pyramid Art Centre, and curated by Rodney Asikhia, Founder and Curator of TAAG Gallery, the exhibition examines identity, memory, personal transformation, and the environment.
The exhibition arrives at a time when conversations about belonging, migration, cultural heritage, and environmental awareness continue to shape societies around the world.
According to the organisers, the exhibition encourages reflection on how people and communities navigate change while remaining connected to their histories and cultures.
Twenty Artists Take Part
The exhibition features artists from diverse backgrounds and artistic disciplines.
Participating artists include Williams Merenini, Olatide Amusa, Frank Ndubuisi, Don Okuchukwu (Moonlight Art), Bella Mfon, Tarikoro Tamunofiri Henrietta, Austin Dorgu, Mark Duke, Ella Ojadi, Nelson Etok, Temitope Victoria Ogunwale (Temi OG), Moses Bamba, Esinulo Chiamaka Praise, Wasiu Sunday Hassan, Shina Ernest Odofin, David Okoi, Enoch Oyewole, Similoluwa Ilori, Kingsley Oghenekaro Omodigono, and Adabekee Chisom Nichodemus.
Together, these artists create a visual dialogue around memory, identity, resilience, and collective experience.
Their works reflect both personal stories and broader social realities.
Diverse Artistic Expressions
The participating artists work across figurative painting, conceptual realism, mixed media, expressive portraiture, and contemporary storytelling.
Through these approaches, they examine how personal histories and shared experiences shape the ongoing process of becoming.
Some artists focus on emotional resilience and self-discovery. Others explore cultural memory, environmental consciousness, and social change.
As a result, visitors will encounter artworks that are both deeply personal and universally relevant.
Curator Highlights Exhibition Vision
Speaking about the exhibition, Rodney Asikhia said Here & Now invites audiences to think about the forces that shape identity and transformation.
“Here & Now is an invitation to reflect on the forces that shape who we are and who we are becoming. The exhibition brings together artists whose practices explore memory, identity, environment, and transformation in ways that are deeply personal yet universally relevant,” he said.
Asikhia added that the exhibition demonstrates how personal and collective stories continue to evolve through lived experiences and the environments people inhabit.
Thought Pyramid Reaffirms Commitment to African Art
Chief Jeff Ajueshi said the exhibition reflects Thought Pyramid Art Centre’s commitment to promoting contemporary African art and supporting meaningful cultural conversations.
“Thought Pyramid Art Centre remains committed to providing platforms that elevate contemporary African voices and encourage meaningful cultural dialogue. Here & Now reflects the richness of artistic perspectives emerging across the continent and demonstrates the important role artists play in helping us understand ourselves, our communities, and our shared future,” he said.
According to Ajueshi, artists play a critical role in helping societies understand both present realities and future possibilities.
Advancing Contemporary African Creativity
Over the years, Thought Pyramid Art Centre has established itself as one of Africa’s leading contemporary art institutions.
With locations in Lagos and Abuja, the centre supports artists through exhibitions, educational programmes, professional development initiatives, and international collaborations.
More information about the institution is available at https://thoughtpyramidartcentre.com/about.
The centre continues to create opportunities for emerging and established artists while contributing to important conversations around contemporary African creativity.
About Thought Pyramid Art Centre
Thought Pyramid Art Centre is dedicated to the promotion, development, and preservation of African art.
The institution operates from Lagos and Abuja and serves as a leading platform for exhibitions, artist residencies, educational programming, auctions, and cultural exchange.
Through its commitment to excellence and innovation, the centre continues to support artists and connect African art with global audiences.
About TAAG Gallery
TAAG Gallery (Tribes Art Africa Gallery) promotes contemporary African art through exhibitions, art fairs, publications, and cultural initiatives.
The gallery represents emerging and established artists whose works explore identity, culture, memory, and contemporary African experiences.
For more information about TAAG Gallery and its represented artists, visit https://www.artsy.net/partner/taag-gallery.
