The Impact of Private Foundations on the Contemporary African Art Market

A panel discussion moderated by Marie Diehl, Head of Operations at the Metis Arts and Development Fund, supported by the French Development Agency (AFD), which develops programmes bringing together art, creativity and social issues.

• Victoria Jaunasse, Director of ellipse art projects, specialises in arts philanthropy and support for contemporary creation, following a background in cultural engineering and the international art market. She works in particular to support emerging artists and increase their visibility beyond major capitals.
• Christine Blachère, President of the Blachère Foundation, continues the foundation’s commitment to supporting contemporary African art. Since its creation, the Foundation has supported artists from across the continent through exhibitions, residencies and initiatives aimed at promoting and disseminating their work.
• Emmanuel Berrar, representing the Yavarhoussen Fund, works in the field of arts philanthropy and support for contemporary artistic creation. The Fund is committed to supporting artists and promoting contemporary artistic practices.

In french.