Ghanaian graphic designer Kojo Owusu-Kusi uses an interesting blend of pop-culture and humor that sets his t-shirt line (Citizins) apart from the rest. This same combination along with an underlying presence of his West African roots makes his paintings equally extraordinary. Being born in Ghana and raised in London and Virginia adds to Kusi’s diverse cultural background and contributes greatly to his artwork. With daring pieces his bold concepts offer an interesting perception of popular cultural themes while still leaving much to the imagination.
Rise Africa had the chance to ask Kojo Owusi-Kusi a few questions…
AFTERNOON TUNE: The brand new song and video from South Africa’s top house trio Mi Casa, ‘All the Glory’ takes on a religious theme, showing the diversity of various beliefs in the country through individuals that represent these faiths.
Smart City of the Day: Ghana is embarking on a $10 billion technology project they’re calling “Hope City.” The goal is to invest in technology that will help turn Ghana into “a knowledge-society and an active player in the global economy” within the next three years. More here.
What would you do if you had 24 hours in Nairobi, Kenya? Would you head into the city or check out the wildlife at Nairobi National Park? What ever you choose to do I am convinced it’s going to be an adventure. The March issue of Qatar airways’ inflight magazine Orxy did the hard work, and explored the city to give you an insight into some of the jewels, The article is accompanied by the illustration above, which was created by illustrator Patrick Hruby. Patrick include some of the capitals iconic things to see and do, such as the animals in the Nairobi National Park, the Jamia Mosque and the crafts at the Nairobi city centre market.
An imagining of Lagos in the year 2081 A.D. The Great Crude Explosion has just occurred; leaving oil flowing freely through the streets of the slums. Politicians have been exiled at the heels of bomb blasts and the populace’s uprising. The building of a new Center of the World has begun, much to the bewilderment of Western nations. This is the birth of New Lagos…and men of taste are wearing Ikiré Jones.
So disappointed in all the posts tagged #ghana on tumblr. If I see another post talking about One Direction and how sad they are about the poor children in Ghana, I’m going to scream. Stop feeling sorry for Ghanaians. Ghana is an amazing country with lots of healthy, happy people. Stop showing children dying and feeling sorry for Ghanaians. Ghanaians are proud people who don’t want your pity, rather they want to be treated with respect.
Ghanaian graphic designer Kojo Owusu-Kusi uses an interesting blend of pop-culture and humor that sets his t-shirt line (Citizins) apart from the rest. This same combination along with an underlying presence of his West African roots makes his paintings equally extraordinary. Being born in Ghana and raised in London and Virginia adds to Kusi’s diverse cultural background and contributes greatly to his artwork. With daring pieces his bold concepts offer an interesting perception of popular cultural themes while still leaving much to the imagination.
Rise Africa had the chance to ask Kojo Owusi-Kusi a few questions…
