The gallery is a renowned art gallery that has made a significant impact in Accra’s art industry. Located opposite Wangara Hotel, Labone Cres, Accra, it stands as a beacon for artistic expression and appreciation. With its commitment to showcasing a diverse range of artworks and supporting talented artists, Berj Gallery has become a prominent destination for art enthusiasts and collectors alike.
The gallery’s origins trace back to its founder, Madame Joyce Quarshie in 1996, a passionate art lover with a vision to create a space that celebrates creativity and foster artistic growth. Berj’s deep understanding of the art world, coupled with his keen eye for talent, laid the foundation for the gallery’s success.
One of the distinguishing features of Berj Gallery is its dedication to supporting emerging artists. The gallery actively seeks out promising talent and provides a platform for their work to be seen by a wider audience. Through curated exhibitions and artist residencies, Berj Gallery nurtures these artists, offering them exposure, mentorship, and opportunities for growth.
Beyond its physical space, Berj Gallery embraces the digital era, recognizing the importance of online accessibility. The gallery maintains an engaging website and active social media presence, allowing art enthusiasts from around the world to explore its collection and stay informed about upcoming exhibitions and events.
After 25 years of exhibiting, promoting and generally championing African and Ghanaian works of art as one of the leading and transformative art galleries in Ghana, Berj Art Gallery is excited to launch our new Artist in Residency programme!
The residency program will put Berj Art Gallery’s years of accumulated experiences, partners and resources at the disposal of both seasoned and unseasoned artists from all parts of the world producing tangible outcomes such as an artwork, exhibition, project, workshop and collaboration with local artists.
Berj Busua is a Residency programme that offers the artist in residence the unique and organised opportunity to stay and work in the vibrant modern cosmopolitan African town, Busua the quintessential traditional African fishing village serving as a sanctuary and an artistic retreat, in an immersive cultural experience that will feed the Artist’s creativity. The Residency accepts artists working in a variety of mediums and provides resources, lectures and workshops for guidance and feedback.
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