STUDIO AVAILABLEAPPLY HERETIER 1/ TIER 2 STUDIO AVAILABLEThe Bag Factory is looking for Johannesburg-based contemporary visual artists to take up tenancy in two of our studios and become part of our community of artists. Applications are open to artists based in Johannesburg (or in the process of relocating). Joint applications are also welcome for a … Read more
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I’ve known riversABOUT THE SHOWExhibition Opening: Saturday, 22nd July 2023, 11 am – 2 pm Exhibition Walkabout: Saturday, 5th August 2023, 11 pm – 12 pm ________________ For more information on the exhibition and media related enquiries, please contact: Bag Factory Communications Department: Zinhle Zwane (she/her): Office: +27(0)11 834 9181 & Email: communications@bagfactoryart.org.za Insta: … Read more
OPEN CALL: Communications Assistant Internship Opportunity
Internship Opportunity : Communications DepartmentAs part of the Presidential Employment Stimulus Package (PESP), Fordsburg Artists’ Studios t/a Bag Factory Artists’ Studios has been selected as a host to employ a graduate intern as part of the PESP4, Work-Based Experience programme coordinated by Art Bank of South Africa.Post: Communications Assistant (Internship)Contract: Fixed term, 4 months with … Read more
Bag Factory at 2023 Turbine Art Fair
Exhibiting at the 2023 Turbine Art Fair In 2023, the Turbine Art Fair (TAF) will take place at Hyde Park Corner on 27 – 30 July. TAF is a uniquely South African Art fair that brings together exhibitors from around Southern Africa to present, sell and celebrate works. The fair has become the epicentre of … Read more
Tatenda Magaisa
1 July 2023 – 15 September 2023 Bag Factory is delighted to announce that Tatenda Magaisa (South Africa) as the 2023 David Koloane Award winner. Artist’s Biography Tatenda Magaisa is an artist, researcher and cultural producer from South Africa. Her work explores themes pertaining to global cultural interaction, black women in popular culture, as artists … Read more
Open Call: Young/Unframed 2023
Key dates: Deadline for entries: 14 July 2023, 23H59pm (SAST) Successful applicants will be announced by no later than 30 July 2023. Residency Dates: #01: Aug – Oct 2023 #02: Oct – Dec 2023 #03: Dec – Feb 2024 Candidates should consider their availability during the above timelines. Please click the link to submit your … Read more
Open Call: David Koloane Award 2023
Important dates: Deadline for entries: 26 June 2023, 23H59pm (SAST) The winner of the award will be announced at the end of June 2023. Residency Dates: 1 July 2023 – 15 September. Candidates should consider their availability during the above timelines. Please click the link to submit your application For any queries please do not … Read more
Bag Factory Reflections Exhibition
Bag Factory: Reflections 27 May – 23 June 2023 Bag Factory Artists’ Studios is pleased to present Bag Factory: Reflections – a new group exhibition comprised of photography, video, painting, printmaking and mixed media artworks. The exhibition is focused on celebrating the work of dynamic visiting artists who have joined the Bag Factory family within the … Read more
Bulumko Mbete
11 April 2023 – 11 July 2023Bag Factory is delighted to announce that Bulumko Mbete (South Africa) will undertake a funded residency in collaboration with Strauss&Co. Fine Art Auctioneers and Business and Art South Africa (BASA). “Since its inception, this award has helped the winners launch their careers and really start making a name for themselves. … Read more
OPEN CALL: Junior Archivist Opportunity
Junior Post Opportunity : ArchivistAs part of National Heritage Council, Fordsburg Artists’ Studios t/a Bag Factory Artists’ Studios has been granted funding towards a project that is to digitise Bag Factory’s archives and its collection spanning nearly 32 years. Post: Archivist (Junior Post)Contract: Fixed … Read more