Original Art & Print Sale Sat. 24th Sept

We are delighted to welcome artist and poet Cezanne to our forthcoming Original Art & Print Sale at Diverse Gallery in Brixton on Saturday 24th September 2011.

Cezanne, you will remember, was a featured artist at last year's Sisters in Spirit Black History Month exhibition curated by Alexandra Galleries for London Borough of Haringey. Cezanne will be signing prints from her latest collection at this month's sale.

Cezanne has had a busy creative year writing a collection of poems and songs entitled, Seeds of Love ( in collaboration with
acoustic guitarist Theo Calliste) plus an accompanying CD, which is out now.

She has also been busy on London's exciting poetry and spoken word circuit not to mention a host of art displays and promotions.

Cezanne will explain the symbolism in her paintings and what inspires her to paint them. She will also be performing some of her poetry and Cd's will be available to purchase on the day.

This year's original art & print sale will be packed with quality African American art at discounted prices with up to 50% OFF works by selected artists. With rare work by popular US artist's such as Larry Poncho Brown and Kevin A Williams (WAK) available plus unique oil paintings by emerging British and African artist's, we guarantee you won't be disappointed.

For more information contact Clem on 07802 486 191 or email info@alexandragalleries.com
Alexandra Galleries Original Art & Print Sale, Diverse Gallery, 62 Atlantic Road, Brixton, London SW9 8PY (12 - 6pm). Admission Free: Presentation by Cezanne 4.00pm.

"Flow" by US artist Monica Stewart £79.99

From the age of 4, Monica Stewart’s parents encouraged her artistic pursuits. While growing up in Oakland, California, this early parental patronage, as well as support throughout her school years, helped nurture her talent enough to get a four year scholarship to the San Francisco Art Academy. She later transferred to California State University at Hayward, where she majored in Art. One of the artists she studied under was Raymond Saunders, a very influential figure in her education.

Instead of getting her degree, she cut her studies short to become a flight attendant, and eventually raise a son. This left no time for painting, so her talent remained dormant. Some fifteen years later in 1990, with some time off from work, she had the freedom to get back into painting. Her renewed interest in art coincided with meeting a new friend and neighbor, best-selling novelist Terry McMillan. As Stewart recalls, “She’d come by and we’d talk about what’s going on with her. We’re around the same age, and I saw how she was taking what was a natural gift for her and making it work. She was the first one to
see my pieces and say, ‘I’ll buy that!’

Stewart’s preferred medium is pastels, as she explains, “I love the brilliance of the colors and the way you can manipulate them.” Of her work, and the predominance of women in her paintings, she says, “I have a good understanding of myself as a woman, so I do tend to paint a lot of women. I have a lot of girlfriends, and we talk a lot. So in my work you’ll see a lot of women interchanging, talking, doing whatever.”

To purchase your framed copy of Flow by Monica Stewart for £79.99, call us now on 020 8249 5807 with your credit/debit card details and we promise to deliver it absolutely free. (London postal codes only). For delivery outside London please contact 020 8249 5807 for delivery cost.

Framed print for sale

"Emotive" by Phoenix Vector
Open Edition print

Print 50 x 70cm, (19.7 x 27.6in)
Framed size 66.5 x 90cm, (27 x 35.5in)

Framed Price £74.99
(Subject to availability)


To purchase this framed picture call us now on
020 8249 5807.


We will deliver this to your door absolutely free (London postal code only). For delivery outside London please contact 020 8249 5807 for delivery cost.

Paypal Credit/Debit cards welcomed

Framed Keith Mallett Limited Edition

"Sisters of the sun" by Keith Mallett
Limited Edition print

Print size 54.5 x 76.2cm (21.5 x30in)
Framed size 72.5 x 91.5cm (28.5 x 36in)
Framed Price £102.99 (Subject to availability)


To purchase this framed picture call us now on
020 8249 5807.





We will deliver this to your door absolutely free (London postal code only). For delivery outside London please contact 020 8249 5807 for delivery cost.

Paypal Credit/Debit cards welcomed

Creativity in abundance at African Art Workshop

“It was an opportunity for people to develop their creativity like their African ancestors and look within themselves and the 'land' for inspiration”, was how one participant attending the inaugural event by Better than Good, A Cultural & Spiritual Expression, described our art's workshop at London South Bank University on Saturday 14 May 2011.

Alexandra Galleries newly formed collaboration with Kofi Arts and Yahw Arts, Better than Good, got off to a flying start with a one day art's workshop introducing spiritual expression and customs of African culture. Delegates were challenged to design and create a 3D sculpture using natural materials to convey their understanding of the intricate and sacred spiritual relationship African Art has with nature.

Although some expressed a degree of nervousness, especially having not participated in an art's workshop before, everyone rose to the challenge.

After dividing delegates into small groups, artist’s Alvin Kofi and Ken McCalla looked on as each groups discussed the concepts and formulated their ideas before working on their constructions.

Not only were the final group sculptures amazing in their own right but when asked to describe their work individuals, some with no previous art background, were able to demonstrate their understanding of the concept of spirituality in African art and articulate their inner journey of expression.

Sculptor, Fowokan George Kelly rounded up the day by giving a rare insight into the mystical world presented in African art and later accompanied Kofi viewing each group’s contribution and offering the wise observation of a master artist.

“Saturday's workshop was excellent. I loved the process of creating, meeting new people and listening to a few words from Fowokan. Looking forward to more events like this”, said Project Manager Marcia.

Fowokan, his life and work, is being celebrated by Better than Good with a series of three events culminating in the launch of a limited edition set of prints. This final event in the trilogy will take place on Thursday 2 June between 8.00 – 9.30pm at the New Veranda Restaurant, 30 Acre Lane Brixton SW2. For more details contact Clem Richards on 07802486191. Admission is Free.

FOWOKAN: His Spiritual and Political Journey

Alexandra Galleries has come together with Yahw Arts and Kofiarts to launch Better than Good (BTG), an arts education initiative aimed at highlighting the achievements of Black Artist's in Britain.

The coalition was formed out of a passion for the arts and a desire to strengthen the link between the artist, their community and the art appreciative public. A diverse programme of events is planned to stimulate discussion and creative thought which the group hopes will lead to a deeper cultural, moral, aesthetic and personal awareness of Black art in Britain. BTG has teamed up with London South Bank University to launch this ambitious project.

BTG is the brainchild of artist's Ken McCalla and Alvin Kofi, and Clem Richards of Alexandra Galleries. The three worked together in 2009 presenting "A thin line between love and the Black Arts", a panel discussion at the Original gallery on the issues facing young and emerging black artists pursuing a career in the creative arts. Among the panel at that lively debate were, artist Chinwe Chukwuogo-Roy MBE, photographer Charlie Phillips, journalist and broadcaster Dr Mike Phillips.

To launch this ambitious programme, BTG will be presenting A Spiritual and Political Journey of an Artist, an evening in conversation with an icon of the Black British art movement, Fowokan George Kelly (see photo above).

It was during a visit to Benin Nigeria in the mid-1970's that Sculptor Fowokan George Kelly experienced a somewhat spiritual enlightenment that led him on a path to becoming one of the UK's leading sculptors with work deeply rooted in the traditions of pre-colonial Africa and ancient Egypt.

Nearing 70, and showing no sign of curbing his ambition or his dedication to encouraging the next generation of Black artists, Fowokan, a true "Elder" of the UK black art scene, shares insights, influences, stories and writings of his incredible creative journey.

Taking the Yoruba name Fowokan, meaning 'one who creates with the hand', he began practising as a sculptor in 1980. Over a period of some 30 years he has received many prestigious commissions, including the South bank Spring Festival, Marcus Garvey Centenary celebrations and the African People's Historical Monument Foundation.

He has exhibited at the Studio Museum in Harlem USA, the British Museum and the Royal Academy London. His sculptures are in collections such as the W.E.B. Du Bois Institute at Harvard University, the University of the West Indies, Unilever and Marcus Garvey Park, as well as in private collections in various parts of the world. He was elected as an honouree to the prestigious Royal Society of Portrait Sculptors.

Fowokan will be interviewed by artist Larry Achimpong, with a media presentation of Fowokan's work narrated by actor, writer and director Shango Baku.

There is also an opportunity for students and artists to participate in Cultural & Spiritual Expression - A master class in African cultural Expression, an arts workshop which explores the ideology behind African symbolism. Participants will be challenged to create and express themselves through 3D construction and the process of design. Fowokan gives a rare insight into the mystical world presented in African art with artist's Alvin Kofi and Ken McCalla also facilitating the workshop.

To register your interest in these events email betterthangoodart@yahoo.co.uk.

Cultural & Spiritual Expression - A master class in African cultural expression

Sat 14 May 2011, 12pm - 4pm

London South Bank University

Abbey Conference Suite

100 - 116 London Road

London SE1 6NG

A Spiritual & Political Journey of an Artist

Tues 17 May 2011, 6.30pm - 9pm

London South Bank University

Event's Theatre

Keyworth Centre

Keyworth Street

London SE1 6NG

African Art Sale

Alexandra Galleries are pleased to announce substantial reductions on original African paintings by Ghanaian born artist Jerry Blankson. Blankson has had a long association with Alexandra Galleries, dating back to 2004 when he arrived from Lagos in Nigeria where he had relocated after leaving Ghanatta College of Art & Design in Accra.

It was during his time in Lagos that Jerry developed his style in mixed media and subsequently had his first exhibition of paintings called Craft Heritage with a group of local artists. Jerry says, "My paintings for me represent my cultural heritage, the colourful sights and sounds of Ga Mashie and stimulate feelings of peace, unity and love within the viewer".

He has featured in two recent exhibitions with Alexandra Galleries, Calling Africa a solo show at Diverse Gallery in 2009 and The Journey: Cultural Expressions in 2010, a group exhibition at the Original Gallery in Hornsey where he exhibited alongside Chinwe Chukwuogo-Roy (MBE), Alvin Kofi and Carol John.

"These reductions are incredible and I expect these paintings to be snapped up by appreciative collectors", says Clem Richards of Alexandra Galleries. Blankson made the call to Richards early this week informing him to reduce the prices of his existing paintings. At these prices Blankson's paintings are a real bargain. For more information on Jerry Blankson contact Clem Richards.