The commissioning of the Livingstone Art Gallery on 16th October 2014 also encompassed the launch of a national exhibition to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Zambia's Independence, under the theme, "Fifty Years of Visual Expression”. The theme was deliberately crafted to reflect the development and emergence of new art forms, media and vibrant daring artists side by side with the unique, almost forgotten but yet alive creative expressions by the great icons of art in Zambia such as Henry Tayali, Martin Phiri, Cynthia Zukas and Gabriel Ellison, to mention but a few.
The exhibition, which was curated by artist and gallery owner, Lawrence Yombwe, ends on 27th January, 2015. It showcases artwork created by Zambian artists and artists living in Zambia from 1964 to date and is also a reflection of Zambia`s creative and dynamic art scene, which can be a force to reckon with in wealth and result in job creation if properly nurtured and supported.
The National Arts Council acknowledges the contribution from institutions such as the Lusaka National Museum, Livingstone Museum and many individuals who released their prized artworks in their collection to be part of this memorable occasion.
The exhibition, which was curated by artist and gallery owner, Lawrence Yombwe, ends on 27th January, 2015. It showcases artwork created by Zambian artists and artists living in Zambia from 1964 to date and is also a reflection of Zambia`s creative and dynamic art scene, which can be a force to reckon with in wealth and result in job creation if properly nurtured and supported.
The National Arts Council acknowledges the contribution from institutions such as the Lusaka National Museum, Livingstone Museum and many individuals who released their prized artworks in their collection to be part of this memorable occasion.