DELA

The Making of El ANASTUI

an AFRICA-RELATED production

NORTH AMERICAN PREMIERE

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Selected to screen at 31st edition of New York African Film Festival NYAFF31

MAY 12TH . Film at Lincoln Center, New York . 3:30PM (ET)

Directed by Oyiza Adaba

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Genius | Sculptor | Philanthropist

From a modest beginning in Anyako, Ghana, thus began the journey of an artist who would redefine an art form, create an art movement in Africa, and become one of the most respected international contemporary artists of our time. This biographical documentary chronicles the journey of El Anatsui.

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"DELA: The Making of El Anatsui" stands as a biographical documentary delving into the life of an extraordinary artist. His inner musings find vivid expression in art that defies borders and limitations, reshaping the very concept of sculpture. This film triumphantly acknowledges and emphasizes the importance of Africa's rich artistic and cultural heritage in the pantheon of global contemporary art.

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Remembering Rev. F. M. LAWLUVI

Rev. F. M. Lawluvi (1927-2022)

Africa-Related was previledged to film the great Rev. Lawvuli in Anloga Ghana, while producing his cousin El Anatsui's documentary film. He taught us a great deal. Rest in peace Sir. Your work continues...

Highlights: El Anatsui's 'In Search of Freedom' (Paris)

With a Carte Blanche from La Conciergerie, a poetic installation by the globally-acclaimed sculptor echoes the history of the location and the passing of time. By calling on the five elements: Water, Wind, Wood, Metal and Stone, Anatsui fills the walls and fireplaces with six new sculptures that reflect the theme.

Video Highlights: 'Triumphant Scale'

The opening of El Anatsui's 'Triumphant Scale' at Haus De Kunst Munich Germany witnessed the largest collection of The Artist's most decisive past and present pieces, that told the story of his artistic evolution - all at one location.

Highlights: El Anatsui's Honorary Degree by University of Cape Town

World renowned artist El Anatsui awarded the degree of Doctor of Fine Art (honoris causa) on June 15, 2016 by the University of Cape Town, South Africa.

Installation Highlights - El Anatsui in Kanazawa

Who? El Anatsui

What? Exhibition “Who interprets the world?”

Where? 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa Japan

When? The exhibition opened on September 19, 2015

The El Anatsui Biopic A 3-Minute Preview

The El Anatsui Biopic

World renowned sculptor/artist El Anatsui has granted exclusive rights to Africa-Related Ltd., a Lagos-based media and production company to produce a biopic film on his life and works. We are honoured to work with Professor Anatsui, and use this medium to invite you to partner with us in bringing this film to life.

The El Anatsui Film - A 3-Minute Preview 2015

PRODUCER'S INTERVIEW

SaharaTV interviews executive producer of a biopic on renowned artist El Anatsui. Here is what she had say.

INDUCTION - ACADEMY OF ARTS & LETTERS

EL ANATSUI AMONG 2018 NEWLY ELECTED MEMBERS OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ARTS AND LETTERS

ANYA FULU UGO 2015 - Highlights

Anya Fulu Ugo: An Interdisciplinary African Arts Conference of the Faculty of Arts, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in honour of El Anatsui and Obiora Udechukwu took place in Nsukka, Nigeria on 24-27 June 2015.

INDUCTION - ACADEMY OF ARTS & SCIENCES

El Anatsui Induction Ceremony - The American Academy of Arts and Sciences